Wyoming Boys’ State

The nomination and application deadline for the 2020 Wyoming Boys’ State session is approaching, as applications must be completed online and submitted to the high school student guidance office or local American Legion Post by March 15. Boys’ State is sponsored by the American Legion and is offered to boys who have completed their junior year and have at least one remaining semester in high school. Applicants must be of good character and have an interest in government.

Delegates will compete for a variety of scholarships and may earn three college credits for completion of the program. Two Wyoming delegates will have the opportunity to attend the Boys’ Nation program, in Washington, D.C. The cost to attend Wyoming Boys’ State is $300, and may be sponsored by local American Legion Posts or private sponsors. This year’s Boys’ State will take place June 14 through the 20 at the University of Wyoming in Laramie. Application information can be found here: http://www.wyoboysstate.org/