Scholarship Application

Application Criteria

• Achieve the rank of Eagle Scout
• Be considered a member of active standing of Troop 55 or affiliated scouting group
• Be a full time student in high school or college
• Demonstrate Scout Spirit and high moral character

Submission Deadline

Applications are due on or before March 15 each year to be eligible for the previous year’s award. Awards will be announced no later than the final Eagle Court of Honor in the spring.

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Application Requirements

Essays

1. Describe your involvement in Troop 55 and/or Scouting since achieving Eagle Scout and how you supported the leadership goals of the Troop 55 and the Boy Scouts of America.(minimum of 250 words)
2. Why was it important to you to continue your involvement with Scouting after earning Eagle Scout? How do you feel continued involvement in high school, college, and beyond positively impacts our community? (minimum of 400 words)

Letter of Recommendation

• Applicants are required to have a current or previous adult scout leader write a letter of recommendation to the board that speaks to the applicant’s involvement in and impact on Troop 55 and/or Scouting after achieving Eagle and attests to his Scout spirit and high moral character.
• Note: Adult scout leaders are not expected to write more than one recommendation. To the greatest extent possible, applicants should find a unique recommender.