Richard P. Cardwell Scholarship

The Richard P. Cardwell Scholarship was initiated in 1957 as the result of contributions from General and Mrs. Eugene F. Cardwell, the parents of Richard P. Cardwell, The Citadel Class of 1957. The fund was named in memory of Cadet Richard P. Cardwell, who was accidentally killed during his junior year. Scholarship recipinets must have completed their freshman year. Scholarships are available to Protestant, cadets who are residents of one of the following states: South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida, Virginia, Texas, New Mexico, Indiana, Alabama, Mississippi, or Georgia. Attributes to be considered are scholarship, student or extracurricular activities, leadership, integrity, industry, respect of his fellow cadets, evidences of ability and responsibility, and financial need. Selection shall be based on the the complete record of the candidate as a cadet at The Citadel. The first award was made in 1960.