Eagle Scout Award

The Eagle Scout Award from the Boy Scouts of America is the highest rank a Scout can earn, recognizing advanced leadership, character, and community service. To achieve this award, Scouts must complete a series of merit badges, hold leadership roles within their troop, and design and lead a significant Eagle Scout service project that benefits the community. This project requires planning, organizing volunteers, managing resources, and seeing a complex task through to completion.

This program is well-suited for students who are self-motivated, interested in leadership, and willing to commit to long-term goals. It is especially valuable for those who want structured opportunities to build skills in teamwork, project management, problem-solving, and ethical decision-making. For college applications, the Eagle Scout Award is widely recognized as a mark of perseverance and responsibility. Admissions officers often view it as evidence that a student can set ambitious goals and follow through.

Students considering Eagle Scout should be prepared to invest time over several years and take on increasing levels of responsibility. Those who are willing to contribute to their community, work closely with peers and adult mentors, and lead challenging projects will gain experiences that can strengthen both their personal development and their future academic and career opportunities. For more information, visit the Boy Scouts of America website at https://www.scouting.org/.

How much does Eagle Scout Award cost?

We have not verified what Eagle Scout Award costs. Our catalog holds no confirmed price for it, and an unpriced entry means exactly that — unpriced, not free. Check the official site before assuming either way.

Who is eligible for Eagle Scout Award?

Our catalog has Eagle Scout Award open to high school students in grades 9–12, unconfirmed against the program's own page — check it before you rule yourself in or out, since eligibility is often narrower than a grade range suggests (age floors, "must have completed" rules, enrolment status).

Is Eagle Scout Award online or in person?

Eagle Scout Award is an in-person program.

How do I apply to Eagle Scout Award?

Apply directly through Boy Scouts of America's official website. ExtracurricularHub links to the official application — we list and verify programs but don't process applications.