Dr. & Mrs. R.C. Smith Citadel Scholar Scholarship

Scholarship created at the request of Richard Lovelace, the son-in-law of the donor, as it stated in Nancy Smith’s will that the money was to be used for scholarships. The purpose of the Dr. and Mrs. R.C. Smith Citadel Scholar Scholarship fund is to enable The Citadel to recruit to the Corps top-ranked academic students who aim to excel scholastically while preparing for a lifetime of leadership. Each Citadel Scholar receives a four-year, full-tuition award that includes all uniform and book expenses. Selection for the college’s most comprehensive and competitive scholarship program is based upon merit. Prospective freshman candidates will be invited to campus for a scholarship competition, including an interview with the Faculty Scholarship Committee. The scholarship is renewable for four years as long as the cadet continues to meet the eligibility requirements.