American Legion Legacy Scholarship
Offered by The American Legion
Needs-based scholarship help for eligible children of post-9/11 fallen service members or post-9/11 veterans with a VA disability rating of 50% or higher.
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The American Legion Legacy Scholarship is a needs-based scholarship designed to fulfill a financial gap remaining after all federal and state educational grants/scholarships available to children,... Main Services help pay for school Serving young adults teens veterans students individuals low-income dependents
Cost & format
free · Online
Schedule
- 2026-27 application deadline was March 25, 2026; awards must be used before August 1, 2027.
Who this is for
High school seniors or graduates accepted at or attending an accredited U.S. higher education institution; must be the child, adopted child, or stepchild of a qualifying fallen service member or disabled veteran and provide required military, FAFSA, aid, and expense documents.
How to apply
Apply online through the Legacy Scholarship application page after creating or signing into a Legion.org account.
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