Boren Awards for International Study Abroad 2025
Are you a student looking to study abroad in the U.S.? Then the Boren Awards for International Study is perfect for you! These scholarship awards provide up to $25,000 for undergraduate students interested in studying overseas.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): National Security Education Program (NSEP), USA
Host Institution(s): Institute of International Education (IIE), USA
Scholarship Worth: Up to $25,000
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level: Undergraduates
Nationality: International Students
Also Apply: University of Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship 2025
Boren Awards for International Study Abroad | DETAILS
Boren Awards are funded by the National Security Education Program (NSEP), focusing on areas critical to U.S. national security. Scholarships and Fellowships support areas of study underrepresented in international programs.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for Boren Awards for International Study Abroad, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Must be a high school graduate or have earned a GED
- Plan to study in a country where you are not a citizen
- Matriculated in a U.S. associate’s or bachelor’s accredited program
- Stay enrolled in an undergraduate program throughout the scholarship
- Study in various regions like Africa, Asia, Latin America, and more
See Also: University of Michigan International Student Scholarships 2025 – 2025
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: To apply, submit your application online. Boren Awards fund language and cultural studies abroad for U.S. students. Choose a Regional Flagship Language Initiative or design your own program.
Application Deadline: Not Stated
FAQs
What are the Boren Awards for International Study Abroad 2025?
The Boren Awards are prestigious scholarships funded by the U.S. government to support American undergraduate and graduate students who wish to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests. The 2025 awards aim to enhance national security by building a broader and more qualified pool of U.S. citizens with foreign language and international skills.
Who is eligible to apply for the Boren Awards in 2025?
To be eligible, applicants must be U.S. citizens, enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program, and planning to study in countries outside of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Additionally, applicants must commit to working in the federal government for at least one year after graduation.
What is the application deadline for the Boren Awards 2025?
The deadline for the 2025 Boren Scholarships (for undergraduates) is typically in early February, while the deadline for the Boren Fellowships (for graduate students) is usually in late January. Exact dates are posted on the official Boren Awards website.
What benefits do recipients of the Boren Awards receive?
Undergraduate students can receive up to $25,000, while graduate students can receive up to $30,000. The award covers tuition, travel, living expenses, and other related costs. In addition to financial support, recipients gain access to career opportunities within the U.S. federal government, fulfilling their one-year service requirement.
