Admissions
Loans
Program | Amount | How to Apply |
| Federal Perkins Loan | Up to $4,000 per year for undergraduates (see description below) | Complete FAFSA |
| Federal Stafford Loan | Up to $5,500 per year (first-year) Up to $6,500 per year (sophomores) Up to $7,500 per year (juniors & seniors) (see description below) | Complete FAFSA |
| South Carolina Teacher Loan | Up to $2,500 per year (first-years & sophomores) Up to $5,000 per year (juniors & seniors) (see description below) | Obtain application from Financial Aid Office |
| Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) | Up to cost of education minus other aid | Complete FAFSA and obtain PLUS application from Financial Aid Office |
Federal Perkins Loan
Awarded to full or part-time students with proven financial need. No payments while enrolled in college. Repayment begins nine months after leaving college. Federal Government through Columbia College is the Grantor.
Federal Stafford Loan
Awarded to full or part-time students, good academic standing. No payments while enrolled in college. Repayment begins six months after leaving school.
South Carolina Teacher's Loan
Awarded to S.C. residents who are full-time students majoring in Education. Loan forgiven if graduate teaches in specified subjects or areas of the state. South Carolina Student Loan Corporation is the Grantor.
Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students
Parents of full-time dependent students. Financial need is not a requirement. Repayment begins 60 days after disbursement, but other repayment options are available including deferred payments.