Education

Mid-Carolina believes in being a catalyst for improvement. One way we do this is through our support of education - primary, secondary and continuing. We also provide funds directly for tuition and supplies, and we make educational materials available to interested parties on a variety of utility industry-related topics.

2008 Washington, DC Youth Tour

Two area high school juniors will be selected to represent MCEC as delegates to the Washington Youth Tour and be eligible to compete for a scholarship.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Was November 2, 2007
TOUR DATES: June 14-19, 2008

For more info, visit www.youthtour.coop
Watch the 2007 YouTube.com Video »

Scholarships

WIRE Opportunity Scholarship for Women Returning to College
A new "WIRE Opportunity Scholarship for Women Returning to College," will be awarded by South Carolina WIRE to a female electric cooperative member. Applicants for the $2,500 scholarship must have graduated from high school or earned GEDs, at least ten years ago, be accepted by an accredited South Carolina college or university and demonstrate financial need. Deadline for applications is June 2, 2008.

Download the 2008 Application (168k RTF File)

MCEC Touchstone Energy Scholarship
For its 18th consecutive year, Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative is offering its Touchstone Energy scholarships to high school seniors within its service area. The scholarship is open to any senior attending the following high schools: Irmo, Dutch Fork, Chapin, Saluda, Batesburg/Leesville, Lexington, White Knoll, Pelion, Gilbert and Airport. The scholarship is also made available to any in-state student whose primary residence receives electricity from MCEC.

Seven $1,000 scholarships are given by Mid-Carolina Electric to students in local school districts who are exceptional examples of "The Spirit of Cooperation", a deeply-ingrained value and driving force within the Touchstone Energy brand. Special consideration is given to need, extracurricular activities, community involvement, recommendations and the students’ personal analysis. Since 1990, over 90 scholarships have been awarded to students who fit these criteria, exhibit a positive attitude, and possess a good reputation within their respective communities.

Applications may be obtained through guidance counselors at each of the participating high schools. The deadline for 2008 application submittal was March 14, 2008.