Because we are an approved Comprehensive Transition Postsecondary (CTP) program, financial aid is available for USCA LIFE students.
Visit the Financial Aid website for specific information about federal aid opportunities.
The national organization for LIFE Programs, Think College, produces a brief on Scholarships for Students with Intellectual Disabilities.
Some organizations offer scholarship opportunities, including Ruby's Rainbow and the O'Neill Tabani Enrichment Fund.
Financial Aid Opportunities
SC Resident
- Federal Pell grant – based on Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)/income (max was about $7,000 for 23-24 year)
- SC Scholarship - $15,000 per year for attending LIFE program and being a SC resident
- SC Grant – up to an additional $10,000 per year; based on financial need and being a SC resident
- SC Vocational Rehabilitation – based on FAFSA/income (max was about $6,000 per semester for 23-24)
- Internal Scholarships provided by our Advancement office
- External Scholarships
Out of State Residents
- Federal Pell grant – based on FAFSA/income (max was about $7,365 for the 2025-2026 year)
- Vocational Rehabilitation from state of residence
- Internal Scholarships provided by our Advancement office
- External Scholarships