Worldwide electronics leader Samsung established a $5 million scholarship fund in 1996 to be administered by The American Legion. Meant to show appreciation for U.S. veterans who came to Korea’s aid during its struggle against communist forces in the Korean War, the Samsung American Legion Scholarship Program established a series of scholarships derived from interest and other income from the principal amount.  As of 2023, the Samsung American Legion Scholarship has awarded more than $7.2 million to approximately 2,422 applicants.

Eligibility
Scholarship applications are restricted to high school juniors who attend the current session of either The American Legion Boys State or Auxiliary Girls State program and are a direct descendant – i.e. child, grandchild, great grandchild, etc. – or a legally adopted child of a wartime veteran who served on active duty during at least one of the periods of war officially designated as eligibility dates for American Legion membership.

World War I – Apr. 6, 1917 – Nov. 11, 1918
Dec. 7, 1941 – Present

Award Amounts
Samsung scholarships may be used for undergraduate studies and applied toward tuition, books, fees, and room and board. Winners are selected according to academic record, involvement in school and community service.

• Ten National Scholars receive $10,000 each (two from each region)
• Ten National Runners-Up receive $5,000 each (two from each region)
• Remaining Department Finalists receive $1,250 each guaranteed

Deadline 
Applications are due no later than arrival at Evergreen Boys & Girls State. All applications must be submitted using the online application system by this time. Please do not bring any paper documents as they cannot be accepted by our staff.

COMPLETE THE SAMSUNG SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION HERE

Frequently asked questions about the Samsung Scholarship process