1. Overview
  2. Eligibility

South Carolina Teacher Loan Program

$20,000

Deadline: Apr. 30, 2025

Description

The SC Teachers Loan Program encourages South Carolina residents to enter the teaching profession by providing loans to help with college expenses for up to $5,000 per year with a $20,000 maximum. These loans are later canceled by teaching in South Carolina public schools in a geographic area or subject of critical need. Each year you teach, your loans will be cancelled at a rate of 20-33% per year.

Website

http://www.scstudentloan.org/students/loanprograms/scteachersloanprograms.aspx

Eligibility

Purpose of Funds

Master's & Certification, Bachelor's & Certification

Eligible Programs

n/a

Eligible Locations

South Carolina

Education Stage

High School, Senior, Undergraduate, Graduate

Require Major

Any

GPA Minimum

2.75

Teaching Commitment

Number of Years

1

School Type

Critical teacher shortage district (or critical subject area)