How do I advance in rank to Eagle?

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To earn Eagle, Scouts must earn all of the BSA ranks starting at the beginning with the "Scout" rank and then Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, and finally Eagle Scout. Each rank advancement builds on a Scout's understanding of first-aid, knots, citizenship, leadership, responsibility, and confidence.

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See BSA's official rank advancement requirements.

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Earning the ranks from Scout to First Class, Scouts exhibit their fundamental knowledge of outdoor skills, safety, and citizenship. Upon earning the rank of First Class, Scouts have mastered all the basic skills required to successfully lead a Patrol of Scouts on a campout, hike, or other adventure.

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To earn the rank of Star, Life, and Eagle, Scouts must show an increasing level of Scout Spirit and leadership plus they must also earn a number of merit badges. An Eagle Scout will have earned at least 21 merit badges including several that have been required along the way and other fun merit badges chosen by the Scout.

Those advancing in rank must first complete all the rank requirements as outlined in their Scout Handbook or as amended by the BSA. Next, the Scoutmaster will check that the Scout has completed all the requirements and is prepared for the board of review. This may include a review of the skills required for that rank.

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After completing the Scoutmaster's Conference, Scouts advancing to Tenderfoot through Eagle Scout will sit down with a few adults to review their accomplishments, personal growth, and Scouting experiences. Parents, other than Scout's parents, are asked to sit on boards of review. See the Troop 2 Kingston Board of Review Guidelines.

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BSA provides a more complete description of the BSA rank advancements.