Frequently Asked Questions
What are the scholarships for? Shaw Spouses' Club Scholarships can be applied to tuition and/or associated university fees/costs administered by an accredited college, university or vocational/technical school for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Who is eligible to apply? All military (active and retired) dependents affiliated with Shaw AFB or who live in South Carolina are eligible to apply.
Can this scholarship be combined with others? Absolutely! However, when combined with other scholarships, it must not exceed the cost of tuition, fees, books, and room and board for the 2024-2025 academic year.
I’ve previously won a scholarship from the Shaw Officers’ Spouses’ Club (SOSC), the Shaw Enlisted Spouses’ Club (SESC) or the Shaw Spouses' Club, can I apply again? Yes, please do!
How do I submit my application? Application materials must be emailed to [email protected] by 16 May 2023.
Will you let me know that my application has been received? Yes. You will receive an email confirming receipt of your completed application within 24 hours of submission.
How will I know if I'm a recipient? You will receive an email informing you of the outcome of your application my mid-June at the latest.
Is there a fee to apply? Absolutely not. Our scholarship program is completely funded from donations and fundraisers organized by the Shaw Spouses' Club.
Will my membership in the Shaw Spouses' Club affect my child's eligibility to apply for a scholarship? No, SSC membership will not affect dependent eligibility nor influence selection. However, members whose children apply may not serve on the Scholarship Committee.
Who is eligible to apply? All military (active and retired) dependents affiliated with Shaw AFB or who live in South Carolina are eligible to apply.
Can this scholarship be combined with others? Absolutely! However, when combined with other scholarships, it must not exceed the cost of tuition, fees, books, and room and board for the 2024-2025 academic year.
I’ve previously won a scholarship from the Shaw Officers’ Spouses’ Club (SOSC), the Shaw Enlisted Spouses’ Club (SESC) or the Shaw Spouses' Club, can I apply again? Yes, please do!
How do I submit my application? Application materials must be emailed to [email protected] by 16 May 2023.
Will you let me know that my application has been received? Yes. You will receive an email confirming receipt of your completed application within 24 hours of submission.
How will I know if I'm a recipient? You will receive an email informing you of the outcome of your application my mid-June at the latest.
Is there a fee to apply? Absolutely not. Our scholarship program is completely funded from donations and fundraisers organized by the Shaw Spouses' Club.
Will my membership in the Shaw Spouses' Club affect my child's eligibility to apply for a scholarship? No, SSC membership will not affect dependent eligibility nor influence selection. However, members whose children apply may not serve on the Scholarship Committee.