​National organization will no longer accept Samsung Applications written out.

To apply for Samsung Application please visit: http://www.legion.org/samsung-scholarship-application.

National Samsung Scholarship Winner:
Worldwide electronics leader Samsung endowed a scholarship fund of $5 million to be administered by The American Legion in 1996. Meant to show appreciation for U.S. veterans who came to Korea's aid during its struggle against communist forces in the Korean War, the Samsung American Legion Scholarship Program established a series of scholarships derived from interest and other income from the principal amount. To date, the Samsung American Legion Scholarship has awarded more than $5.5 million to approximately 2,069 applicants.

Samsung scholarships may be used for undergraduate studies and applied toward tuition, books, fees, and room and board. Winners are selected according to academic record, involvement in school and community service. 
• Ten National Scholars receive $10,000 each (two from each region)
• Ten National Runners-Up receive $5,000 each (two from each region)
• Remaining Department Finalists receive $1,250 each guaranteed