Scholarship
National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) Scholarships
National Eagle Scout Association
Award
varies by award ($6,000–$50,000; multiple CST and national awards)
Deadline
Jan 31, 2027
Merit scholarships for Eagle Scouts who are NESA members and full-time students in degree or skilled-trade programs. Awards recognize Scouting participation, school and community service, and character; one-time awards with multiple national and council-service-territory tiers.
Eligibility
- Grade levels
- High school senior, College undergraduate
- Citizenship
- Any
- Essay
- Required
Application requirements
- Confirm NESA membership: You must be a NESA member to apply; membership is verified through the application system.
- Complete the NESA scholarship application in the portal: Create or use your scholarship database login; applications are submitted online when the portal is open.
- Confirm Eagle Board of Review date meets cutoff: For the 2025–2026 cycle, Eagle Board of Review must be on or before January 24, 2026; check the official page for the next cycle cutoff.
Verified Jul 3, 2026 · View official source