Maine college students who were born in or are legal residents of Maine are eligible to apply for $1,000 scholarships.

The funds are offered by the Maine State Society Foundation of Washington, D.C.

Applications are available at the financial aid offices at Maine colleges.

They also may be obtained by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the Maine State Society Foundation, 3508 Wilson St., Fairfax, Va. 22030.

Applications must be postmarked no later than April 1.