South Carolina Invests $10 Million in New Teacher Recruitment and Retention Programs

Columbia, SC (October 5, 2026) South Carolina teachers have a new opportunity to refinance their student loans at a 2-percent fixed rate and, in some cases, receive loan forgiveness in return for teaching in the state’s public schools. The new

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SC invests $10 million into new teacher recruitment programs

The programs are offered by South Carolina Student Loan. Funds were granted through a budget proviso by Rep. Neal Collins.

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"This program is intended to provide financial support for teachers to keep them in the classroom," said Rep. Neal Collins.

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SC invests $10 million in teacher recruitment, retention

The programs administered by S.C. Student Loan Corp will help teachers get better loan repayment terms.

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South Carolina Invests $10 Million in New Teacher Recruitment and Retention Programs

SC teachers can refinance their student loans at a 2-percent fixed rate and, in some cases, get loans forgiven.