Open to any Maine resident who is a high school senior or higher. Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement and financial need.
    		    		
    		    		Scholarship Amount: $500
    		    		
    		    		Application Process:
        		Applications are available on or after June 30 of the year prior to the award year and can be obtained at high school guidance offices or online at the American Legion Department of Maine website. Completed applications must be postmarked by May 1 of the award year.
             
    		    		
    		    		Application Opening Date: On or after June 30 of the year prior to the award year.
    		    		
    		    		Application Deadline Date: May 1st
    		    		
    		    		Open To: 
        		        		Enrolled in College
        		        		High School
        		        		Open to postgrads
        		        		Returning to School
        		        		 
    		    		
    		    		Courses:
        		        		        		        		Nonspecific to course of study