Amount: $20,000 - $25,000
Deadline: February 1 (Undergraduate); January 24 (Graduate)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
Boren Awards fund U.S. students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests, with a service requirement post-graduation.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Enrolled in a U.S. undergraduate or graduate institution
- Commitment to public service
Required Materials
- Online application
- Essays
- Transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Language proficiency report
Timeline
Application opens August/September. Notifications typically late April/early May.
Tips
Clearly articulate your commitment to public service and how your chosen language and region align with U.S. national security priorities.