The Board of Trustees of the Washington Crossing Foundation is pleased to announce the annual National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Awards for students completing twelfth grade (or final high school year) in 2026 who are planning careers in government service. Each scholarship will be paid, as long as the student meets the requirements of the college chosen. Students planning to attend one of the Military Academies or who have been awarded full four-year tuition scholarships will be eligible for an award. Applicants must submit three copies of their essay, and three copies of a letter of recommendation from their high school principal or guidance counselor containing an evaluation of the applicant's accomplishments both academic or otherwise, particularly any preparation relevant to the applicant's career choice. They must also submit three copies of their high school transcripts and scores from a national testing program such as the SAT, ACT, etc. Applicants must also submit three copies of a resume, biography, honors, awards, activities, and any other documentation the entrant, the principal, or the guidance counselor may wish to submit. Applicants may enclose a photo of themselves if they wish. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Washington Crossing Foundation for more information.