Samsung American Legion Scholarship
One $1,250 scholarship is awarded to an ALA Flickertail Girls State citizen who applies for the Samsung scholarship. Her application is then eligible for one of ten national scholarships of $10,000, or one of ten runner-up scholarships of $5,000.
Scholarship applications are limited to students between their junior and senior years of high school who attend the current session of the American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program and are a direct descendant – ( i.e. child, grandchild, great grandchild. Stepchildren and legally adopted children are considered direct descendants) of a wartime U.S. military veteran who served on active duty during at least one of the periods of war officially designated as eligibility dates for American Legion membership. Applicants who are direct descendants of Korean War Era Veterans will receive three bonus points.
Samsung scholarships are for undergraduate study only and may be used for tuition, books, fees, and room and board. Winners are selected according to academic record, involvement in school, and community service. Applicants who are direct descendants of Korean War Era veterans will receive special consideration. Visit American Legion Samsung Scholarships for more information.
*Applications are online only and must be submitted prior to Day 1 of the Girls State Program*
Outstanding Student of Government
The girl with the highest score on the government test is awarded $100 by the ND ALA Flickertail Girls State program.
Art & Agnes Olson Award
One $50 scholarship is given to a Girls State citizen who has the ability to work with people, is respected by her peers and elders, and cares about others. She is enthusiastic and full of energy. She is not necessarily a leader, but is a good follower. She is involved with community service in her home town. The recipient is selected by the Girls State counselors.
Kennelly Award for Outstanding Citizen
A $75 scholarship is awarded to one Girls State participant who has demonstrated leadership and cooperation in striving to attain the objectives of Girls State, displayed proper conduct, self-control, and influence on others.
Outstanding City and County Citizens
Each Girls State city and county chooses an outstanding citizen. Cities and counties vote for a citizen who has demonstrated leadership and cooperation during city and county functioning.
UND Honor Scholarship
The ALA Girls State Governor and ALA Girls Nation Senators are each awarded a one-time $750 scholarship if they attend the University of North Dakota the academic year following high school graduation.
UND Alumni Association Scholarship
Two citizens who attend UND the academic year following high school graduation each receive a one-time $500 scholarship. Awardees must have an interest in public affairs or in a career in public service, demonstrated by either an intended college major in a related area or through community and/or political involvement. They should also have a record of involvement with extracurricular activities and/or community service.