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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · SC

South Carolina Commission on Higher Education

Free Tuition for Residents Over 60

Statutory tuition exemption for South Carolina residents age 60 and older.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Consult admissions or public institution registration to prove age and residence and apply the exemption.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

South Carolina

  • SC

What it offers

Tuition waiver for eligible courses; It does not eliminate books or other fees.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Be at least 60 years old, legally reside in SC, meet admission requirements and have a place in a public institution.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

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Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

Revised program and data; The applicable calendar needs to be confirmed with the institution.

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  • The statute does not establish a calendar or a single form; confirm the campus procedure.
Verification status
Partially reviewed
Last verification
Not confirmed
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0480

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