Investing in the Future

SCACA Herlong Scholarship

The Herlong Scholarship supports the sons and daughters of South Carolina coaches who are committed to academic achievement, personal growth, and the pursuit of a four-year undergraduate degree. Awarded annually for up to four years, this scholarship honors families who have contributed significantly to athletics in our state.

Below you’ll find the eligibility and application requirements for first-year applicants and renewing recipients.

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Herlong Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements for First-Year Applicants

To be considered for the Herlong Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Unmarried Dependent Child

Applicant must be an unmarried son or daughter of a coach who has been a member of SCACA for at least 10 years and is either: An active coach, a retired coach with membership in good standing, a deceased coach, an inactive coach in the field of education, or an inactive coach out of education.

Pursuing an Undergraduate Degree

The student must be pursuing a four-year undergraduate degree

Full Scholarship Ineligibility

Students receiving a full scholarship (academic, athletic, music, etc.) are not eligible, except for the children of deceased coaches

Limited to One Scholarship Recipient per Family

Only one student per family may receive the scholarship at a time

Minimum of a C Average

Minimum of a C Average documented on the high school official transcript

Scholarships Funded Annually

Annual Scholarship Funds Awarded Annually

Herlong Scholarship

First-Year Applicant Submission Requirements

Applicants must submit all required materials in orderly, concise, and chronological order on standard white 8″ x 11″ paper and bind them on the left side in a sturdy paper binder, folder, or notebook.

Applicants MAILED TO the SCACA Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 2734, Anderson, SC 29622 with a POSTMARK BY APRIL 1ST.

Completed Application Form

Application form completed in typed or legibly printed black ink, and signed.

Photo

A recent photograph attached to an 8.5” x 11” sheet of paper

Official Transcript

Official Transcript must include courses and grades from the first year of high school through 1st semester of senior year, class rank, GPA on SC Uniform Grading Scale, cumulative GPA on 4.0 scale, and signed by the proper school authority.

Courses and grades from the first year of high school through 1st semester of senior year
Class Rank
Cumulative GPA on SC Uniform Grading Scale
Cumulative GPA on 4.0 scale

Letter of Recommendation

A comprehensive letter of recommendation covering character, personality and scholarship of the applicant from at least one person in authority in your school.

Eligibility Confirmation

Confirmation of eligibility as an unmarried dependent child of a past or present SCACA member-coach, pursing a 4-year undergraduate degree who does not have a sibling receiving the scholarship at the present time

Narrative of Parent-Coach’s Contribution

Include a narrative of parent-coaches years of SCACA membership, coaching positions and years in each, offices held, and significant contributions to athletics and SCACA

Note: A student on a full scholarship or grant (athletic, academic, music, etc.) will not receive a SCACA scholarship. The only exception is a child of a deceased coach. Applicants on a full scholarship or grant must notify SCACA immediately, as you are no longer eligible.

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Additional Scholarship Opportunity

Carolina Sports, Inc. Scholarship

The Carolina Sports, Inc. Scholarship is a $500 award presented annually through the South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association. Students may recieve the scholarship for one year.

This scholarship is offered in addition to the Herlong Scholarship and is available to high school seniors who meet all Herlong eligibility requirements. This award recognizes students who demonstrate achievement, character, and resilience. The Scholarship Committee will consider both accomplishments and hardships in the selection process.

To qualify for the Carolina Sports, Inc. Scholarship, applicants must:
❖ Meet all first-year Herlong Scholarship requirements
❖ Be the son or daughter of a coach who has been a SCACA member for at least 15 years
❖ Submit all required materials for the Herlong Scholarship and Carolina Sports, Inc. Scholarship and MAIL THEM TO the SCACA Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 2734, Anderson, SC 29622 with a POSTMARK BY APRIL 1ST.

Required Materials

In addition to the Herlong Scholarship documents, applicants must include:

Carolina Sports, Inc. application form that is found on the last page of the First- Year Applicants Packet (completed, signed, and dated)

Letter of Recommendation from your school principal (signed and dated)

Copy of SAT or ACT scores

Herlong Scholarship Renewal Process

To request renewal of your scholarship for the upcoming year, submit a Letter of Request and an Official College Transcript with a postmark no later than April 1st to be considered for the next academic year. Returning recipients should NOT submit a new application.

Renewal eligibility requirements are the same as first-year applicants, with the addition of a minimum 2.00 GPA (C average) and at least 12 semester hours (or equivalent) earned per semester.

Students receiving a full scholarship or grant for the upcoming school year are not eligible for renewal and must notify SCACA immediately.

Note: The scholarship is granted for a maximum of 4 years.

Renewal requests that do not conform to the following requirements will not be considered.

Submit a Letter of Request

Write a letter asking to be reconsidered as a Herlong Scholarship recipient for the next academic year.

Mail your letter to:
SCACA Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 2734, Anderson, SC, 29622
Or email your letter to:
SCACA Office at scott@sccoaches.org

Submit Official Transcript

Provide an official school transcript that meets the following criteria:

Include official school seal
Be signed by the proper school authority
Is cumulative, including Fall semester grades of current academic year
Show minimum 2.00 GPA (C Average) and 12 earned credits

Email Options for Submitting Official Transcripts:

Email directly from Student Records Office or via an authorized document delivery service (e.g., Parchment Send Service) to lacey@sccoaches.org and/or scott@sccoaches.org

Take the Next Step

Apply or Renew Your Herlong Scholarship

Whether you’re a first-year applicant or a returning student, now is the time to complete your scholarship materials. Review the requirements, gather your documents, and ensure your submission is postmarked by the deadline to be considered. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact us.

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