At a glance
Free if eligible- What it covers
- Up to $5,000 per academic year after all other grants/scholarships, for eligible remaining tuition, fees and required course-related costs. This is a cap, not a guarantee that the whole bill is paid.As of Oct 16, 2026 · South Carolina Technical College System ↗
- Income / financial rules
- The current system page lists residency, programme and participation conditions rather than a household-income ceiling. Other grants/scholarships are applied first; ask the college for the personal award calculation.As of Oct 16, 2026 · South Carolina Technical College System ↗
- Who to check first
- Be a South Carolina resident in an eligible professional certificate, industry-recognized credential, diploma or degree at one of the SC Technical College System’s 16 colleges.As of Oct 16, 2026 · South Carolina Technical College System ↗
- Application timing
- Confirm local college intake, approved programme and funding before enrolling; the system page provides no universal year-specific final application date.As of Oct 16, 2026 · South Carolina Technical College System ↗
Check your eligibility
Some items describe alternative routes rather than requirements for everyone. Use the route that applies to you as a preparation checklist; the program makes the eligibility decision.
How to apply
- 1Use the system’s college directory to contact a local technical college and confirm the exact programme is eligible for SC WINS. A broad career label does not confirm every course.As of Oct 16, 2026 · South Carolina Technical College System ↗
- 2Ask the college how to document the employment, literacy-course or volunteer alternative and complete its aid/intake requirements. Request a written remaining-cost calculation after all other grants/scholarships; this system page does not establish a single statewide form or deadline.As of Oct 16, 2026 · South Carolina Technical College System ↗
What to watch for
Common questions
What is the main benefit?
Up to $5,000 per academic year after all other grants/scholarships, for eligible remaining tuition, fees and required course-related costs. This is a cap, not a guarantee that the whole bill is paid.
Is there an income limit?
The current system page lists residency, programme and participation conditions rather than a household-income ceiling. Other grants/scholarships are applied first; ask the college for the personal award calculation.
When should I apply?
Confirm local college intake, approved programme and funding before enrolling; the system page provides no universal year-specific final application date.
Sources & verification
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