Be a part of the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for U.S. high school students.
Since 1935, American Legion Boys State and Boys Nation have offered top high school juniors a unique, hands-on experience in how government works. At Boys State, students run mock governments and engage in civic leadership.
Two delegates from each Boys State program are selected for Boys Nation in Washington, D.C., where they serve as U.S. senators in a week of mock sessions, party conventions, and national landmark visits. Many alumni go on to careers in public service or politics.