For Delegates

Register Online
After January 15, 2025

Contact your local American Legion Post for your official selection email letter which was emailed to them. It will provide detailed information on how to register online. The letter contains the proper information for you to submit under the correct sponsoring post. A confirmation email will be sent approximately 7-10 business days after you register online.

Once registered, delegates should download a copy of the Boys State Handbook and Packing List (below). Delegates should also stay in contact with their local, sponsoring American Legion Post, for information on their District orientation date/location. Important information is distributed at these orientations, including how to apply for the coveted Samsung Scholarship. Make plans to attend a District Orientation.

Documents, Forms & Resources

Check the documents listed below, as well as the FAQ page, for important information.

If you have additional questions, your Legion post should be your first point of contact as they are your sponsors.

Questions can also be sent to boysstate@ialegion.org.

Delegate Registration

Interest Form

2025 Delegate Handbook

Packing List

Med/Signature Form

IA-IANG LRC Waiver

2025 Boys State Schedule


Orientation Information

2025 Orientation Schedule

Orientation Slideshow

Slideshow Notes

Orientation Outline

Orientation Video


Scholarships

Boys State awards and scholarships are made available to those students who have exemplified “statesmanship” in their qualities of character, scholarship, citizenship, patriotism, and leadership.


Samsung Scholarship

The Samsung Scholarship is available from The American Legion National Headquarters, not The Department of Iowa.
All questions should be directed to National.