The Palmetto State School Counselor Association awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors of up to $1,000.00. This is a non-renewable scholarship to assist with post-secondary education costs. Eligibility:

• Must be a high school senior.
• Must be a permanent resident of the state of South Carolina. 
• Must plan to attend a post-secondary institution during the 2025-2026 school year. 

Applicants must:

- Submit an application.

- Complete an essay of no more than 500 words about a school counselor who has made a difference in your academic, career, social, and/or emotional development. You must include your career goals, post-secondary education plans, and an explanation for how this scholarship will help you.

- Essays must be the original work of the student. AI generated essays will not be accepted. - Applicants must be willing to allow their essay to be shared with the school counselor they write about if feasible.