F.C. McConnell Boys State Scholarship

F.C. “Mac” McConnell American Legion Boys State Scholarship

This is a Texas Boys State scholarship, named for F.C. “Mac” McConnell, an important figure in establishing and developing the Texas Boys State program.

Selection process

• The recipient must attend Texas Boys State.

• Senior Boys State staff select one top-performing Statesman.

• There is no separate application.

• Selection is based on the student’s performance, leadership, participation, and conduct during the Boys State session.

• The recipient is announced during the closing ceremony.

• One award is normally presented annually.

• The amount varies according to investment income available in the scholarship fund.

Role of the local Post

The local Post sponsors and formally selects or recommends the student to attend Texas Boys State. The Post does not select the scholarship recipient; Texas Boys State senior staff make that determination.