SCHOLARSHIPS

The college's Scholarship Committee meets as needed to award available scholarships. Students may apply for any available scholarship. Students should be aware that, in most cases, the scholarship is for one quarter only. Some long-term scholarships are automatically renewed each quarter unless the student fails to maintain certain academic and/or other criteria.

Scholarship applications should be filed with the Financial Aid Office well in advance of the quarter for which the scholarship is sought. Scholarship awards are based on financial need, commitment to chiropractic, academic achievement, and any additional stipulations that the various scholarships may carry. All scholarships and tuition discounts are subject to availability.

President's Scholarship
This scholarships is awarded to entering students whose transcripts show superior academic performance. To be eligible, a student must enter with a minimum 3.3 GPA and maintain a cumulative 3.3 GPA at Sherman. This scholarship is for $1500 each quarter (for the first 4 quarters of attendance) and is subject to availability.

Legacy Scholarship
The scholarship is awarded to new students who are children of Sherman College alumni. It awards $300 per quarter and is renewable for the entire time of attendance, as long as the student is enrolled full-time and in good academic standing.

Milton W., Louise and Samuel Garfunkel Scholarship
A scholarship awarded for one academic year on the basis of financial need and academic excellence.

International Tuition Scholarship
International students may be eligible for this scholarship which covers up to full tuition and fees. A recipient must be a non-resident alien and ineligible for any federal financial assistance. The recipient must sign a statement that he or she will return to his or her native country upon graduation. If he or she does not return, the scholarship then becomes a loan. For detailed information, contact the Admission Office.
 

Rex Mumford Kasler Memorial Scholarship
A one-quarter scholarship covering full tuition, books and lab fees, awarded to a current student who exhibits high financial need and academic excellence.

Scallon Scholarship
$300 awarded to a student in third quarter or above, based on financial need and academic excellence. This scholarship is offered twice per year.

Academic Achievement Scholarship
$500 awarded to a student in sixth quarter or above, based on academic excellence.

Outstanding Student of the Year Scholarship
$500 awarded to a student in sixth quarter or above, based on academic excellence and commitment to the college.

B.J. Palmer Philosophy Scholarship
$500 awarded to a student in sixth quarter or above, based on academic excellence and submission/evaluation of an essay.

Citizenship Award Scholarship
$300 awarded to a student in sixth quarter or above, based on academic excellence and submission/evaluation of an essay on your contributions to chiropractic and the community.
 

Alumni Association Scholarship
Awarded quarterly by the Sherman College Alumni Association, based on financial need and outstanding leadership qualities.

Medal 75 Trust Fund Scholarship
Awarded annually by the state of Washington, based on academic excellence and financial need.

International Chiropractors Association (ICA) Alma Neilson Perpetual Scholarship
Available to students who are members of the ICA.

Arkansas Chiropractic Association Edith Balkman Memorial Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship for students who are from Arkansas and wish to return there to practice.

Garden State Chiropractic Society Scholarship
Available to a New Jersey resident who is enrolled in chiropractic college. This is usually a $1,000 award given at the Garden State Chiropractic Society's annual convention

Sylvia Ashworth Scholarship Fund
Awarded to a single mother who is in chiropractic college, sponsored by the Federation of Straight Chiropractors and Organizations (FSCO).

FSCO Annual Scholarships
Awarded each fall based on the results of an essay contest.

The Chiropractic Education Foundation of New York Scholarship
Available to a New York resident who is enrolled in chiropractic college and plans to return to New York to practice.

NCMIC Scholarship
This malpractice insurance agency offers a scholarship annually.

American Black Chiropractic Association (ABCA) Scholarships
This association offers several scholarships: the Harvey Lillard Scholarship Program, the Dr. Bobby Westbrook Scholarship, the Dr. Hiram Wiggins Scholarship and the ABCA Pre-Chiropractic Scholarship Award, given to a chiropractic student who is a member of the ABCA.

KR Jones Memorial Scholarship
Awarded by the South Carolina Chiropractic Association.

CARE Scholarship
Full time students may be eligible for this $7,500 scholarship, which is awarded annually by the Educational Finance Group. A recipient must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, be involved in extra-curricular activities, and must have at least one academic year remaining until program completion. Two letters of recommendation from faculty members, an official transcript showing current GPA, and a completed and signed application form are required. The scholarships are awarded through a nationwide competition.

CARE Research Scholarship
Full time students may be eligible for this $7,500 scholarship, which is awarded annually by the Educational Finance Group. A recipient must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, be involved in extra-curricular activities, and must have at least one academic year remaining until program completion. Two letters of recommendation from faculty members, an official transcript showing current GPA, and a completed and signed application form are required. The scholarships are awarded through a nationwide competition among submitted research proposals.

Dawn K. Lenfest Scholarship
The Brook J. Lenfest Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship program named the Dawn K. Lenfest Scholarship at Sherman College in an effort to reduce the borrowing and financial burdens of students with real financial need.

Emergency Loans
The Lyle Sherman Loan Fund and Scallon Emergency Loan Fund both make loans to students to help with emergency situations. Students may borrow up to $500 for 90 days, interest free, to meet unexpected/unplanned financial needs.

Veteran Students
Qualified students who are United States veterans may receive benefits from the Veterans Administration through the GI Bill programs. Veterans should contact the Veterans Office, located in the Student Services Office, immediately after acceptance by Sherman College to submit an application for veteran's benefits.

Campus Employment
There are a number of campus employment opportunities available at Sherman College. The amount that a student can earn will depend on the needs of the college and the qualifications of the student. Salaries are higher than the required federal minimum wage. Applications may be submitted to the Business Office or directly to the various department heads.

Employment
The greater Spartanburg area is located in a region of rapid commercial and industrial growth and has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation. Many area industries run three shifts and offer steady, part-time employment. The Financial Aid Office maintains a job placement listing to assist students in finding available jobs in the surrounding area. The college recommends that all students come to Sherman College prepared to support themselves for at least the first six months of their college career without the necessity of taking on additional outside employment.

Job Placement
The Financial Aid Office offers employment referrals to students who desire off-campus employment. The employment referral service is available to all students enrolled at Sherman College, regardless of their financial need.