FRS Scholarship Program

Group smiling with 'Foundation for Rural Service' logo at the top on the imageHTC is a member of the NTCA – The Rural Broadband Association. As a member, we also support the Foundation For Rural Service (FRS) and act as a conduit for the FRS’ Youth Programs. FRS provides scholarships, a Youth Tour, and a number of other programs to help invest in the next generation of leaders and citizens.

The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Scholarship Program annually awards scholarships to an exceptional group of rural students for their first year of college or vocational school. All applicants require sponsorship by an NTCA—The Rural Broadband Association member company to be eligible.

This year, HTC is assisting in taking applications for the FRS Scholarship program. These scholarships are valued at $2,000, and funds can be used to cover expenses related to attending a two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school. As the telecommunications service provider for Horry, Georgetown, and Marion counties, HTC will contribute an additional $500 to the scholarship if a student from our area is selected to receive the award, bringing the total scholarship to $2,500.

Eligible students must meet the following requirements:
  • A parent or guardian that is an HTC Member
  • Be a graduating high school senior.
  • Be a United States citizen.
  • Be sponsored by a current NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association member.
  • Be accepted by an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school.
  • Maintain at least a C grade point average (GPA).
  • Express an interest to return to a rural community following graduation.

Applications for the 2025 FRS Scholarship must be submitted by February 14, 2025 at 11:59pm EST. Apply directly through FRS. The application link will be available soon. Be sure to check back.

Applicants should select HTC in Conway, SC from the Employer section. The address listed will be P.O. Box

Tier 1

Up to 500
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Starting At
$49
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Tier 2

Up to 750
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Starting At
$59
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Tier 3

Up to 1 GIG     
Starting At
$74
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