Types of Financial Aid

Academic Scholarships

Facts:	Requirements:
South Carolina Military Department offers the following programs: SC Army National Guard College Assistance (SCARNG-CAP) SC Air National Guard College Assistance (SCANG-CAP) CAP Funds can be used towards any certificate/license, associate or bachelor program. There is no penalty for changing majors of study. Students can continue to use these funds for each level until they reach the $18,000 cap or receive a bachelor's degree.	Be a qualified member of the SC National Guard or SC Air National Guard. Be in good standing throughout the entire academic year for which benefits are payable. Have valid tuition and fee expenses from an eligible institution. Maintain satisfactory academic progress identified by the school.
How To Apply
Student completes SCNG or SCAR application. National Guard/National Air Guard verifies eligibility and certifies application. List of approved members is sent to CHE for distribution to schools. Student notifies school of eligibility. School confirms approval and makes award. Continued eligibility is determined based on total number of hours, SAP, and membership standing with the National Guard/National Air Guard.