The mission of the South Carolina Teaching Fellows Program is to recruit talented high school seniors into the teaching profession and to help them develop leadership qualities. Students may receive up to $6,000 yearly scholarship for four years, including $300 a year for summer enrichment. A written and oral application process is required. Students must have high academic achievement, a history of service to the school and community, and a desire to teach South Carolina's children. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the South Carolina Department of Education for more information about the award and the application process.