Leadership
American Legion Boys State and Boys Nation
American Legion
- Estimated cost
- Above $0
- Deadline
- Not verified
- Eligibility
- Not verified
LeadershipDeadline UnknownCost not verified
American Legion Auxiliary Girls State
American Legion Auxiliary
A weeklong civic-leadership and government simulation in which high-school students who have completed junior year build and operate mock state governments, run for office, and learn the political process.
Opportunity overview
The basic program facts and participation format.
- Opportunity type
- Leadership
- Subtype
- Civic leadership and government simulation program
- Academic field
- Law & Government, Leadership & Civic Engagement
- Detailed topics
- Law & Government, Leadership & Civic Engagement
- Format
- In person
- Location
- Location is not specified in the current official materials reviewed; check the official page for participation/site details.
- Duration
- Typically about one week; exact 2026 dates vary by state program.
Still to confirm (3)
We have not verified these details:
- Timetable / season
- Exact schedule
- Application status
Eligibility & access
Confirm every unresolved requirement on the official website before applying.
- Other requirements
- The official materials reviewed do not publish enough current grade, age, citizenship, or residency detail to determine additional eligibility requirements. Confirm eligibility on the official program page before applying.
Still to confirm (9)
We have not verified these details:
- Grades eligible
- Age requirements
- Age range
- Citizenship
- Residency
- International eligibility
- Geographic restriction
- Academic prerequisites
- School restrictions
Application
Deadlines and required materials can change between program cycles.
- Application requirements
- Students are recommended and competitively selected by local American Legion Auxiliary units, often in coordination with high-school educators. Exact application/selection procedures vary by state.