LISTEN UP STUDENTS

YOUR FUTURE.
YOUR MOVE.

Big Mo is made for Spartanburg students like you. If you know you want to go to college, we’re here to support you as you start this exciting new chapter. If your path is still a little fuzzy, that’s OK! We can help you figure things out.

The bottom line — no matter how you envision your future, Big Mo is here for you.


What does Big Mo help with?


  • Up to $4,000 per year tuition support at USC Upstate

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  • Up to $1,000 fee support per year at SMC and SCC

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  • Guidance on financial aid applications

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  • Access to internships and opportunities

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  • Text campaigns with key dates and reminders

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  • Workshops to guide the college process

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Not planning on attending USC Upstate, Spartanburg Methodist, or SCC?

Big Mo is still for you.

Even if you’re not choosing one of the Big Mo partner schools, we’ve got your back. Whether you’re looking at Wofford, Converse, a school outside Spartanburg County or even South Carolina, Big Mo helps you sort through your options, find resources and make your best move.

Our goal is simple: we want 100% of Spartanburg County seniors to sign up for Big Mo — because everyone deserves support, no matter where their path leads.


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  • Yes and no. There is a financial component to Big Mo, but it’s more than a scholarship. We offer support to students through texting, school events, workshops, etc.

  • You will need to sign up for Big Mo! If you want to access funds, you will need to be accepted into one of the Big Mo Partner schools and complete the FAFSA. 

  • No. This program is for all Spartanburg County seniors graduating from one of the 7 public school districts who meet admission requirements at partner college. 

  • At this time, funding associated with enrollment in Big Mo is only available for students who enroll the semester after high school graduation. 

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