National Security Education Program David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships

Who can apply

• Must be a U.S. undergraduate student
• Study abroad in regions critical to U.S. interests
• Focus on less commonly taught languages

Eligibility lines are shown from available listing data.

Key requirements (6)

Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

• Boren Scholarships, an initiative of the National Security Education Program, provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S.….
• Boren Scholars represent a vital pool of highly motivated individuals who wish to work in the federal national security arena. In exchange for funding, Boren Scholars commit to working in the federal government for at least one year after graduation.
• Maximum scholarship awards are:.
• $8,000 for a summer program (special initiative for STEM students only; 8 weeks minimum).
• $10,000 for a semester.
• $20,000 for a 6 - 12 months.

Applying

Applications for the Boren Scholarships are due by February 8. Ensure your study destination is not in Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.