--- title: "Myrtle Beach Education HERE" url: https://www.heremyrtlebeach.com/education-myrtle-beach-sc/ date: 2026-06-18T12:22:11+00:00 modified: 2026-06-18T12:22:11+00:00 author: "" site: "HERE Myrtle Beach" attribution: "HERE Myrtle Beach" --- # Myrtle Beach Education HERE *Source: [HERE Myrtle Beach](https://www.heremyrtlebeach.com/education-myrtle-beach-sc/) — June 18, 2026 by * HERE Myrtle Beach — Education Coverage # Myrtle Beach Schools News Schools, Colleges, Careers & Education News — Horry HERE Education covers every school, deadline, and funding opportunity in Horry. From K-12 to Coastal Carolina University — use our Right School Right Neighborhood quiz, search the full directory, and track what matters. [School Finder Quiz](#school-matcher) [Search Schools](#school-directory) [Education News](#edu-news) [Deadlines](#edu-deadlines) [Featured Programs](#featured-programs) [Decision Maker](#decision-maker) [Online Education](#online-education) Presenting Sponsor [Your Business Here — Reach Every Family in Horry](/advertise/) Updated weekly  ·  Myrtle Beach, SC  ·  4 High Schools  ·  2 Colleges Horry is home to a unified school district serving students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. High schools serving Myrtle Beach families include **Myrtle Beach High School** (Seahawks), **Carolina Forest High School** (Panthers), **Socastee High School** (Braves), **North Myrtle Beach High School** (Chiefs). HERE Myrtle Beach covers every school board meeting, budget cycle, and academic milestone across Horry. Myrtle Beach's higher-education landscape includes 2 institutions: **Coastal Carolina University** (Chanticleers), NCAA Division I FBS; **Horry-Georgetown Technical College**, Non-athletic 2yr. HERE Myrtle Beach covers admissions deadlines, scholarship windows, athletic schedules, and campus announcements for each institution. SC's public-school governance flows through the **SC Department of Education**, which administers **SC READY** assessments each spring and enforces the **Read to Succeed Act** — requiring third-grade reading proficiency before promotion. The **South Carolina High School League (SCHSL)** governs interscholastic athletics across the state. Teacher pay begins at the state minimum and is locally supplemented — making salaries a perennial flashpoint at budget hearings. HERE Myrtle Beach tracks school-board meetings across Horry — agendas, votes, and budget summaries published before local papers. Our reporters cover graduation rates and **SC READY** scores; teacher-contract negotiations; school resource officers; SAT and ACT data; Title I funding allocations; building bond referenda; and the Friday Night Football calendar. From dual-enrollment windows at local technical colleges to faculty announcements at area universities — if it happens in a Myrtle Beach classroom or on a Horry campus, it is HERE. DEADLINES 11dSC Need-Based Grants — Apply Now•PassedFAFSA Priority Deadline•PassedSC Teaching Fellows Application•PassedSC School of Math & Science — Applications•PassedSC READY Testing Window•43dCoastal Carolina University Fall 2026 Applications Open•43dHorry-Georgetown Technical College Fall 2026 Applications Open•PassedHorry County Schools Open Enrollment•11dSC Need-Based Grants — Apply Now•PassedFAFSA Priority Deadline•PassedSC Teaching Fellows Application•PassedSC School of Math & Science — Applications•PassedSC READY Testing Window•43dCoastal Carolina University Fall 2026 Applications Open•43dHorry-Georgetown Technical College Fall 2026 Applications Open•PassedHorry County Schools Open Enrollment• Latest Coverage ## Education News 🏫 School Board ### Horry school board budget hearing scheduled for March Community members invited to weigh in on the proposed 2026–27 budget for Horry schools. March 10, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 Local Schools ### Myrtle Beach High School renovation update Work continues on facilities improvements at Myrtle Beach High School in Horry. March 8, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 💻 College ### Coastal Carolina University launches new workforce certificate program this fall Coastal Carolina University's new certificate program is designed for working adults in Myrtle Beach. March 6, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 Higher Ed ### Coastal Carolina University receives STEM endowment gift A donation will expand science and engineering programs at Coastal Carolina University. March 5, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🌸 Scholarships ### SC WINS scholarship expansion benefits Myrtle Beach students The SC WINS workforce scholarship is expanding eligibility — hundreds of Horry residents may now qualify. March 3, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 School Board ### Horry school rezoning proposal under review A proposed boundary change could shift student attendance zones ahead of the 2026–27 school year in Horry. March 1, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) **Submit an Education Tip** Know something we should cover? Board meeting, school news, or funding opportunity? Submit Tip Section Sponsor [Sponsor Education News — Reach Horry Families](/advertise/) Interactive Tool ## Right School. Right Neighborhood. HERE! Tell us what matters to your family — schools, community feel, budget — and we'll match you to the right Myrtle Beach neighborhood. Step 1 of 6 ### What grades are you shopping schools for? PreK / KindergartenAges 4–6 Elementary (1–5)Ages 6–11 Middle School (6–8)Ages 11–14 High School (9–12)Ages 14–18 Not school age yet — planning aheadFuture family planning Continue → Step 2 of 6 ### What matters most to you in a school? (Select up to 3) Academic PerformanceTest scores, college prep AthleticsCompetitive sports, facilities Arts & ActivitiesMusic, theater, clubs Small Class SizeIndividual attention Diversity & InclusionInclusive community STEM ProgramsScience, tech, engineering, math AP / Honors / IBAdvanced coursework Safety & School CulturePositive environment ← Back Continue → Step 3 of 6 ### What kind of community feels like home? Small & Tight-KnitClose community, know your neighbors — Myrtle Beach area Suburban & GrowingNew development, good schools — Horry suburbs Urban & ConnectedMyrtle Beach — walkable, arts, dining Rural & SpaciousHorry — land, quiet, small-town feel ← Back Continue → Step 4 of 6 ### Which part of Horry? Grande Dunes Plantation Lakes Berkshire Forest The Market Common Withers Preserve Pine Lakes Carolina Forest Open — show me what fits anywhereNo location preference ← Back Continue → Step 5 of 6 ### Tell us about your move Moving Timeline Yes — Actively Looking Yes — Within 6 Months Planning Ahead 1+ Year Just Researching Budget Range Under $200K $200K–$300K $300K–$400K $400K–$600K $600K+ Home to Sell? Yes No (First Home or Renting) Maybe ← Back Continue → Step 6 of 6 ### Where should we send your neighborhood match? We'll email your personalized school & neighborhood report — free, no obligation. Get My Match → No spam. We match you with a local real estate expert only if you want us to. ← Back Your Match ## Your Myrtle Beach Neighborhood Match Grande Dunes Horry Horry County Schools — Myrtle Beach High School Myrtle Beach offers a range of neighborhoods that match different school and lifestyle priorities. 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Contact a local agent for current pricing [Connect with a Local Real Estate Partner](/contact/) Start Over Sponsor the School Finder [Reach every relocating family in Horry — Become a Sponsor](/advertise/) Full Directory ## Myrtle Beach School Directory, Report Cards, and School News 4+ High Schools 2 Colleges & Universities 1 Technical Programs 1 School District [All Schools](https://www.heremyrtlebeach.com/schools-myrtle-beach-sc/?school_type=all) [High Schools](https://www.heremyrtlebeach.com/schools-myrtle-beach-sc/?school_type=high) [Middle Schools](https://www.heremyrtlebeach.com/schools-myrtle-beach-sc/?school_type=middle) [Elementary](https://www.heremyrtlebeach.com/schools-myrtle-beach-sc/?school_type=elementary) [Colleges](https://www.heremyrtlebeach.com/schools-myrtle-beach-sc/?school_type=college) [Technical Programs](https://www.heremyrtlebeach.com/schools-myrtle-beach-sc/?school_type=technical) ### Horry High Schools Horry County Schools ### Horry County Schools **High Schools:** Myrtle Beach High School (Seahawks), Carolina Forest High School (Panthers), Socastee High School (Braves), North Myrtle Beach High School (Chiefs) **County:** Horry Statewide Magnet ### SC Governor's School for Science & Mathematics **Area:** Hartsville, SC — statewide enrollment **Type:** Residential magnet high school for SC students Applications open annually [School Website →](https://www.scgssm.org) Directory Sponsor [Featured Listing — Get Your School or Program Seen by Every Myrtle Beach Family](/advertise/) Public Accountability Data ## School Report Cards Official annual ratings from the **South Carolina Education Oversight Committee** and the **South Carolina Department of Education**. Showing every rated public school in Horry County for the 2024-25 school year. Click any school to view the full report card on the official SC Report Cards site (graduation rate, academic progress, school climate, financial data). **Report card data loading.** Statewide SC public school ratings are refreshed annually. Check back soon. Report Cards Sponsor [Reach Every Myrtle Beach Family Comparing Schools — Get Featured Here](/advertise/) 6. FEATURED SCHOOLS & PROGRAMS ============================================================ --> Active Deadlines & Notable Programs ## Featured Schools & Programs Coastal Carolina University Fall 2026 Applications Open APPLICATIONS OPEN Coastal Carolina University serves Myrtle Beach and the surrounding Grand Strand region. NCAA Division I FBS. Chanticleers  ·  SC in-state tuition available  ·  Multiple degree programs [Learn More →](https://gochanticleers.com) Horry-Georgetown Technical College Fall 2026 Applications Open APPLICATIONS OPEN Horry-Georgetown Technical College serves Myrtle Beach and the surrounding Grand Strand region. Non-athletic 2yr. SC in-state tuition available  ·  Multiple degree programs [Learn More →](https://www.hgtc.edu) SC Governor's School for Science & Math Statewide Magnet Applications APPLICATIONS OPEN SC's elite residential magnet school for mathematically and scientifically gifted students. Open to all SC students. Free tuition  ·  Residential program  ·  Grades 11–12 [Learn More →](https://www.scgssm.org/admissions) SC Teaching Fellows Teaching Fellows Scholarship SCHOLARSHIP $6,000 per year for high school seniors planning to teach in SC. Competitive program recognizing future educators. $6,000/year  ·  Service requirement  ·  All SC colleges [Learn More →](https://www.cerra.org/teaching-fellows.html) Horry-Georgetown Technical College High School Dual Enrollment — Free FREE FOR HS STUDENTS High school juniors and seniors can earn college credit at Horry-Georgetown Technical College at no cost under SC's Dual Enrollment program. SC Dual Enrollment  ·  College credit  ·  No cost to student [Learn More →](#) Featured Listing [Get Your School or Program Featured Here — Contact HERE Myrtle Beach](/advertise/) Interactive Career & Education Tool ## The HERE Decision Maker 6 questions, a personalized education & career roadmap. Free. No sign-up. Question 1 of 6 Question 1 of 6 ### Where are you right now? ✓ High School StudentCurrently enrolled, exploring next steps ✓ Recent GraduateHS or college grad, starting out ✓ Working AdultAlready working, looking to advance or change ✓ Parent / GuardianResearching options for my child Continue → Question 2 of 6 ### What matters most to you? ✓ Income FastMaximize earnings as quickly as possible ✓ Passion & PurposeWork that aligns with my values and interests ✓ Stability & SecurityConsistent job, good benefits, solid future ✓ Growth & AdvancementCareer path with upward mobility and learning ← Back Continue → Question 3 of 6 ### How do you learn best? ✓ Hands-OnLabs, workshops, apprenticeships, doing ✓ Structured ClassroomLectures, assignments, guided learning ✓ Self-DirectedOnline, at my own pace, flexible schedule ✓ Mix of EverythingCombination that keeps me engaged ← Back Continue → Question 4 of 6 ### How much time can you commit? ✓ Full-Time Student30–40 hours/week, fully committed to education ✓ Part-Time (10–20 hrs/wk)Working while studying, steady pace ✓ A Few Hours Per WeekMicro-learning, certifications, self-study ✓ Weekend / Evening OnlyDay job, learning outside work hours ← Back Continue → Question 5 of 6 ### What career field interests you most? ✓ Healthcare & NursingNursing, therapy, public health, allied health ✓ Technology & ITSoftware, cybersecurity, data, networking ✓ Skilled TradesElectrician, HVAC, welding, construction ✓ Business & FinanceManagement, accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship ✓ EducationTeaching, counseling, school administration ✓ Creative & MediaDesign, communications, arts, journalism ✓ Manufacturing & EngineeringAdvanced manufacturing, engineering technology ✓ Public ServiceGovernment, military, first responders, social work ← Back Continue → Question 6 of 6 ### Where should we send your personalized roadmap? We'll email your free education & career plan — no obligation. Get My Roadmap → ← Back Your Personalized Roadmap ## Your Myrtle Beach Education & Career Plan Based on your answers, here are the top 3 paths we recommend in Myrtle Beach. **Want this plan emailed to you?** We'll send a PDF summary plus local scholarship and program contacts. Send My Plan Start Over Decision Maker Sponsor [Sponsor the Decision Maker — Reach Job Seekers & Students in Horry](/advertise/) Flexible Learning Options ## Online & Hybrid Education Accredited programs for Horry residents who need flexibility. Coastal Carolina University Coastal Carolina University Online Programs Online and hybrid degree and certificate programs. SC in-state tuition rates available for eligible students. SC in-state tuition [Learn More →](#) Horry-Georgetown Technical College Horry-Georgetown Technical College Online Programs Online and hybrid degree and certificate programs. SC in-state tuition rates available for eligible students. SC in-state tuition [Learn More →](#) Google Career Certificates Grow with Google — Career Certificates Google, IBM, Meta, and other employer-backed certificates. Many are accepted by Horry's manufacturing and tech employers. Some WIOA-funded. Free via Coursera Financial Aid [Learn More →](https://grow.google/certificates/) SC Technical College System SC Online Workforce Training The SC Technical College System offers online certificates and associate degree programs through the state's 16 technical colleges. SC in-state rates + WIOA eligible [Learn More →](https://www.sctechsystem.edu) Program Sponsor [Feature Your Online Program — Reach Adult Learners in Horry](/advertise/) Governance & Accountability ## School Board Meetings HERE Myrtle Beach covers every public school board meeting in Horry — agendas published in advance, votes summarized after. Horry County Schools Horry County Schools **Next Meeting:** Check district website for schedule **Location:** Horry — district office ### Key Education Policy Issues — Horry 📚 SC READY Scores — Grade-level reading by 3rd grade HIGH 💰 Title I Funding Allocations — Horry schools HIGH 🏫 School Safety — Resource officers on campus HIGH 🎓 Dual Enrollment Expansion — High school / college MEDIUM 🏗️ Facilities & Bonds — Building referenda MEDIUM 👩‍🏫 Teacher Recruitment & Pay — Local supplements HIGH Section Sponsor [Sponsor Board Coverage — Reach Horry Education Leaders](/advertise/) Common Questions ## Education FAQ — Myrtle Beach ### How do I enroll my child in a Horry school? + Enrollment for Horry public schools is managed by the district office. Contact the Horry school district directly for enrollment forms, residency requirements, and deadlines. Visit the district website or the Horry government site for current instructions. ### What colleges are in or near Myrtle Beach? + Myrtle Beach and Horry are served by 2 higher-education institutions: Coastal Carolina University, Horry-Georgetown Technical College. Use our Decision Maker tool above to find the right fit for your goals. ### Is there financial aid available for Myrtle Beach students? + Yes — the SC LIFE and Palmetto Fellows scholarships are merit-based awards for students attending SC colleges. SC WINS is a workforce scholarship for technical programs. FAFSA is available for all eligible students. Horry-Georgetown Technical College's Dual Enrollment program lets high schoolers earn free college credits. The SC Teaching Fellows scholarship provides $6,000/year for future educators. ### How does high school athletics work in Horry? + High school athletics in Horry are governed by the South Carolina High School League (SCHSL). Schools compete in classifications based on enrollment (1A–5A for most sports). HERE Myrtle Beach covers every home game, playoff bracket, and signing-day announcement. ### How do I submit a tip or story idea to HERE Myrtle Beach? + Use the Submit an Education Tip form at the top of this page. We cover school board decisions, program announcements, scholarship opportunities, enrollment deadlines, and any issue affecting Horry students and families. Tips can be submitted anonymously. Weekly Newsletter ## Myrtle Beach Education Newsletter Every Thursday — deadlines, board meeting summaries, scholarship alerts, and education news for Horry. No fluff. ✓ School board meeting recaps — Horry ✓ Scholarship and enrollment deadlines ✓ SCHSL scores and playoff alerts ✓ Campus news — Coastal Carolina University, Horry-Georgetown Technical College ✓ Free. Unsubscribe any time. **Get the Myrtle Beach Education Briefing** Free. Every Thursday morning. Subscribe Free → No spam. 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