The General Jim and Pat Boswell Merit Scholarship Program
General Jim and Pat Boswell Merit Scholarship Program funds are limited; therefore, scholarships
are based strictly on merit. The scholarships are awarded for academic excellence, leadership,
and demonstrated achievement. Remember, scholarships are not an entitlement, nor does receiving
one guarantee its continuation for subsequent years.
General Information:
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Scholarships for "Children of the Regiment" are awarded annually to children of current
dues-paying members (Regular or Life) of the 7th Infantry Regiment Association to attend post
secondary school on a full time basis for the entire academic year as undergraduate-level students.
Students must apply each year. They may reapply and re-compete every year for an annual scholarship,
but are limited to receiving four scholarships from the 7th Infantry Regiment Association.
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The Application is now on-line. Resumes and letters of reference (must include
name, address, phone number, and e-mail address of person
writing the letter of reference) are to e-mailed to Ernie Jackson.
Eligibility Requirements:
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A child of a Life or Regular member of the 7th Infantry Regiment Association (active, retired
or deceased) who served a duty assignment with the 7th Infantry Regiment or a component or
attached unit thereof while on active duty in the United States Army, and who has been a member
of the Association in good standing for at least the past year.
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The terms "Child" or "Children" include stepchildren, legally adopted
children, grandchildren and great grandchildren of lineal descent from a Member.
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Must be accepted to attend undergraduate-level studies at a college or university leading
to an Associate or Bachelor degree that is approved and accredited for Title IV funds
under the U.S. Higher Education Act administered by the U.S. Department of Education.
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Must not have already received or accepted a full scholarship; e.g.; Service Academy, full ROTC,
full athletic, full academic. Full scholarship is defined as tuition, room and board.
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Be a United States citizen.
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Current college or high school students must have at least a cumulative 2.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
to be considered for an award.
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Spring semester grades will not be considered in evaluating application packets. There is no
requirement to submit final academic year grades to the Association prior to beginning the academic year.
Disbursement of Funds:
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Checks will be disbursed no later than August 1.
