ScholarshipMentor

The American Legion High School Oratorical Contest engages thousands of high school students every year to gain a better understanding of the U.S. Constitution.  Because this contest takes place on the local, state and national level, there are hundreds of students who win scholarships.  Other objectives of the contest include the development of leadership qualities, the ability to think and speak clearly and intelligently, and the preparation for acceptance of the duties and responsibilities, the rights and privileges of American citizenship.

The contest consists of a Prepared Oration and an Assigned Topic with specific time constraints. State and local contests run annually in February and March, with the national event being held in April.  The three national finalists compete for scholarships ranging from $14,000 to a top prize of $18,000.

To be eligible, participants must be citizens of or lawful permanent residents of the United States. Contestants must be students under the age of twenty (20) years on the date of the National Contest and enrolled in a high school or junior high school.

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Eligibility, rules, state contacts and other important information

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