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SCHOLARSHIPS & EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Supporting students, developing future leaders, and strengthening our community through education, leadership, and service.

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POST OK28 SCHOLARSHIP

Available to eligible children of American Legion Post OK28 members pursuing undergraduate education. The scholarship recognizes academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, community service, and financial need.

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BOYS STATE

An American Legion educational program that gives high school students hands-on experience in government, citizenship, leadership, and civic responsibility.

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STANLEY JOHNSON NURSING / HEALTH SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Supporting students continuing their education while pursuing nursing, medical, or other health-science fields.

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POST OK28 SCHOLARSHIP

Application & Requirements

SCHOLARSHIP RULES & CONDITIONS

Applicants must be the child or stepchild of an American Legion Post OK28 member.
Applicants must be a high school senior or high school graduate in good academic standing and include a recommendation from a school counselor.
Applicants must submit a written narrative explaining their achievements in at least three areas: academics, extracurricular activities, and community service.
The scholarship is intended for undergraduate study at an accredited institution of higher education. The recipient must be accepted or enrolled as a full-time student before receiving scholarship funds.
Scholarship funds may be used toward necessary educational expenses including tuition, room and board, books, supplies, fees, and equipment required for the student's course of study.
Scholarship recipients may reapply annually. The amount requested cannot exceed the cost of education.
Scholarship payment will be issued to the selected college in the recipient's name or payable to the sponsoring Post member of the recipient.
The sponsoring Post member must be a member of American Legion Post OK28.
Applicants must provide the requested FAFSA financial-aid information, including their Student Aid Index (SAI), as part of the application.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Please have the following information and documents available before starting your application:

Academic information and current cumulative GPA
FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI)
Estimated annual college expenses
Academic record / grade report
School counselor recommendation
Supporting FAFSA / Student Aid Index documentation
Applicant narrative covering academics, extracurricular activities, and community service

PRIVACY NOTICE

Information submitted through this application will be used for scholarship review and selection purposes. Applicants should submit only the information requested on this form. Please do not submit Social Security numbers, bank account information, passwords, or other unnecessary sensitive personal information.

POST OK28 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Complete each section below. Fields marked with * are required.

1 APPLICANT INFORMATION

Applicant Full Name *

Date of Birth *

Mailing Address *

City

State / Prefecture

ZIP / Postal Code

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Enter an email address that is checked regularly.

I am the child or stepchild of *

2 ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Current High School / College *

Graduation Date *

Cumulative GPA *

GPA Scale

Number of Students in Class

Are You Home-Schooled?

Yes No

School Official / Counselor Name and Title

3 FINANCIAL INFORMATION

FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI) *

Enter the Student Aid Index shown on your FAFSA financial-aid information.

Estimated Cost of One Year of College

Tuition	$
Room & Board	$
Textbooks	$
Fees	$
Supplies	$
Required Equipment	$
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST	$

4 FAMILY INFORMATION

Father / Guardian Name

Occupation

Mother / Guardian Name

Occupation

Brothers / Sisters and Ages

5 ACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP

School & Community Activities *

Leadership Experience *

Do You Have a Part-Time Job?

Yes No

If Yes, Please Describe Your Employment

6 COLLEGE PLANS

Intended Major / Field of Study *

College / University *

Why Did You Choose This Major?

Why Do You Want to Attend This College or University?

7 REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please upload clear, readable copies of each required document. PDF is preferred when possible.

Academic Record / Grade Report *

Upload a current transcript, academic record, or grade report.

School Counselor Recommendation *

Upload the required recommendation from your school counselor.

FAFSA / Student Aid Index Supporting Document *

Upload only the page or document needed to verify the financial-aid information requested by the scholarship committee. Do not upload documents containing unnecessary sensitive information.

Applicant Narrative *

Your narrative should address achievements in academics, extracurricular activities, and community service.

Accepted formats include PDF, JPG, PNG, DOC, and DOCX as indicated above. Keep files as small as practical while ensuring they remain clear and readable.

8 CERTIFICATION & SIGNATURES

Applicant Certification

If selected as a scholarship recipient, I understand and agree that The American Legion Post OK28 may use my name and likeness in announcing and promoting the scholarship program.

I understand that the American Legion Post OK28 Scholarship Selection Committee is responsible for selecting scholarship recipients and that its decision is final.

By submitting this application, I certify that the information provided is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that falsification of information may result in disqualification or termination of the scholarship.

I have read and agree to the Applicant Certification above.

Applicant Electronic Signature *

Typing your full legal name constitutes your electronic certification of this application.

Date *

Parent / Guardian Certification

If my child is selected as a scholarship recipient, I understand and agree that The American Legion Post OK28 may use my child's name and likeness in announcing and promoting the scholarship program.

I certify that the information contained in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

I have read and agree to the Parent / Guardian Certification above.

Parent / Guardian Electronic Signature *

Date *

FINAL REVIEW

Before submitting, please review your application carefully and confirm that all required documents have been attached. Once submitted, your application will be transmitted to Post OK28's scholarship application system for review.

I have reviewed this application and confirm that the information and documents I am submitting are complete and accurate.

By clicking Submit Application, your application and uploaded documents will be transmitted through the Post OK28 online scholarship application system.

Please click the submit button only once and allow time for your documents to upload.

AMERICAN LEGION BOYS STATE

American Legion Boys State is one of The American Legion's educational programs of government instruction for high school students. The program gives participants an opportunity to become part of the operation of local, county, and state government.

During Boys State, participants learn about the rights, privileges, duties, and responsibilities of citizenship through hands-on activities. Students may participate in legislative sessions, court proceedings, law enforcement presentations, assemblies, and other educational and recreational programs.

High school juniors are selected by local American Legion Posts to attend Boys State. In many cases, expenses associated with attending are paid by the sponsoring American Legion Post, local businesses, or other community organizations.

The American Legion Auxiliary sponsors a similar program for young women known as Girls State.

STANLEY JOHNSON NURSING / HEALTH SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP

The Stanley Johnson Nursing / Health Science Scholarship is awarded to a student continuing his or her higher education while pursuing a degree in nursing, medicine, or another health-science field.

Stanley Johnson came to the United States from England at age 15 and later served in the United States Armed Forces during World War I. Following his honorable discharge, Stanley and his wife, Hattie Swan Johnson, devoted many years of service to The American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary.

Stanley served for 52 years as Treasurer of Batavia Post 504. The scholarship was established by the Johnsons in honor of his niece, Jean Johnson, who was a British nurse.

The scholarship continues the Johnson family's commitment to encouraging future nurses, doctors, and other health-related professionals.

QUESTIONS ABOUT SCHOLARSHIPS?

Wayne E. Marchand Post OK28

Okinawa, Japan

Email: amlegionok28@yahoo.com

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