Boren Awards

Boren Scholarships and Fellowships provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students. The programs focus on geographic areas, languages, and fields of study critical to U.S. national security that are not emphasized in other U.S. study abroad programs. Through a merit-based, national, annual competition, successful applicants distinguish themselves as both highly motivated in their academic and career goals, as well as in their strong commitment to public service. 
 
Boren Scholars and Fellows are equipped with the intellectual curiosity and academic training to solve our nation's complex, global problems. They are the public sector's next generation of influencers and innovators, serving in positions throughout the Federal Government.

David L. Boren Scholarships 
Boren Scholarships are awarded to U.S. undergraduates for the overseas study of languages and cultures critical to national security. Boren Scholarship alumni are committed to public service, working in key positions throughout the Federal Government.
 
Maximum awards are determined by duration abroad:
$25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred)
$12,500 for 12-24 weeks
$8,000 for 8-11 weeks (STEM majors only)
 
David L. Boren Fellowships
Boren Fellowships are awarded to U.S. graduate students who develop independent projects that combine overseas language and culture study in areas critical to national security. Boren Fellowship alumni are committed to public service, working in key positions throughout the Federal Government.
 
Maximum awards are determined by duration abroad:
$25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred)
$12,500 for 12-24 weeks
+ $5,000 for summer domestic language study (optional)

 Boren Scholarship and Fellowship information can be found at https://www.borenawards.org/.