Amount: $8,000 - $25,000
Deadline: February 1 (undergraduate), January 24 (graduate)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
Boren Awards fund study abroad for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students in world regions critical to U.S. interests. The STEM initiative specifically encourages STEM majors to apply, offering flexible study options.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Study abroad in areas critical to U.S. national security (excluding Western Europe, Canada, Australia, New Zealand) with a language component, and a one-year federal service requirement post-graduation.
Required Materials
- Online application
- Essays
- Official transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- Language proficiency report
Timeline
Applications open in August. Deadlines vary by program. Notifications in April-May.
Tips
Clearly articulate how your chosen region, language, and STEM studies align with U.S. national security interests. Emphasize your commitment to public service.