Life Rank

Life is the second-highest rank in Scouts BSA, earned after Star and just before Eagle Scout. At this stage, Scouts demonstrate stronger leadership, deeper service, and continued progress through merit badges. It’s a rank that reflects commitment, growth, and readiness to lead others.

🔴 What Life Scouts Do:

🔸 Merit Badges

• Earn 11 merit badges in total

  • At least 7 must be Eagle-required
    
    

🔸 Leadership

• Serve actively in a troop leadership position for at least 6 months
  (Examples: Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Den Chief, Troop Guide, etc.)
  
  

🔸 Service

• Perform 6 hours of community service, approved by the Scoutmaste

  • Can be part of a troop project or outside organization
    
    

🔸 Scout Spirit

• Live by the Scout Oath and Law every day

• Show consistent responsibility, initiative, and mentorship

• Have a Scoutmaster Conference

• Successfully complete a Board of Review

🦅 What Comes After Life?

The final rank is Eagle Scout, which includes:

• Planning and leading a significant service project

• Earning 21 merit badges (13 Eagle-required)

• Continued leadership and Scout spirit