8. Citizenship in the World
Score: 33 points;
Difficulty level on BSA Prepared: Level 4 – difficult or very time-consuming badges (10 points);
Difficulty level on Mr.D’s Merit Badge Review: Medium (20 points);
No. of requirements: 7+ (-7 points);
Duration: 1 to 4 weeks (10 points);
Some camps promise that you will be able to finish all the requirements for the Citizenship in the World merit badge, the number 8 on our list of easiest Eagle required merit badges to get, in just one day. Even if this is true, you won’t be able to learn much if you choose to attend these events. The best and the most affordable way to get this badge is to tie it to your Government class. Luckily, the process of getting the Citizenship in the World badge got a little easier after 2006, when its requirements were rewritten. The badge still has a rating that ranges from medium to difficult.