College 101
American Legion Scholarships
Website: http://www.legion.org/scholarships
Who's Eligible: Varies by program, mostly open to high school seniors
Award Amount: Up to $20,000
Due Date: Varies by program
Requirements:
Though American Legion scholarships frequently get overlooked by high school seniors, it is worth your while to give them a look. Operating six different scholarship programs, the organization provides scholarships targeted at Boys and Girls Club participants, baseball all-stars, future speech writers, children of post-9/11 veterans, Eagle Scouts, and future lung and respiratory nurses. Info on each program's eligibility requirements and due dates is available here.