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1 SCHOLARSHIPS/GRANTS/LOANS/AWARDS FOR Boy Scouts, Venturing, Seas Scouts, Explorers and Girl Scouts University of Scouting

2 United States Veteran Service Organizations, Non-military associations, colleges and Boy Scouts of America Scholarships for Scouts As an Eagle Scout, there are many scholarship opportunities available to you. Some only apply if you go to a certain school, or a school in a certain state. Others require a parent or grandparent to be a member of the granting organization. Some require proof of need, others do not. Be sure that your high school college counselor knows that you are an Eagle Scout and interested in special scholarships. When you apply or are accepted by a school and you are talking to them about financial aid, ask if they have any special scholarships for Eagle Scouts. There is a wealth of information available on the web about scholarships for Eagle Scouts. Try your favorite search engine with "Eagle Scout" Scholarship. The listing below is just some of the many sites with information. Offerings, information, and web sites are constantly changing so some information may get out of date. PURPOSE: Various organizations and associations offer scholarships for Eagle Scouts, awards and recognition for Scouts of all ages. Some churches and other non-military organizations also offer scholarships but you have to ask to learn what it is and how much. Although many of these organizations exist, many others do not offer any and few that did, no longer support it based on their economic impacts so selection is going to be lean, but well worth the research if your child seeks funding for college. Approximately 66% are unaware of these opportunities and only a few venture out to explore them. MAIN BODY: Let s begin by promoting those that still offer accessible and reasonable monetary scholarships that await your application and potential awarding. A list of US Veteran Service Organizations, non-military associations, colleges, and Boy Scouts of America reviewed below explaining those awards and scholarships that are available to Scouts. Key to some is being a member of or able to provide proof that a parent, relative was eligible or a past member of that VSO. 2

3 This is not hard to overcome since many of the children today have had someone in their family that serviced in the US Armed Forces and qualifies based on their association with a service organization. Use that leverage to gain access to these programs. Many do not and its monies lost that otherwise could be used to pay for tuition fees. Several VSO s are derivative elements from parent organizations such as the United States Air Force, Army, Marine Corps and Navy. These forces promote various organizations that are chartered and non-chartered by Congress that offer programs that focus in on the community children and youth and families. Veteran Service Organizations This list is limited to a snapshot of current VSO s, associations, and non-military groups that offer incentives, programs, and scholarships available. NOTE: This list is not complete. Other organizations might provide programs that offer scholarships and other academic awards that are not known or publicly published. You must conduct a thorough research. The American Legion AMVETS (American Veterans) Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) ay.cfm&contentid=10057 Marine Corps League Foundation Military Chaplains Association Military Order of the Purple Heart Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW) =

4 Women s Army Corps Veteran s Association Navy League of the United States Student Veterans of America Boy Scouts of America National Eagle Scout Association Boy Scouts of America Scouting Scholarships for Quality Education Cimarron BSA Council Scouter.com Hono rs/ Let s now look at the information available from some of those links above in a broader view below. Remember, the published information will change without warning, so it is in your best interest to validate the information provided. 4

5 American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year The American Legion annually honors The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year at its State and National Conventions. The winner of the competition receives a $10,000 scholarship and the three runners-up each are awarded $2,500 scholarships. Other academic monetary awards are also given at the State level in addition to the National amounts listed. The American Legion Legacy Scholarship Through The American Legion Legacy Scholarship, the Legion works to ensure children of U.S. service members who died on or after Sept. 11, 2001, receive equal opportunities in their pursuit of higher learning. In 2007 and 2008, the Legacy Scholarship Fund awarded nearly $72,000 in scholarships to children of U.S. military personnel who died on active duty. Donations are welcome and greatly needed, as college costs rise and conflicts escalate overseas. The American Legion Baseball Scholarship Print an Application In 2008, The American Legion awarded $22,000 in scholarships to deserving players. Each Department Baseball Committee may select a player from their Department to receive this scholarship. The American Legion will award several scholarships this year depending on the number of applicants and interest earned from the trust fund. Samsung American Legion Scholarship Print an Application To honor Korean War veterans, Samsung and The American Legion annually award $300,000 in scholarships to nearly 100 Boys State and Girls State participants who are direct descendants of a veteran eligible for Legion membership. National High School Oratorical Contest Print an Application The American Legion awards around $15,000 to each of the three finalists in the organization's National High School Oratorical Contest. All participants receive a scholarship. 5

6 Print an Application The Eight and Forty Lung and Respiratory Disease Nursing Scholarship Fund The Eight and Forty Lung and Respiratory Disease Nursing Scholarship was established to assist registered nurses with advanced preparation for positions in supervision, administration or teaching. Students must have employment prospects in specific positions in hospitals, clinics or health departments upon completion of their education, and the position must have a full-time and direct relationship to pediatric lung and respiratory control. Applicants must have a current registered nurse license. Scholarship awards are $3,000 each. Deadline for application is May 15, and recipients are announced July 1. Need a Lift? More Information "Need a Lift?" is A 152-page booklet updated annually to serve as a complete financial-aid reference guide to veterans, veterans dependents and members of the American Legion family. The publication contains information on federal and state veterans benefits; scholarships for veterans and their dependents, and Legionnaires and their family members; tips for applying to college and applying for financial assistance; and a comprehensive guide to colleges and universities listing tuition, room and board costs, and admission and financial aid deadlines. To search and print entries, visit: Purchase a Booklet Online VFW Scout of the Year competition Any Department that has a "National VFW Scouting Team" member is able to annually select a top Scout from their Department. Their candidate will compete against other top Department Scouts. The winner of the National competition receives a $5,000 scholarship and a trip to the VFW's National Convention, which is held annually at a select host city. Second- and third-place winners are awarded $3,000 and $1,000 respectively. VFW Scholarship Programs Scholarship Deadlines: Voice of Democracy-November 1 Patriots' Pen Youth Essay-November 1 Scouting Scholarship-March 1 6

7 Every year, hundreds of thousands of students participate in the Voice of Democracy Scholarship Competition and the Patriot's Pen Essay Contest, garnering more than $3.4 million in scholarships and incentives. In addition, the VFW honors an outstanding scout through the VFW Scout of the Year Scholarship program. Besides the VFW's outstanding scholarship programs, Posts and Auxiliaries across the nation work with youth in scouting, sports, ROTC and military cadet programs. By providing leaders, funding, sponsorships and other resources, the VFW and its Auxiliaries encourage millions of America's young adults to higher ideals and greater personal achievement. VFW Wood Badge Scholarship Program The VFW has entered into a cooperative effort with the Boy Scouts of America to encourage posts to organize Cub Scout packs, Boy Scout troops, Varsity Scout teams, and Venturing crews. To further this effort, the VFW national headquarters offers Wood Badge scholarships to assist selected chapter members in acquiring skills that will better equip them to serve the youth of their communities. Members at large and retirees can qualify by being sponsored by the nearest VFW post in their area. Sons of the American Revolution Open to all Eagle Scouts who are currently registered in an active unit and have not reached their 19 th birthday during the year of application. The year that Eagle was awarded is not restricted. College plans do not need to be completed in order to receive the cash scholarship. Three cash scholarship awards are given with the National First Place winner receiving $8, Arthur M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout Scholarship Open to all Eagle Scouts who are currently registered in an active unit and have not reached their 19th birthday during the year of application. (The application year is the calendar year, 01 Jan. to 31 Dec.) The year that Eagle was awarded is not restricted. College plans do not need to be completed in order to receive the cash scholarship. Three cash scholarship awards are given: As the National First Place winner - $8,000.00; Runner-up - $4,000.00; 2nd runner-up - $2, You may apply more than one year if you meet the age requirements but no more 7

8 than $8, total may be granted to any one Eagle Scout. Entrants need to complete only one application -- the one for the chapter competition. If it is a winner it is then used for the state competition, and if it is a winner again it is used for the national competition. The application consists of: 1. The two page application form 2. The Four Generation ancestor chart. 3. The 500 word Patriotic Theme Prizes and recognitions may also be awarded at the Sons of American Revolution Chapter and State levels. Note: Applications are accepted during a calendar year for Scholarships to be awarded in the Spring of the following year. Your State Chairman can give you specific deadlines for receipt of applications at Chapter and/or State levels. The competition is conducted in three phases, local (Chapter), State (Society), and National. The competition is usually entered through the Chapter level. In some cases, the competition may be entered at the State level. You may not enter at the National level. Chester M. Vernon Memorial Eagle Scout Scholarship Program The recipient of the Chester M. Vernon Memorial Eagle Scout Scholarship will receive a $1,000 scholarship per year for four years. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Rick Arkans Eagle Scout Scholarship Program The recipient of this scholarship will receive a one-time $1,000 scholarship. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. 8

9 National Jewish Committee on Scouting National Jewish Committee on Scouting Eagle Scout Scholarship Programs DEADLINE FOR FILING - FEBRUARY 28, 2010 The National Jewish Committee on Scouting will award scholarships to Eagle Scouts who best meet the qualifications outlined below and on the nomination application. Eligibility Requirements Eligible applicants must: Be a registered, active member of a Boy Scout troop, Varsity Scout team, or Venturing crew. Have received the Eagle Scout Award. Be an active member of a synagogue and must have received the Ner Tamid or Etz Chaim religious emblem. Have demonstrated practical citizenship in his synagogue, school, Scouting unit, and community. Be enrolled in an accredited high school and in his final year at the time of selection. Exception - Scouts whose Eagle Scout boards of review are held the same year of their high school graduation may apply in that calendar year. They may receive a scholarship one time only. Frank L. Weil Memorial Eagle Scout Scholarship The Frank L. Weil Scholarship is administrated by the National Jewish Committee on Scouting in memory of Frank L. Weil, its former chairman and president of the Jewish Welfare Board. Each year the committee awards three one-time scholarships (one first-place prize of $1,000, and two second-place prizes of $500) to Boy Scouts and Explorers who are Eagle Scouts and have also earned the Ner Tamid emblem. Applications are due by January 1 of each year and are available from the National Jewish Committee on Scouting, S226, Boy Scouts of America, 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane, P.O. Box , Irving, TX

10 Eastern Orthodox Committee on Scouting Scholarships that are available through the information for Eastern Orthodox Scouts, including Eagle Scout scholarships. The Eastern Orthodox Committee on Scouting offers two scholarships. The recipient for first place will receive $1,000 and the runner up will receive $500 upon acceptance to a four year accredited college or university. The candidates are evaluated on their involvement in their church, school, community, scholastic achievements, and Scouting. Eligibility requirements * Be a registered active member of a Boy or Girl Scout unit. * Have earned the Eagle Scout Award for boys or the Gold Award for girls. * Be an active member of an Eastern Orthodox Church and must have received the Alpha Omega Religious Scout Award. * Have demonstrated practical citizenship in their church, school, Scouting unit, and community. * Be enrolled in an accredited high school, and in their final year. * Submit four letters of recommendation with the application: one letter from leaders of each of the following groups: religious institution, school, community leader, and head of Scouting unit. The Eastern Orthodox Committee on Scouting Scholarship Committee will award the three national scholarships to the recipients who best meet the qualifications and not on a need basis. Applications can be obtained from E.O.C.S. Chairman, George N. Boulukos, 862 Guy Lombardo Avenue, Freeport, New York and they must be submitted by May 1st of each year. The national winners will be announced in June of each year. To receive an scholarship application or to donate to the fund send mail to: EOCS Scholarship Chairman 862 Guy Lombardo Avenue Freeport, New York

11 Emmett J. Doerr Memorial Distinguished Scout Scholarship The National Catholic Committee on Scouting offers the Emmett J. Doerr Memorial Distinguished Scout Scholarship. Each year, the National Catholic Committee on Scouting awards scholarships to three outstanding Catholic high-school seniors who are currently registered and active in Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, or Venturing. Applicant must have earned the Eagle Scout Award or the Silver Award; have earned the Ad Altare Dei or Pope Pius XII religious emblem; have held a Scouting leadership position; and have served in his home parish. The awards are $1,000 to $2,500. The application deadline is March 1. For more information go to or contact Nancy Watts, National Catholic Committee on Scouting, 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane, P.O. Box , Irving, TX , , nccs@netbsa.org. Frank D. Visceglia Memorial Scholarship The Frank D. Visceglia Memorial Scholarship Fund supports educational opportunities for students who will have a direct impact on our ability to meet the needs of the next century in achieving the delicate balance between the economy and the environment. The scholarship is underwritten by the National Association of Industrial and Office Parks and Association for Commercial Real Estate. The applicant must be an Eagle Scout. Preference will be given to those Eagle Scouts whose Eagle service projects are related to the environment and/or the economy. (A description of that project will be among the deciding factors in awarding the scholarship.) The scholarship amount is $1,000. The recipient must have been accepted to, have applied for, or plan to attend an accredited four-year college. Deadline for applications is September 30. Mail applications to Frank D. Visceglia Memorial Scholarship Program, Dennis Kohl, Scout Executive, 12 Mount Pleasant Turnpike, Denville, NJ

12 Mable and Lawrence S. Cooke Scholarship (Four Year College, University/Scholarship) Purpose: This scholarship, the largest awarded by NESA, was established by Lawrence S. Cooke in memory of his late wife, Mabel Cooke. One scholarship of up to $48,000 (up to $12,000 per year for four years) and four $20,000 scholarships ($5,000 a year for four years) are given annually. The Eagle Scout offered the scholarship must agree to specific conditions before acceptance. Grants are announced during the first week of each June. Applications are available at all BSA local council service centers. Supporting information must be limited to eight pages or fewer. The deadline for submission is February 28. Please visit Web site for information and application. ( Qualif.: Applicant must be: male, fulltime student. High school students not considered. Funds Avail.: Maximum no. of awards: 5. Minimum award amount: $5000. Maximum award amount: $ No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 5 scholarship(s), totalling $32,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; test scores; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s). Deadline: 2/28. Contact: Ann Dimond, Manager. National Eagle Scout Hall/McElwain Merit Scholarship (Four Year College, University/Scholarship) Purpose: The Hall/McElwain merit scholarships for Eagle Scouts provides 80 scholarships (20 are awarded in each region). Each scholarship is for $1,000 for tuition, books, and/or room and board expenses. These scholarships are restricted to Eagle Scouts who are graduating high school seniors. Selection is based on financial need, scholastic accomplishments, involvement in Scouting, and school and community activities. Grants are on a one-time basis and are not renewable. Must be an Eagle Scout. Only graduating high school seniors through college juniors may apply. Application is available at the Web site. ( Qualif.: Applicant must be: male, fulltime student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 60. Minimum award amount: $1000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 80 scholarship(s), totalling 12

13 $120,000. To Apply: Required: application form; reference(s). Deadline: 2/28. Contact: Ann Dimond, Manager. National Eagle Scout Scholarship (Four Year College, University/Scholarship) Purpose: Award for graduating high school males for use in undergraduate degree study. Must have SAT scores of at least 1090 and/or ACT scores of at least 26. Must be an Eagle Scout. Application is available at the Web site. ( Qualif.: Applicant must be: male, fulltime student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Funds Avail.: Minimum award amount: $3000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 12 scholarship(s), totalling $36,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; test scores; financial need analysis; reference(s). Deadline: 2/28. Contact: Ann Dimond, Manager. Order of the Arrow Scholarships Maury Clancy O.A. Campership Funds The purpose of the Maury Clancy Campership Fund is to give Boy Scouts of American Indian heritage the opportunity to attend an approved council long-term camp program. The Maury Clancy Campership Fund was first created in Since its inception, the program has assisted several thousand Scouts in attending a council long-term camp. Order of the Arrow lodges and sections may contribute "at will" to the fund thereby increasing the fund and allowing for more camperships to be awarded. Donations may be forwarded through the section, or mailed to the national director, Order of the Arrow. Campership funds will be provided for up to 50% of the cost of one (1) week at an official Boy Scouts of America long-term camp. Maximum (50%) reimbursement is not mandatory. To be eligible, a youth must be recognized as being of American Indian Heritage and in need of financial assistance. Requests are submitted by local Boy Scout councils after the Scout attends an official BSA long-term camp. Council troops, coming to Will Rogers Scout Reservation, need to apply for these funds through their home lodge & council. Applications will be available at your Camp or through our Lodge Chief, Lodge Advisor, or Camp Director. 13

14 AFL-CIO Wood Badge Scholarship Program A survey conducted by the Boy Scouts of America revealed that one of every four unit leaders is a union member. This means that hundreds of thousands of union members are actively serving the youth of their community in such leadership roles as Cubmasters, den leaders, Scoutmasters, Varsity Scout Coaches, Venturing Advisors, and committee members. Recognizing this, it is proper that the AFL-CIO offer a Wood Badge scholarship to assist selected union members in acquiring skills that will better equip them to serve the youth of their communities. College Scholarship - Funded By Trail's End Popcorn Scouts who sell at least $2,500 (either online, face-to-face or both) within the 2010 calendar year will receive 6% of their total sales invested in their own college scholarship account. That's $0.06 of every dollar you sell, and you only have to hit the $2,500 minimum one time. Once you are enrolled, 6% of your sales each year will be added to your account. Online sales count! Please complete our scholarship form and submit it to Trail's End. You must submit the completed form not only to enroll for the first time, but also to report your subsequent yearly sales. If you are headed to college, please complete our scholarship payout form and submit it to Trail's End. The funds we send to your college or university can be used for tuition, books, housing and/or other fees. 14

15 Exploring Scholarships For information on all Exploring Scholarships, including applications, visit: Learning for Life DEA Drug Abuse Prevention Service Award. Captain James J. Regan Memorial Scholarship In 1974, Captain James J. Regan, Pennsylvania State Police, organized a group of law enforcement professionals whose specialty is technical support of investigations. The organization is composed of United States and Canadian law enforcement and intelligence officers from various local, state, provincial, federal, and military agencies. In 1990, the National Technical Investigators Association approved establishing a scholarship in the name of the late founder in keeping with his philosophy of excellence through education. This merit-based award is a $500 one-time scholarship. At least two scholarships will be awarded annually. The recognition will be presented at the national law enforcement Explorer conference or at a local ceremony. Any law enforcement Explorer who is in the twelfth grade or in an accredited college program may apply. Candidates will be evaluated based on their academic record, leadership ability, extracurricular activities, and a personal statement on "What significance I place on a technical background in law enforcement." The application must be received no later than March 31. Submit four copies and the original of both the application form and all support materials to Exploring Division, S210, Boy Scouts of America, 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane, P.O. Box , Irving, TX Law Enforcement Assistance Award This award is available to Explorers who assist law enforcement agencies with meaningful and exceptional service. Candidates must have performed "an act which assisted in the prevention or solution of a serious crime or an act which assisted in leading to the apprehension of a felony suspect wanted by a law enforcement agency." 15

16 The award consists of an engraved plaque, a $1,000 scholarship presented by the Retired Agents Society of Secret Service, payable to an accredited college or university for tuition only. Four copies and the original of both the application form and all support materials must be submitted by March 31 to Exploring Division, S210, Boy Scouts of America, 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane, P.O. Box , Irving, TX Sheryl A. Horak Law Enforcement Explorer Memorial Scholarship The Sheryl A. Horak Law Enforcement Explorer Memorial endowment was instituted to provide scholarship opportunities to law enforcement Explorers who demonstrate superior potential as career law enforcement executives. Any law enforcement Explorer who is at least in the twelfth grade may apply. Candidates will be evaluated according to their academic record, leadership ability, extracurricular activities, and their personal statement on "Why I want to pursue a career in law enforcement." This merit-based award involves a $1,000, one-time scholarship. Many scholarships will be granted according to the yield of the endowment. It also includes a plaque and pin. The recognition will be presented at the national law enforcement Explorer conference or at a local ceremony. Four copies and the original of both the application form and all support materials must be received no later than March 31. Send applications to Exploring Division, S210, Boy Scouts of America, 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane, P.O. Box , Irving, TX The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms Special Agents' Scholarship The bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms Special Agents' Scholarships are presented every other year to law enforcement Explorers whose achievements reflect the high degree of motivation, commitment, and community concern that epitomize the law enforcement profession. The ATF scholarships are awarded in the amount of $1,000 payable to an accredited college or university for tuition only. The funds for the scholarships come from contributions from ATF agents, therefore the number of recipients for this scholarship may vary. Applications are available from the BSA national office and local council service centers, as well as district and field offices of the ATF. Submit the completed application to the BSA local council by March 15 for certification. The application, along with the required attachments, must be completed and submitted by April 1 to Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms, Attention: Liaison Program Manager, 650 Massachusetts Avenue, Room 7150, Washington, DC

17 United States Customs Service Law Enforcement Explorer Scholarships United States Customs Service Law Enforcement Explorer scholarships will be presented annually to law enforcement Explorers whose achievements reflect the high degree of motivation, commitment, and community concern that epitomize the law enforcement profession. Scholarships are awarded in the amount of $1,000, payable to an accredited college or university for tuition only. The candidate must be a registered Explorer, active in a law enforcement post, and be at least a high school senior by March 1 of the year for which he or she is being considered. Complete the application and submit it to the local council for certification by March 15. Applications, along with the required attachments, must be completed and submitted by March 31 to U.S. Customs Service, Attention: Law Enforcement Liaison Office, 1301 Constitution Avenue, Room 3422, Washington, DC Sea Scouts Scholarships PADI Dive to Adventure Scholarship Program - Scholarships from PADI are available for Sea Scouts and Venturers to take Scuba diving training. NOAA Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship Program - The NOAA Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship Program provides approximately 100 college undergraduates up to $29,050 each for their academic studies related to NOAA science, research, technology, policy, management, and education activities. The program also offers a multi-disciplinary summer internship providing students the opportunity to work with NOAA scientists. Applications will be accepted through February 8th. 17

18 Advanced enlistment in the Coast Guard - Sea Scouts who have achieved the Sea Scout Able rank can enlist in the Coast Guard as Seaman Apprentices (E-2), and Sea Scout Quartermasters can enlist as Coast Guard Seamen (E-3). VFW "Scout of the Year" Scholarship - This scholarship competition has been available to Eagle Scouts only for many years. The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) are now making these scholarships available to Quartermasters and Venturing Silver Award recipients. Sea Kayaking Adventure - Sea Scouts are invited to participate in the Sea Kayaking Adventure at Camp Blue Heron near Savannah, Georgia. Details are available at the Coastal Empire Council website. Boat U.S. Grassroots Grants - Sea Scouts are invited to apply for Boat U.S. Foundation Grassroots grants. Grants are available in amounts up to $5,000 for special educational programs, events, or campaigns to promote boating safety. Details are available at the Boat U.S. Foundation website. 18

19 Albright College, Reading, Pennsylvania INDIVIDUAL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES OFFERING SCHOLARSHIPS TO SCOUTS An unlimited number of $500 scholarships are available, renewable annually for up to four years, to any student regardless of Scouting rank. These scholarships are available from college funds and are awarded based on need. Applicants must submit all usually required financial aid documents to Albright College, P.O. Box 15234, Reading, PA American Humanics, Inc., Kansas City, Missouri Student loan funds are available from American Humanics, Inc., for men and women who are employed or are seeking a career as a professional with a youth or human service agency. The funds are available only as loans to be repaid at a low rate of interest following graduation. The American Humanics program is available at the following institutions: Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz. California State University, Los Angeles, Calif. Clemson University, Clemson, S.C. College of the Ozarks, Point Lookout, Mo. Haskell Indian Nations University, Lawrence, Kans. High Point University, High Point, N.C. Lindenwood College, St. Louis, Mo. Louisiana State University, Shreveport, La. Missouri Valley College, Marshall, Mo. Montclair State University, Upper Montclair, N.J. Murray State University, Murray, Ky. 19

20 Pepperdine University, Malibu, Calif. Rockhurst College, Kansas City, Mo. Salem/Teikyo University, Salem, W.Va. Springfield College, Springfield, Mass. University of Houston, Houston, Tex. University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa University of San Diego, San Diego, Calif. Graduate programs are offered at Murray State University and the University of Northern Iowa. Write to American Humanics, Inc., 4601 Madison Avenue, Suite B, Kansas City, MO In addition, American Humanics offers the Dwight Thompson Scholarships, available to students attending the programs at Salem/Teikyo University, Salem, W.Va.; High Point University, High Point, N.C.; and Rockhurst College, Kansas City, Mo. A Dwight Thompson Scholarship is also provided annually for a Scouter from the Dan Beard Council (Cincinnati, Ohio) and may be used at any American Humanics program location. Birmingham-Southern College, Birmingham, Alabama Funds are provided by Birmingham-Southern College for one $10,000 scholarship- -$2,500 per year for four years--to an Eagle Scout the college judges as most deserving from those who participate in its Eagle Scout scholarship competition. The award is made on the basis of academic record, test scores, and recommendations. For information and an application, contact Office of Admissions, Birmingham-Southern College, 900 Arkadelphia Road, Birmingham, AL

21 Columbia College, Columbia, Missouri Columbia College will offer a $500 scholarship to any Eagle Scout or Explorer post member who is admitted to the college for an academic program. Columbia offers strong career programs in law enforcement and criminal justice, and business administration courses in shopping center management and travel management. They are very attractive programs for Explorer posts. For information, write Columbia College, 1001 and Rogers, Columbia, MO Dowling College, Oakdale, Long Island, New York The Nathaniel M. Giffen Memorial Endowed Scholarship is a $2,000, four-year scholarship awarded annually to two freshmen (men or women) who have demonstrated a strong background in Scouting, who have shown fine academic achievement on the secondary school level, who enroll full-time to pursue a baccalaureate degree at Dowling, and who demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is named in honor of Scouter Nat Giffen, a noted banker, community leader, and Dowling College trustee. For more information, contact Dowling College, Director of Financial Aid, Oakdale, N.Y , Drury College, Springfield, Missouri Drury College will offer a $500 Leadership Scholarship to any Eagle Scout who is admitted to the college as a degree-seeking student. The Leadership Scholarship is renewable each year provided a 2.5 grade-point average is maintained. In addition to being an Eagle Scout, you must submit a resume listing leadership activities in high school to the office of admissions by March 15, and be admitted to the college. For further information, contact the Office of Admissions, Drury College, 900 North Benton Avenue, Springfield, MO

22 Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, Arizona The Presidential Leadership Eagle Award is $300 awarded yearly to Boy Scouts who have achieved the Eagle Scout rank. Proof of achievement is required. This scholarship is renewable each year the student maintains at least a 3.0 gradepoint average and is enrolled full-time (12 credit hours minimum). The award is applied to tuition only. For details, write to Scholarship Coordinator, Financial Aid Office, Grand Canyon University, 3300 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ, Johnson & Wales University, Providence, Rhode Island A $1,200 award is given to selected freshmen who have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. For further information, contact National Student Organizations Office, Johnson & Wales University, 8 Abbot Park Place, Providence, RI Missouri Valley College, Marshall, Missouri Eagle Scouts, Explorers, and Brotherhood members of the Order of the Arrow who meet admissions requirements are eligible for awards of $18,000. These awards are made in annual increments of a $5,000 scholarship and a $1,500 work-andlearn stipend over four years of study at Missouri Valley College. Missouri Valley College is a coeducational, liberal-arts college that promotes leadership in its students through the work-and-learn program and campus involvement. The college offers bachelor degrees in twenty-seven areas, including Human Service Agency Management. This program is designed for students seeking careers in Scouting and other youth or volunteer agencies. Further information on programs, admission procedures, and financial aid is available from the Director of Admissions, Missouri Valley College, 500 East College Street, Marshall, MO 65340,

23 New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, New Mexico The Eagle Scout John S. Bell Scholarship is open to all cadets who are active in Scouting and plan to remain so, and are Eagle Scouts. Renewal of the scholarship is contingent on the recipient maintaining a satisfactory academic record and continuing active participation in Scouting. New Mexico Military Institute offers a unique two-year commissioning program with more than $4,000 in U.S. Army ROTC monies over the two years at the institute. For information regarding these opportunities, write to Director of Admissions, New Mexico Military Institute, 101 W. College Boulevard, Roswell, NM Paul Smith's College of Arts and Sciences, Paul Smiths, New York Paul Smith's College will offer a $500 scholarship to a maximum of three selected first-year students per year. The recipients must have received a national William T. Hornaday Award for distinguished service in conservation, and be admitted to attend Paul Smith's College. For further information contact Financial Aid Office, Paul Smith's College, Routes 86 and 30, Paul Smiths, NY Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, Pennsylvania Saint Vincent College offers automatic scholarships for Scouts. Eagle Scouts are eligible for an automatic scholarship from Saint Vincent College in a unique recognition program. Any Eagle Scout who applies for admission to Saint Vincent will be offered a $1,000 Leadership Scholarship to attend SVC. The award is $250 per year for four years of undergraduate study at the coeducational liberal-arts and science college. As a liberal-arts college, Saint Vincent recognizes the value and importance of leadership qualities in young adults. This special scholarship is designed to recognize and reward a Scout for his demonstrated leadership and achievement. Applicants who are involved in other extracurricular activities that demonstrate leadership in school, community, or church groups will be considered for larger scholarships of up to $2,500 per year. Students who wish to apply for this scholarship opportunity should obtain an application form from SVC and submit it with an accompanying list of activities and three letters of recommendation from Scoutmaster, guidance counselor, Clergyman, or other officials. 23

24 Further information and application materials are available from the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, PA Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts An annual award is given from the Mortimer L. Schiff Scholarship Endowment Fund to an outstanding Scout, with the highest ideals of Scouting, who wishes to train for professional leadership in boys' work only at Springfield College. One scholarship of $600 is available on a year-to-year basis. It is renewable. Students holding scholarships are given preference over new applicants. There is no special application for this scholarship; however, students are expected to complete the regular Springfield College financial aid application process. Apply to Director of Financial Aid, Springfield College, Springfield, MA Stanford University, Stanford, California Dofflemyer Honors Scholarships are awarded to Eagle Scouts who are seeking a baccalaureate degree from Stanford University. The scholarships are based on financial need alone. Students applying must complete the three forms required of all Stanford undergraduates seeking financial aid: Free application for Federal Student Aid, the Financial Aid Form, which is processed by the College Scholarship Service, and Stanford's supplemental form. Proof of Eagle Scout rank should be sent with Stanford's supplemental form to the Financial Aids Office, 214 Old Union, Stanford University, Stanford, CA The deadline for filing is March 31 each year for returning students. University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky Each year the University of Louisville provides 10 full tuition scholarships to Eagle Scouts. These scholarships can be renewed each year by maintaining a 3.0 average. Eligibility requirements are as follows: Kentucky resident, attain Eagle Scout rank in the Lincoln Heritage Council, have an American College Testing (ACT) composite score of 21 or higher, have a high school grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information, contact the University of Louisville, Office of Student Financial Aid, at Request a trustee's scholarship application. Application deadline is January 31 each year. 24

25 Western Maryland College, Westminster, Maryland Western Maryland College, a small private liberal arts college located in central Maryland, is offering guaranteed tuition scholarships of $2,000 each to Eagle Scouts who enroll. To qualify, students must apply for admission, be accepted, and submit a copy of their Eagle Scout certificate and a letter of recommendation from their Scoutmaster. For further information contact Director of Financial Aid, Western Maryland College, Westminster, MD Zenon C. R. Hansen Leadership Scholarship Doane College, Crete, Nebraska The Zenon C. R. Hansen Leadership Scholarship for $7,000 is presented annually by the Zenon C. R. Hansen Foundation to a full-time student who is an Eagle Scout, active in the Boy Scouts of America, and who plans to remain active in Scouting and leadership activities. Renewal of the scholarship is contingent upon maintenance of a specified minimum grade point average and active involvement in the Doane Talent and Leadership Curriculum. Interested students must reapply each year. Application deadline is March 10, but students should complete federal financial aid forms prior to March 1. The college admissions application, scholarship application, and any additional information concerning the scholarship can be obtained from the Doane College Admissions Office, 1014 Boswell, Crete, NE , or call Several Colleges or Universities offer their own Eagle Scout Scholarship. This information was gathered from a variety of sources and is not guaranteed. These offerings are constantly changing so this information may be out of date. For more information, contact the financial aid offices of the following universities or schools: Columbia College, Columbia, MO. Columbia College will offer a $500 scholarship to any Eagle Scout or Explorer post member who is admitted to the college for an academic program. Columbia offers strong career programs in law enforcement and criminal justice, and business administration courses in shopping center management and travel management. They are very attractive programs for Explorer posts. For 25

26 information, write Columbia College, 1001 and Rogers, Columbia, MO Doane College, Crete, Nebraska. The Zenon C. R. Hansen Leadership Scholarship for $7,000 is presented annually by the Zenon C. R. Hansen Foundation to a full-time student who is an Eagle Scout, active in the Boy Scouts of America, and who plans to remain active in Scouting and leadership activities. Renewal of the scholarship is contingent upon maintenance of a specified minimum grade point average and active involvement in the Doane Talent and Leadership Curriculum. Interested students must reapply each year. Application deadline is March 10, but students should complete federal financial aid forms prior to March 1. The college admissions application, scholarship application, and any additional information concerning the scholarship can be obtained from the Doane College Admissions Office, 1014 Boswell, Crete, NE , or call Dowling College, Oakdale, Long Island, New York. The Nathaniel M. Giffen Memorial Endowed Scholarship is a $2,000, four-year scholarship awarded annually to two freshmen (men or women) who have demonstrated a strong background in Scouting, who have shown fine academic achievement on the secondary school level, who enroll full-time to pursue a baccalaureate degree at Dowling, and who demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is named in honor of Scouter Nat Giffen, a noted banker, community leader, and Dowling College trustee. For more information, contact Dowling College, Director of Financial Aid, Oakdale, N.Y , Drury College, Springfield, MO. Drury College will offer a $500 Leadership Scholarship to any Eagle Scout who is admitted to the college as a degree-seeking student. The Leadership Scholarship is renewable each year provided a 2.5 grade-point average is maintained. In addition to being an Eagle Scout, you must submit a resume listing leadership activities in high school to the office of admissions by March 15, and be admitted to the college. For further information, contact the Office of Admissions, Drury College, 900 North Benton Avenue, Springfield, MO Grand Canyon College, Phoenix, AZ. The Presidential Leadership Eagle Award is $300 awarded yearly to Boy Scouts who have achieved the Eagle Scout rank. Proof of achievement is required. This scholarship is renewable each year the student maintains at least a 3.0 grade-point average and is enrolled full-time (12 credit hours minimum). The award is applied to tuition only. For details, write to Scholarship Coordinator, Financial Aid Office, Grand Canyon University, 3300 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ,

27 Johnson and Wales University, Providence, RI. A $1,200 award is given to selected freshmen who have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. For further information, contact National Student Organizations Office, Johnson & Wales University, 8 Abbot Park Place, Providence, RI Missouri Valley College, Marshall, MO. Eagle Scouts, Explorers, and Brotherhood members of the Order of the Arrow who meet admissions requirements are eligible for awards of $18,000. These awards are made in annual increments of a $5,000 scholarship and a $1,500 work-and-learn stipend over four years of study at Missouri Valley College. Missouri Valley College is a coeducational, liberal-arts college that promotes leadership in its students through the work-and-learn program and campus involvement. The college offers bachelor degrees in twenty-seven areas, including Human Service Agency Management. This program is designed for students seeking careers in Scouting and other youth or volunteer agencies. Further information on programs, admission procedures, and financial aid is available from the Director of Admissions, Missouri Valley College, 500 East College Street, Marshall, MO 65340, New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, NM. The Eagle Scout John S. Bell Scholarship is open to all cadets who are active in Scouting and plan to remain so, and are Eagle Scouts. Renewal of the scholarship is contingent on the recipient maintaining a satisfactory academic record and continuing active participation in Scouting. New Mexico Military Institute offers a unique two-year commissioning program with more than $4,000 in U.S. Army ROTC monies over the two years at the institute. For information regarding these opportunities, write to Director of Admissions, New Mexico Military Institute, 101 W. College Boulevard, Roswell, NM Paul Smith's College of Arts and Sciences, Paul Smiths, New York. Paul Smith's College will offer a $500 scholarship to a maximum of three selected first-year students per year. The recipients must have received a national William T. Hornaday Award for distinguished service in conservation, and be admitted to attend Paul Smith's College. For further information contact Financial Aid Office, Paul Smith's College, Routes 86 and 30, Paul Smiths, NY Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Terre Haute, Indiana. The Forrest G. Sherer Honorary Scout Scholarship is awarded to a high school senior active in Scouting in the Wabash Valley Council. The award of at least $1,000 is made prior to June 1. The applicant must be approved for 27

28 admission to the Rose-Hulman Institute prior to March 15. Application and information can be secured from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, 5500 Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, IN Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, PA 4u.com/st vincent_college_eagle_scout_award.htm. Saint Vincent College offers automatic scholarships for Scouts. Eagle Scouts are eligible for an automatic scholarship from Saint Vincent College in a unique recognition program. Any Eagle Scout who applies for admission to Saint Vincent will be offered a $1,000 Leadership Scholarship to attend SVC. The award is $250 per year for four years of undergraduate study at the coeducational liberalarts and science college. As a liberal-arts college, Saint Vincent recognizes the value and importance of leadership qualities in young adults. This special scholarship is designed to recognize and reward a Scout for his demonstrated leadership and achievement. Applicants who are involved in other extracurricular activities that demonstrate leadership in school, community, or church groups will be considered for larger scholarships of up to $2,500 per year. Students who wish to apply for this scholarship opportunity should obtain an application form from SVC and submit it with an accompanying list of activities and three letters of recommendation from Scoutmaster, guidance counselor, Clergyman, or other officials. Further information and application materials are available from the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, PA Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts. An annual award is given from the Mortimer L. Schiff Scholarship Endowment Fund to an outstanding Scout, with the highest ideals of Scouting, who wishes to train for professional leadership in boys' work only at Springfield College. One scholarship of $600 is available on a year-to-year basis. It is renewable. Students holding scholarships are given preference over new applicants. There is no special application for this scholarship; however, students are expected to complete the regular Springfield College financial aid application process. Apply to Director of Financial Aid, Springfield College, Springfield, MA Stanford University, Stanford, CA. Dofflemyer Honors Scholarships are awarded to Eagle Scouts who are seeking a baccalaureate degree from Stanford University. The scholarships are based on financial need alone. Students applying must complete the three forms required of all Stanford undergraduates seeking financial aid: Free application for Federal Student Aid, the Financial Aid Form, which is processed by the College Scholarship Service, and Stanford's supplemental form. Proof of Eagle Scout rank should be sent with Stanford's supplemental form to the Financial Aids Office, 214 Old Union, Stanford University, Stanford, CA The deadline for filing is March 31 each year for returning students. 28

29 Syracuse University has a United Radio Service Endowed Undergraduate Scholarship Fund on Engineering, which is awarded to Girl Scouts Gold Award recipients or Eagle Scouts. Texas A & M University - ROTC cadets, $2,000 ($500 per semester for four semesters). University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky. Each year the University of Louisville provides 10 full tuition scholarships to Eagle Scouts. These scholarships can be renewed each year by maintaining a 3.0 average. Eligibility requirements are as follows: Kentucky resident, attain Eagle Scout rank in the Lincoln Heritage Council, have an American College Testing (ACT) composite score of 21 or higher, have a high school grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information, contact the University of Louisville, Office of Student Financial Aid, at Request a trustee's scholarship application. Application deadline is January 31 each year. Wesleyan University, CT McDaniel College, Westminster, MD. McDaniel College, a small private liberal arts college located in central Maryland, is offering guaranteed tuition scholarships of $2,000 each to Eagle Scouts who enroll. To qualify, students must apply for admission, be accepted, and submit a copy of their Eagle Scout certificate and a letter of recommendation from their Scoutmaster. Whittier College, CA. Robert L. Gifford Eagle Scout Endowment Penn State University (Eagle Scouts and Gold Scouts )

30 Scholarships for Scouts If you re a high school student in America, you ve no doubt heard of the scouts. Both the Boy Scouts and Girls Scouts of America are renowned institutions for young people, and while their popularity has waxed and waned with the times, there scouting community is thriving. With the founding principles or building character and responsible citizenship, the Boy Scouts of America and the National Eagle Scout Association offer a relatively large number of scholarships to scouts who achieve the highest level scout badge (Eagle). Most scouts will have to remain active through the application process in order to qualify, but there are also a small number of scholarships available to alumni. Similarly, the Girl Scouts of America have a number of scholarship opportunities for girl scouts. Girl Scouts of America works with corporations, community organizations and even colleges and universities themselves to help girl scouts obtain financial aid. Women s colleges like Douglass College (Rutgers University) and Lesley College (Lesley University) offer awards to girls scouts that are renewable for up to four years, and do not require that the student declares any specific major. It is important to note that most of the scholarships available to girl scouts are reserved for recipients of the Girl Scout Gold Award, which is the highest honor that a girl scout can receive, and recognizes outstanding leadership and service in the name of the Girl Scouts. Organizations that are not officially associated with scouting also offer scholarships to outstanding scouts. The American Legion, Elks Foundation and other private and non-profit entities reward top students with scholarships for boy and girl scouts. Many of these are provided regionally, and you can ask your current troop for more information about local scouting scholarships for college. 30

31 GENERAL INFORMATION There is a lot of information available on financial help today. Many libraries have publications, and school counselors may have knowledge of many scholarships and funds. Some sources of helpful information follow: A Guide for Parents and Students. This brochure outlines steps parents and students should be taking in planning financially for education beyond high school. It lists additional sources for information. One free copy is available from The American Legion, Attn: Americanism and Children and Youth Division, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN Need a Lift? A comprehensive resource, it features an annually updated listing of educational opportunities, careers, loans, and scholarships. Write the American Legion, National Emblem Sales, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN The th edition costs $3.00 each, prepaid. Citizens' Scholarship Foundation of America, Inc. Citizens' Scholarship Foundation of America, Inc., is a national nonprofit organization that provides tax-exempt status, resources, and material to help communities organize local scholarship foundations called Dollars for Scholars. No scholarships are available directly from CSFA. For more information, write to CSFA Dollars for Scholars, P.O. Box 297, St. Peter, MN Basic Grants Program from the U.S. Department of Education provides grants to first-time, full-time students who plan to attend college, a vocational technical school, or hospital school of nursing. Ask your school guidance counselor for information. Albright College, Reading, Pennsylvania COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES An unlimited number of $500 scholarships are available, renewable annually for up to four years, to any student regardless of Scouting rank. These scholarships are available from college funds and are awarded based on need. Applicants must submit all usually required financial aid documents to Albright College, P.O. Box 15234, Reading, PA

32 American Humanics, Inc., Kansas City, Missouri Student loan funds are available from American Humanics, Inc., for men and women who are employed or are seeking a career as a professional with a youth or human service agency. The funds are available only as loans to be repaid at a low rate of interest following graduation. The American Humanics program is available at the following institutions: Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz. California State University, Los Angeles, Calif. Clemson University, Clemson, S.C. College of the Ozarks, Point Lookout, Mo. Haskell Indian Nations University, Lawrence, Kans. High Point University, High Point, N.C. Lindenwood College, St. Louis, Mo. Louisiana State University, Shreveport, La. Missouri Valley College, Marshall, Mo. Montclair State University, Upper Montclair, N.J. Murray State University, Murray, Ky. Pepperdine University, Malibu, Calif. Rockhurst College, Kansas City, Mo. Salem/Teikyo University, Salem, W.Va. Springfield College, Springfield, Mass. University of Houston, Houston, Tex. University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa University of San Diego, San Diego, Calif. Graduate programs are offered at Murray State University and the University of Northern Iowa. Write to American Humanics, Inc., 4601 Madison Avenue, Suite B, Kansas City, MO In addition, American Humanics offers the Dwight Thompson Scholarships, available to students attending the programs at Salem/Teikyo University, Salem, W.Va.; High Point University, High Point, N.C.; and Rockhurst College, Kansas City, Mo. A Dwight Thompson Scholarship is also provided annually for a Scouter from the Dan Beard Council (Cincinnati, Ohio) and may be used at any American Humanics program location. Birmingham-Southern College, Birmingham, Alabama Funds are provided by Birmingham-Southern College for one $10,000 scholarship-- $2,500 per year for four years--to an Eagle Scout the college judges as most 32

33 deserving from those who participate in its Eagle Scout scholarship competition. The award is made on the basis of academic record, test scores, and recommendations. For information and an application, contact Office of Admissions, Birmingham-Southern College, 900 Arkadelphia Road, Birmingham, AL Columbia College, Columbia, Missouri Columbia College will offer a $500 scholarship to any Eagle Scout or Explorer post member who is admitted to the college for an academic program. Columbia offers strong career programs in law enforcement and criminal justice, and business administration courses in shopping center management and travel management. They are very attractive programs for Explorer posts. For information, write Columbia College, 1001 and Rogers, Columbia, MO Dowling College, Oakdale, Long Island, New York The Nathaniel M. Giffen Memorial Endowed Scholarship is a $2,000, four-year scholarship awarded annually to two freshmen (men or women) who have demonstrated a strong background in Scouting, who have shown fine academic achievement on the secondary school level, who enroll full-time to pursue a baccalaureate degree at Dowling, and who demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is named in honor of Scouter Nat Giffen, a noted banker, community leader, and Dowling College trustee. For more information, contact Dowling College, Director of Financial Aid, Oakdale, N.Y , Drury College, Springfield, Missouri Drury College will offer a $500 Leadership Scholarship to any Eagle Scout who is admitted to the college as a degree-seeking student. The Leadership Scholarship is renewable each year provided a 2.5 grade-point average is maintained. In addition to being an Eagle Scout, you must submit a resume listing leadership activities in high school to the office of admissions by March 15, and be admitted to the college. For further information, contact the Office of Admissions, Drury College, 900 North Benton Avenue, Springfield, MO

34 Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, Arizona The Presidential Leadership Eagle Award is $300 awarded yearly to Boy Scouts who have achieved the Eagle Scout rank. Proof of achievement is required. This scholarship is renewable each year the student maintains at least a 3.0 grade-point average and is enrolled full-time (12 credit hours minimum). The award is applied to tuition only. For details, write to Scholarship Coordinator, Financial Aid Office, Grand Canyon University, 3300 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ, Johnson & Wales University, Providence, Rhode Island A $1,200 award is given to selected freshmen who have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. For further information, contact National Student Organizations Office, Johnson & Wales University, 8 Abbot Park Place, Providence, RI Missouri Valley College, Marshall, Missouri Eagle Scouts, Explorers, and Brotherhood members of the Order of the Arrow who meet admissions requirements are eligible for awards of $18,000. These awards are made in annual increments of a $5,000 scholarship and a $1,500 work-and-learn stipend over four years of study at Missouri Valley College. Missouri Valley College is a coeducational, liberal-arts college that promotes leadership in its students through the work-and-learn program and campus involvement. The college offers bachelor degrees in twenty-seven areas, including Human Service Agency Management. This program is designed for students seeking careers in Scouting and other youth or volunteer agencies. Further information on programs, admission procedures, and financial aid is available from the Director of Admissions, Missouri Valley College, 500 East College Street, Marshall, MO 65340, New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, New Mexico 34

35 The Eagle Scout John S. Bell Scholarship is open to all cadets who are active in Scouting and plan to remain so, and are Eagle Scouts. Renewal of the scholarship is contingent on the recipient maintaining a satisfactory academic record and continuing active participation in Scouting. New Mexico Military Institute offers a unique two-year commissioning program with more than $4,000 in U.S. Army ROTC monies over the two years at the institute. For information regarding these opportunities, write to Director of Admissions, New Mexico Military Institute, 101 W. College Boulevard, Roswell, NM Paul Smith's College of Arts and Sciences, Paul Smiths, New York Paul Smith's College will offer a $500 scholarship to a maximum of three selected first-year students per year. The recipients must have received a national William T. Hornaday Award for distinguished service in conservation, and be admitted to attend Paul Smith's College. For further information contact Financial Aid Office, Paul Smith's College, Routes 86 and 30, Paul Smiths, NY Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Terre Haute, Indiana The Forrest G. Sherer Honorary Scout Scholarship is awarded to a high school senior active in Scouting in the Wabash Valley Council. The award of at least $1,000 is made prior to June 1. The applicant must be approved for admission to the Rose-Hulman Institute prior to March 15. Application and information can be secured from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, 5500 Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, IN Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, Pennsylvania Saint Vincent College offers automatic scholarships for Scouts. Eagle Scouts are eligible for an automatic scholarship from Saint Vincent College in a unique recognition program. Any Eagle Scout who applies for admission to Saint Vincent will be offered a $1,000 Leadership Scholarship to attend SVC. The award is $250 per year for four years of undergraduate study at the coeducational liberal-arts and science college. 35

36 As a liberal-arts college, Saint Vincent recognizes the value and importance of leadership qualities in young adults. This special scholarship is designed to recognize and reward a Scout for his demonstrated leadership and achievement. Applicants who are involved in other extracurricular activities that demonstrate leadership in school, community, or church groups will be considered for larger scholarships of up to $2,500 per year. Students who wish to apply for this scholarship opportunity should obtain an application form from SVC and submit it with an accompanying list of activities and three letters of recommendation from Scoutmaster, guidance counselor, Clergyman, or other officials. Further information and application materials are available from the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, PA Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts An annual award is given from the Mortimer L. Schiff Scholarship Endowment Fund to an outstanding Scout, with the highest ideals of Scouting, who wishes to train for professional leadership in boys' work only at Springfield College. One scholarship of $600 is available on a year-to-year basis. It is renewable. Students holding scholarships are given preference over new applicants. There is no special application for this scholarship; however, students are expected to complete the regular Springfield College financial aid application process. Apply to Director of Financial Aid, Springfield College, Springfield, MA Stanford University, Stanford, California Dofflemyer Honors Scholarships are awarded to Eagle Scouts who are seeking a baccalaureate degree from Stanford University. The scholarships are based on financial need alone. Students applying must complete the three forms required of all Stanford undergraduates seeking financial aid: Free application for Federal Student Aid, the Financial Aid Form, which is processed by the College Scholarship Service, and Stanford's supplemental form. Proof of Eagle Scout rank should be sent with Stanford's supplemental form to the Financial Aids Office, 214 Old Union, Stanford University, Stanford, CA The deadline for filing is March 31 each year for returning students. 36

37 Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets Scholarships for Scouts are awarded each fall semester to 20 Scouts entering the A&M Corps of Cadets. Each $2,000 scholarship pays $500 per semester for the cadet's first four semesters. Criteria used for selection are as follows: acceptance for admission to Texas A&M; intention to join the Corps of Cadets; attainment of Eagle Scout rank at the time of selection; demonstration of leadership qualities during high school; and attainment of academic excellence in high school. Applications, which may be obtained from the Office of the Commandant, Texas A&M University, must be accompanied by two letters of recommendation that are supportive of the selection criteria. The application period for scholarship consideration begins after December of the high school senior year. Membership in the Corps of Cadets is mandatory to continue receipt of these scholarships. For more information, call Lt. Col. Mark Satterwhite (Eagle Class of 1963), Office of the Recruiting Coordinator, Corps of Cadets, toll free at 800-TAMU-AGS. University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky Each year the University of Louisville provides 10 full tuition scholarships to Eagle Scouts. These scholarships can be renewed each year by maintaining a 3.0 average. Eligibility requirements are as follows: Kentucky resident, attain Eagle Scout rank in the Lincoln Heritage Council, have an American College Testing (ACT) composite score of 21 or higher, have a high school grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information, contact the University of Louisville, Office of Student Financial Aid, at Request a trustee's scholarship application. Application deadline is January 31 each year. Western Maryland College, Westminster, Maryland Western Maryland College, a small private liberal arts college located in central Maryland, is offering guaranteed tuition scholarships of $2,000 each to Eagle Scouts who enroll. To qualify, students must apply for admission, be accepted, and submit a copy of their Eagle Scout certificate and a letter of recommendation from their Scoutmaster. For further information contact Director of Financial Aid, Western Maryland College, Westminster, MD

38 Zenon C. R. Hansen Leadership Scholarship Doane College, Crete, Nebraska The Zenon C. R. Hansen Leadership Scholarship for $7,000 is presented annually by the Zenon C. R. Hansen Foundation to a full-time student who is an Eagle Scout, active in the Boy Scouts of America, and who plans to remain active in Scouting and leadership activities. Renewal of the scholarship is contingent upon maintenance of a specified minimum grade point average and active involvement in the Doane Talent and Leadership Curriculum. Interested students must reapply each year. Application deadline is March 10, but students should complete federal financial aid forms prior to March 1. The college admissions application, scholarship application, and any additional information concerning the scholarship can be obtained from the Doane College Admissions Office, 1014 Boswell, Crete, NE , or call Army ROTC Scholarships GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP - COLLEGE OF CHOICE Army ROTC offers high school juniors and seniors four-year undergraduate scholarships. The scholarships pay an annually established amount for tuition and mandatory educational fees. The scholarships also pay miscellaneous fees and a flat rate for textbooks, classroom supplies, and equipment. Scholarships are awarded based on SAT or ACT scores, grade point average, extracurricular activities, a personal interview, a physical aptitude test, and leadership potential. Students who intend to pursue engineering or physical science degrees are given additional consideration. Scholarship recipients incur no military obligation until their sophomore year. Upon graduation, all ROTC graduates are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army and must serve on active and/or reserve duty for eight years. For more information, write to ARMY ROTC Scholarships, Fort Monroe, VA, or call 800-USA-ROTC. 38

39 Brian F. Scott Memorial Scholarship Bethesda, Maryland The Brian F. Scott Memorial Scholarship provides one award annually to an Eagle Scout registered with the National Capital Area Council who is a graduating high school senior. Information is available from the National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, 9190 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD Fred A. Bryan Collegiate Students Fund, South Bend, Indiana A grant (the amount varies, but is generally $2,500 per year) for four years is awarded to a graduate of a South Bend, Ind., high school at a college of the student's choice. The scholarship comes from the income of a special fund set up by Fred Bryan. Scouts receive priority over applicants having no Scouting experience. Handled by a special committee, it is competitive. Write to Trustee of the Fred A. Bryan Collegiate Students Fund, Northwest Bank of Indiana, N.A., 112 West Jefferson Boulevard, South Bend, IN Illinois American Legion Scholarship, Bloomington, Illinois The Illinois Department of the American Legion awards a one-year scholarship of $1,000 to a qualified Scout or Explorer who is a member of a Scout troop of Illinois and a high school senior; he does not have to be a resident of Illinois. He is required to write a 500-word essay on the Legion's Americanism and Scouting program. Four runners-up will each receive a $200 grant. Applications and information are available from the Legion Scout Chairman, The American Legion, P. O. Box 2910, Bloomington, IL These applications must be submitted to the department headquarters by March 15 of each year. Robert C. Gormley Scholarship, Bethesda, Maryland The Robert C. Gormley Scholarship provides two awards annually. One award is for an Eagle Scout registered in the National Capital Area Council; the other is for a Scout or an Explorer registered in the National Capital Area Council. Eligible Scouts and Explorers must be graduating high school seniors. Information is available from the National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, 9190 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD

40 Tom Matherly Eagle Scout Scholarship Tallahassee, Florida The Tom Matherly Eagle Scout Scholarship provides a grant of $500 to an Eagle Scout registered in the Suwannee River Area Council, Boy Scouts of America. The scholarship may be applied at any two-year or four-year institution of higher education. The deadline is December 1 of the school year of high school graduation. Apply to Suwannee River Area Council, BSA, 2729 West Pensacola Street, Tallahassee, FL The Choate Rosemary Hall School, Wallingford, Connecticut PREPARATORY SCHOOLS Scholarships up to full tuition ($21,920) are available to Scouts and Explorers entering Choate Rosemary Hall, an independent secondary school enrolling more than 1,000 students in grades 9-12 and a postgraduate year. The amount of aid granted is based on the financial need of the applicant's family and on the availability of funds. The school's financial aid budget exceeds $3 million. The school is open to highly motivated students with excellent academic performance and with a recommendation by the local Scout executive. Apply to Choate Rosemary Hall Admissions, Andrew Wooden, Director, P.O. Box 788, Wallingford, CT Culver Academics, Culver, Indiana Scholarships are open to all 9th- through 12th-grade students. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and student achievement. Application materials are available upon request. Contact Financial Aid Office, Admissions Department, Box 157, Culver Educational Foundation, Culver, IN 46511, Howe Military School, Howe, Indiana A scholarship is available annually to Scouts and Explorers entering Howe in the fifth through twelfth grades. It is awarded on the basis of financial need, academic 40

41 ability, and desire to attend Howe. The amount will vary according to need and available funds. Catalogs and applications can be secured from Director of Admissions, Howe Military School, P.O. Box 240, Howe, IN New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, New Mexico The Eagle Scout John S. Bell Scholarship is open to all cadets who are active in Scouting and plan to remain so, and are Eagle Scouts. Renewal of the scholarship is contingent on the recipient maintaining a specified satisfactory academic record and continuing active participation in Scouting. New Mexico Military Institute offers a unique two-year commissioning program with over $4,000 in U.S. Army ROTC monies over the two years at the institute. For information regarding these opportunities, write to Director of Admissions, New Mexico Military Institute, 101 West College Boulevard, Roswell, NM Valley Forge Military Academy and College Valley Forge Military Academy and College offers Eagle Scout scholarship incentives. The college is a two-year transfer college which offers associate degree programs in liberal arts, business, science, criminal justice, and engineering. Its goal for student academic experience is to help you develop as an independent, intellectually critical, and academically self-confident student. Address all inquires to Admissions Office, 1001 Eagle Road, Wayne, Pennsylvania , VFMA. The Carter Scholarships are for Eagle Scouts living in one of the New England States (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut) and are also $4K ($1000 for four years) for undergraduate education. Applications are available from Administrative Secretary, Post Office Box 527, West Cheatham, MA Several Colleges or Universities offer their own Eagle Scout Scholarship. For more information, contact the financial aid offices of your chosen universities or schools. 41

42 Final Thoughts There are some other resources that I urge you to follow-up with: your employer. Most larger corporations (and some smaller companies as well) offer either grants, loans, or a combination of both to outstanding sons and daughters of their employees (or to their employees) community-based agencies like the United Way. In most larger communities, the United Way/Appeal/Community Chest offices have a listing of organizations that want to make a specific contribution to the community but chooses not to donate directly to the UW's pool. churches and religious groups. Most of our larger religious organizations have organizations or mechanisms in which small grants or large loans (or workstudy grants) are given to deserving Scouts and Venturers/Sea Scouts. the federal government. Yes, our government still offers (it's getting smaller each year, but they do provide) the Pell Grant, other state and federal grants and several loan programs. Also consider voluntary service through AmeriCorps (as long as they are still being funded), which allows you to work in a community in exchange for a tution stipend or repayment on student loans or both. There's also a program called JTPA (it used to be called CETA; that have a small pool of funding to support for instance, local Councils hiring one or two volunteers to work in rural or intercity areas of their council. You get a small (it *is* small) paycheck, supplemented by the hiring agency; most importantly, you get valuable experience which transfers over to WORK. Check with your local Council. Finally, don't forget that you and your parents can sock away funds toward a "529" college funding plan. Here's information on what a 529 plan and some additional resources. 42

43 Scholarships for Girl Scouts Colleges and universities recognize the merits of the Girl Scout experience by making scholarships and grants available to Girl Scouts and recipients of the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girls seeking scholarships should contact their high school guidance counselor or the financial-aid office at the school they wish to attend for information on any scholarships that might be available to Girl Scouts. Read a full list of scholarships for Girl Scouts on the STUDIO 2B Web site, the Girl Scout Web site for girls 11-17, for stories and more information about college scholarships. If you have additional information on the availability of scholarships for Girl Scouts, write to: 43