Samsung American Legion Scholarship

Open to students attending an American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State session between their junior and senior year of high school who are direct descendants of a wartime veteran. Ten National Scholars receive $10,000 each and ten National Runners-Up receive $5,000 each (two of each per region); remaining Department finalists are guaranteed at least $1,250. Applications are due before Day 1 of the student's Boys State or Girls State session.

Eligibility

DemographicsMust attend American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State and be a direct descendant of a wartime veteran.

Applying

$1,250 minimum for Department finalists; $5,000 for ten National Runners-Up; $10,000 for ten National Scholars.