Many students apply for outside scholarships to cover their college expenses. Below is information on how to submit these funds to USC Upstate.
For additional information, please contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at 864-503-5340.
Submitting Non-University Scholarship Funds
All scholarship checks and authorizations should be mailed to the address listed below. If you need to contact someone by telephone, you can reach us at 864-503-5326.
Office of Student Account Services
USC Upstate
800 University Way
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Once the check is received, it will be recorded and made available for you to use towards your fees. Please keep in mind that any checks will be made available as soon as possible; however, checks may not be available immediately. You may check Self Service Carolina for the most up-to-date information.
Checks Made Payable to USC Upstate
Scholarship checks that are made payable to USC Upstate should be sent to the above address. Make sure that you include your name, VIP ID and any award notification correspondence with the check. We need to know any disbursement instructions and often need the donor’s name and address.
Checks Made Payable to You and USC Upstate
Scholarship checks that are made payable to you and USC Upstate must first be endorsed by you and then mailed to the above address. Failure to endorse the check prior to mailing can cause delays in its availability. Make sure that you also include your VIP ID and any award notification correspondence with the check. We need to know any disbursement instructions and often need the donor’s name and address.
Written Authorizations to Bill or Invoice
If the donor has given you a form that authorizes a scholarship, the form must be sent to the above address. Make sure that you include your name, VIP ID and any award notification correspondence with the authorization. We need to know any disbursement instructions and often need the donor’s name and address.
Receipt Dates and Fee Payment
If the Office of Student Account Services receives your scholarship check, the credit will appear on your University bill. You can visit Self-Service Carolina to commit your award toward your University charges. In cases where your available financial aid exceeds your charges, you may elect to have your financial aid overage direct deposited into your bank account or mailed to you. To avoid class schedule cancellation, you must pay your fees prior to the semester fee payment deadline. Details regarding fee payment and direct deposit may be obtained by calling the Office of Student Account Services at 864-503-5326.
Outside Scholarship Resources
There are many scholarships available from outside organizations for students from a variety of backgrounds, income levels and majors. You can search for these through databases on sites such as Scholarships.com, the College Board, and Niche.