Environmental Scholarship Program
The SWA has a scholarship program for eligible high school seniors. The goal of the Environmental Scholarship Program is to award one graduating high school senior from each Horry County high school (who intends on pursuing a degree related to the environment) a one-time $1,000 scholarship. The Solid Waste Authority encourages and supports students seeking a degree in an environmental field, which, in turn supports our mission of Protecting Tomorrow's Environment Today.
Click link to download the 2024-2025 Environmental Scholarship Application- Deadline: Friday, February 7, 2025
Each recipient will volunteer at one (1) SWA Public Education event and attend a board meeting to be awarded a $1,000 check and a SWA scholarship medallion at their Senior Awards Night Program.
Eligibility Requirements
All applicants must:
Be a graduating high school senior, attending a public school in Horry County.
Resident of Horry County (for at least one year).
Pursuing a degree related to the environment, public education, waste management or health promotions field.
Enrolled as a fulltime student for Fall 2025. (Documentation of acceptance into a higher education institution is required)
Submit your application postmarked on or before Friday, February 7, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. Please use sufficient postage.
Provide a transcript of high school grades covering a minimum of six semesters. (The transcript need not be “official” and may be a photocopy.)
Have a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Provide one signed letter of recommendation from a mentor, teacher, civic leader or church leader who knows the applicant personally. (Endorsements from parents will not be accepted)
