American Legion Scholarship (Department of Alabama)
The American Legion, Department of Alabama
$850 scholarships at listed Alabama colleges for Alabama residents who are descendants of wartime veterans.
- How much
- $850
- Who qualifies
- Descendant of a veteran who served during wartime
- Legal Alabama resident; must attend one of the listed Alabama colleges (some require residence in specific counties).
- For high school seniors, students starting college, undergrads
- When to apply
- Due April 1, 2027 Annual; application must be received by April 1.
- How to apply
- Mail the application with a small photo, a copy of the veteran's service record, an unofficial transcript, two reference letters and SAT/ACT scores to American Legion Scholarship, P.O
- Box 1069, Montgomery, AL 36101, to arrive by April 1
- What you'll need
- state application + transcript + recommendation + test scores
- Last checked
- October 5, 2026, against the official page (alison.legislature.state.al.us), page 2, page 3, page 4 and page 5
The details
The American Legion Department of Alabama awards $850 scholarships at specific Alabama colleges. Applicants must be legal Alabama residents and descendants of a veteran who served during wartime, attending a college where the Legion has a scholarship. The current listing (about 110 scholarships) is weighted to Troy University (75); others at Auburn, University of Alabama, UAB (nursing), UAH, UNA, Jacksonville State and several community colleges, some with county-residency rules. Only recipients are notified. A student can't receive both this and the American Legion Auxiliary scholarship.
More money from Alabama
- (Re)Engage Alabama Grant ProgramUp to $1,500 per semester (community college, associate) or $3,000 per semester (university, bachelor's) for full-time students; prorated for 6-11 hours
- Alabama Student Assistance Program (ASAP)$300 to $5,000 per academic year
- Alabama Student Grant Program (ASGP)Up to $3,000 per academic year (amount varies with available funds)
- Senior Adult Scholarship (Tuition Waiver) - Alabama Community College SystemTuition waived (fees, books and supplies not covered)
Keep looking
- Answer a few questions to see every program you qualify for
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- The FAFSA in plain English (2027-28)
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