Eagle Application Process

Step 1:  Download a copy of your Eagle application from Scoutbook. Once you have logged in and are on the page with your individual records, go to the link labeled “reports.” Within the list of options, you should see one for “Eagle Application.”  Download your application. Verify there are no blank dates for any of the merit badges or with any other key information. If any merit badges are missing a completion date, that indicates the badge has not been completing approved in Scoutbook. Coordinate with the Troop Advancement Coordinator if there are any discrepancies or problems with your information.

Requirement #2 on the application asks for names of individuals who would be willing to write a letter of recommendation on your behalf. It is up to the scout to identify these individuals. It is advisable to discuss this with them as a heads up prior to submitting their name on the application. Type their names and contact information into the form. Do not hand write them. The formal request for a letter will be sent to these individuals from the District Eagle Coordinator, so it is important that names and contact information are clear on the application. The letter of recommendation request will include the instructions on how the recommendation letters will be sent back to the District Eagle Coordinator. Scouts will not ever see these letters.  

Step 2: Request a Scoutmaster conference. Get all remaining signatures in your physical scout book and in Scoutbook. The Scoutmaster will sign off on Requirements 1, 2, 5, and 6.
The Scoutmaster or the Advancement Coordinator can sign off on Requirements 3 and 4.

Step 3: Obtain signatures on the Eagle Application.

Step 4: Write a Life Purpose statement. There are plenty of examples online to help get you started. Just search for "Eagle Scout Life Purpose Statement" for some examples to consider.

Step 5: Make an appointment with the Capitol Area Council Eagle Processor. Take the original Eagle workbook, Eagle application with all signatures, and an updated individual history report to the appointment.

Make copies of everything for yourself before turning in originals!

Step 6: Request a Board of Review from the Sacred Springs District Eagle Coordinator. The Board of Review can be conducted after your 18th birthday.  

Step 7: Prepare copies of the finished Eagle Project Workbook, Eagle Application, and Life Purpose Statement for each of the Board members. The District Eagle Coordinator will provide guidance on how many copies and any other information you need to know.

Step 8: Prepare for your Eagle Board of Review. Bring your scout book, Eagle application, Life Purpose Statement, and anything else as directed by the District Eagle Coordinator.  

Be in FULL scout uniform – Class A shirt, neckerchief, neckerchief slide, scout shorts/pants, scout socks, scout belt, and merit badge or Order of the Arrow sash (only one or the other, not both).  If you do not have one of these items such as socks, find a fellow scout to borrow from for this important meeting.  A uniform inspection will be the first part of the meeting.

If a significant amount of time has passed since you completed your project, go back and refresh your memory on the project details. A detailed discussion of your project will take up a large portion of your board of review, so it is important that you are prepared to discuss it.

Step 9: Confirm with the District Eagle Coordinator about who will submit the signed application, Project Workbook, and Life Purpose Statement to the Council.

Step 10: Pick up your Eagle Credentials from the Scout Office. The Scoutmaster will be notified by the Council when these items are available for pick up.  

Step 11: Plan your Eagle Court of Honor, if you choose to have one. It is up to you and your family to determine when and how your achievement will be celebrated. You can simply be recognized at a regular Troop Court of Honor. However, due to the significance of this achievement, a separate ceremony is often conducted. There are specific ceremonial elements of an Eagle Court of Honor that warrant a separate special occasion.  

If any of your fellow scouts are earning the Eagle rank around the same time as you, it is not uncommon to work together on a combined ceremony. Consult with your Eagle Coach and/or the Eagle Coordinator for more information about past Courts of Honor and the ceremonial elements.

Extensions:

If you will be unable to successfully complete all requirements for Eagle, through no fault of your own, and submit all required paperwork to the Council by your 18th birthday, you may be eligible to request an extension. The extension must be submitted to and approved by the Council. Review the Guide to Advancement topics 9.0.4.0 and 9.0.4.1 for further information.

If you qualify for and are granted an extension, the extension deadline essentially becomes your new default birthday. This means, you are required to complete all requirements for Eagle and submit all documentation to the Council by this deadline. However, your Board of Review can occur up to 24 months following this deadline.