Security Education Program David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships
The Security Education Program David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships offer $20,000 to U.S. undergraduate students to study less commonly taught languages in regions critical to U.S. interests, excluding Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Apply by February 8.
Feb 8
Scholarship deadline
$20,000 USD
Award amount
6
Requirements
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- U.S. undergraduate students interested in studying less commonly taught languages
- Students aiming to study abroad in regions critical to U.S. interests
Key highlights
- Award amount: $20,000 USD
- Deadline: February 8
- Open to U.S. undergraduate students
Why apply
- Significant funding of $20,000
- Opportunity to study in underrepresented regions
- Enhance language skills in critical areas
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Apr 28, 2026
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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
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Status
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Field of study
Education
Number of awards
130
Payout method
Paid directly to the student
Application plan
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Application signals
- Ensure your study abroad destination is not in Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand
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- Specific application steps
- Essay requirements or prompts
- Exact number of awards available
Red flags
- Excludes study in Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand
Next steps
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- Plan submission around the listed deadline: February 8.
- Use the U.S. Department of Defense application path to confirm eligibility, documents, and any updated deadline before submitting.
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- Highlight your interest in less commonly taught languages
- Emphasize how your study aligns with U.S. interests
Key requirements (6)
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- Boren Scholarships, an initiative of the 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 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.
Award & payment
Amount: $20,000 USD
Number of awards: 130
Payout: Paid directly to the student
Overview
The Boren Undergraduate Scholarships provide $20,000 for U.S. students to study less commonly taught languages in regions critical to U.S. interests, excluding Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 28, 2026.
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