The American Legion
American Legion Legacy Scholarship
Deadline
Closed (was March 25, 2026)
Award
Up to $20,000 (children of the fallen); up to $5,000 (children of 50%+ disabled veterans)
The 2026 deadline was March 25, 2026. The next date is not posted yet.
Who it's for
Children of service members who died on active duty on or after Sept. 11, 2001, and children of post-9/11 veterans with a combined VA rating of 50% or higher.
Things to double-check:
- Post-9/11 service; disabled parent must be rated 50% or higher
What you need to apply
- Online application
- Proof of parent's death or VA rating
- Federal and state aid award letters
Your next 3 steps
- Collect proof of the parent's death or 50%+ VA rating.
- Gather all other aid award letters (it fills remaining gaps).
- Watch legion.org for the next deadline.
Each needs-based scholarship provides up to $20,000 for children of the fallen, and up to $5,000 for children of the disabled for undergraduate or post-graduate college.
Military family? Scholarships are only part of it. VetUnlocked lists federal and state benefits, travel perks, and more, each with an official source.