Association of African Methodist Episcopal Scouts
Eagle Scout Leadership Award Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes the leadership and character of Black/African American Eagle Scouts who are active members of an African Methodist Episcopal Scout unit. Up to twenty $500 scholarships are awarded annually, with one designated for each District.
Award
$500
Deadline
May 15 (annually)
Level
Undergraduate
Status
Usually due May 15 – next cycle expected
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- Application effort
- High (essay, recommendation letters, transcript)
- Who can apply
- Undergraduate students
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Who is eligible
- Attained the rank of Eagle Scout (equivalent)
- Be a Black/African American Scout
- Be a registered/active member of an African Methodist Episcopal Scout unit
- Be in their final year of high school (equivalent)
- Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0
What you'll need
- High School (equivalent) Transcript
- Two letters of recommendation (from a high school administrator and a Scout Leader)
- One letter of recommendation from the Eagle Scout
- One color photo of the Eagle Scout in official dress uniform/Class A (equivalent)
- Essay (200-word response maximum): "In your years as a Scout, what was one of your most impactful scouting experiences and why?"
- Eagle Award Documentation
How to apply
- Complete the online digital form or download the paper form to mail in.
- Provide high school activities, community participation, and scouting records.
- Write and input the response to the critical thinking essay question.
- Upload the required documents (Eagle documentation, transcript, photo, and letters of recommendation) and submit the form.
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Sources & verification
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