There are two ways you can attend Boys State:
American Legion Post-Sponsored - Get sponsored by an American Legion Post, then register through our portal
Self-Sponsored - Apply directly to Boys State through our portal then, if accepted, register and pay the tuition
Need help with our portal? Click here
American Legion Post-Sponsored - Get sponsored by an American Legion Post, then register through our portal
Self-Sponsored - Apply directly to Boys State through our portal then, if accepted, register and pay the tuition
Need help with our portal? Click here
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Create a Family Account
Go to Apply.ALJBS.org and click "Create your account" next to "New Family."
We'll collect information like your name, email, address, age, phone number, etc.
We'll collect information like your name, email, address, age, phone number, etc.
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Post-Sponsored Delegates:
If you were already selected to attend by an American Legion Post, select "Post-Sponsored Registration." Complete the questionnaire to finish registration, then skip to Step 4 on this page. |
Self-Sponsored Delegates: If you have NOT been selected to attend by an American Legion Post and are applying to attend Boys State, select "Self-Sponsored Application." Then continue to Step 2 on this page. |
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Complete Your Application to Attend ALJBS
During your application as a Self-Sponsored delegate, you have three options.
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Option 1: Complete a 300- to 500-word essay answering the question, "Why do you want to go to Boys State?" Simply type the essay in the correct box.
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Option 2: Make a 3-minute video answering the question, "Why do you want to go to Boys State?" Upload it to YouTube, then post the link in the essay box.
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Option 3: Have your school counselor or teacher send us a recommendation to this email address. Then write that person's name and email in the essay box.
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You will then be asked to provide the $50 application fee at this time which is non-refundable.
We will evaluate your essay/response, review your application, and send you an email if you've been accepted to attend!
If you're accepted to attend ALJBS...
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Register for ALJBS
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You will receive an email that you have been accepted. You'll go back to the portal and select the newly-appeared "Self-Sponsored Registration," and answer a few questions. At this point you'll pay the $300 tuition* which includes food, housing, and delegate supplies (including textbook, lanyards, etc.).
There are also some optional fees/costs after you're accepted to ALJBS. Some you can pre-purchase during online registration! For example:
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Complete the Medical Forms
You will receive an email when you have been granted access to the medical forms.
All of our medical forms are available on Apply.ALJBS.org in the "Forms" section of the left-hand sidebar
The medical forms include a 3-part Health History Form and a Physician Statement. If a follow-up is needed, a member of ALJBS EMS staff will reach out to you!
All of our medical forms are available on Apply.ALJBS.org in the "Forms" section of the left-hand sidebar
The medical forms include a 3-part Health History Form and a Physician Statement. If a follow-up is needed, a member of ALJBS EMS staff will reach out to you!
That's it! We look forward to seeing you in June.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is it?
ALJBS is a week-long program running from Sunday, June 18, through Friday, June 23, 2023. Delegates must stay for the entire duration of the program, unless excused by the Executive Director for legitimate reasons (graduations, etc.).
Where is it held?
ALJBS is held at Rider University in Lawrenceville, NJ (about ten minutes away from Trenton).
When is it held?
ALJBS is held the week of Father’s Day each year. This year’s session begins on Sunday, June 18, and runs through Friday, June 23, 2023.
Will it be onsite or can I go home?
All students must stay on campus throughout the week unless dismissed by the director. Once you check in on Sunday, you are part of the program for the week.
What happens during a typical day?
A day at ALJBS usually runs from about 7:00am through 11:00pm, with speakers, campaigning and voting, sports and recreational activities, and other things throughout the day. You can find our full schedule at www.aljbs.org/events/
Who is eligible?
Young men who are finishing their junior year of high school and live in New Jersey are eligible for ALJBS.
Is there college credit for this?
College credit is available through Rider University. Details and cost summaries can be found at www.aljbs.org/collegecredit/
How can I learn more?
Our website www.aljbs.org has lots of information about the program, and you can find photos and videos on our social media accounts @ALJBS.
How much does it cost?
To attend ALJBS it costs:
- $50 non-refundable application fee
- $300 tuition cost that includes food, housing, and delegate supplies (including textbook, lanyards, etc.)
My school is in session, can I attend?
Boys State is treated like a field trip by most schools that are still in session because it’s not a regular camp. You can get 3 college credits for attending, so schools tend to treat it as an excused absence. If it’s finals week, students usually take finals before or after attending Boys State! You should talk to your school counselor, as they usually know how Boys State has been treated in the past at your school.
I need help with the application process.
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