Scholarship Opportunities

The Dr. Andrew and Josephine Lewis Endowed Annual Scholarship is for a student with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Applications for the scholarship must be accompanied by two letters of recommendation. First preference will be given to an African American undergraduate majoring in Physical Education with concentration in Teacher education. 2nd preference will be given to an African American undergraduate majoring within the Department of Health and Human Performance. 3rd preference will be given to any undergraduate student with a major within the Department of Health and Human Performance.

The Dr. Deborah A. Miller Public Health Scholarship will be used to support full-time students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health within the Department of Health and Human Performance. The student must have completed 50 hours, with a minimum of 15 hours completed at the College of Charleston. The student must have completed a minimum of 6 hours within Department of Health and Human Performance and have a minimum overall GPA of 2.5 and completed a minimum of 15 hours of volunteer experience in a health-related field.

The Dr. Thomas D. and Janie L. Langley Endowed Scholarship supports South Carolina students who have declared a major in exercise science or physical education teacher education. Recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Joseph A. Tate, a 2015 B.A. in Public Health graduate, and the Marketing and Events Coordinator in the School of Education, Health, and Human Performance, died suddenly in April 2017. This award was funded by family and friends so that Joe's legacy at the College of Charleston would be remembered and carried on. Applicants must be a declared B.S. or B.A.

Public Health major; an active member of the Public Health Society for at least one year; must have financial need; 3.0 GPA and junior standing.

The Solomon Family Scholarship was established by Dr. Jason and Mrs. Jessica Solomon in an effort to honor Dr. A. Frederick Solomon (Dr. Jason’s father), and in memory of A. Bernard Solomon (Dr. Jason’s grandfather). The scholarship’s intended purpose is to continue the legacy that these two men lived by and that is that hard work. determination. and integrity are values that will provide for a successful life. These values set the standard and success for the Solomon family, and it is the Solomon Family hope that this scholarship may contribute to the recipient’s future success. Both Dr. Jason and Jessica attended the College of Charleston. Requirements for this scholarship include: exercise science major; SC resident living in the tri-county area; junior or senior standing with 60 earned credit hours; cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; engage in the CofC and local community; pursuing a career in dental medicine or health science program; brief essay required as part of this scholarship application; renewable scholarship.

This scholarship was established by Dr. Frances C. Welch, Dean of the former School of Education, Health, and Human Performance, which split into two schools - School of Health Sciences and School of Education. Eligible students will be enrolled as a rising full-time junior majoring in Exercise Science or Public Health; completed at least 30 hours at CofC while maintaining 3.2 GPA or higher; graduate of SC high school and recipient of the LIFE or Palmetto Fellows scholarships. One faculty recommendation is required for an applicant to be considered for this scholarship.

This award was established in 2014 by friends of Dorie and George Spaulding. George was heavily involved in the College of Charleston's former School of Education, Health, and Human Performance, which split into two schools - School of Health Sciences and School of Education - and School of Business. He also served on the College's Foundation Board. George and Dorie were one of three couples recognized on the School of Business Wall of Honor in 2011.

Undergraduate or graduate students displaying a passion for any major within the School of Health Sciecnes. Candidates must demonstrate care and compassion for others; i.e volunteer work that is not required and have previous employment experience. Candidates must describe in their personal statement their financial need for this scholarship and both their personal long and short-term goals. Candidates GPA and class standing will be considered.

The Department of Health and Human Performance Scholarship is awarded to a full time undergraduate student who is pursuing a degree offered via the Dept. Health and Human Performance. Students who have completed a minimum of 9 hours of required coursework in HEHP, who have a 3.0 cumulative GPA and who are active in SSMA, PEH, or an equivalent club are eligible for this scholarship. When evaluating applicants for this award, the scholarship committee will consider the student’s professional, college and/or community activities (including any leadership roles) and how he/she hopes to enhance the health and well-being of those they interact with in the future.

Dr. William R. Barfield is a beloved and admired professor at the College of Charleston who has dedicated his professional life to teaching and research. This scholarship was established for exercise science students in the College of Charleston's Department of Health and Human Peformance. Applicants for this scholarship must be declared exercise science majors and maintain 3.0 GPA or higher.  Preferences include student athletes, students who participate in intramural activities, adult students, and students with veteran status.