Boren Awards focus on countries, languages, and fields critical to U.S. national security, recognizing a broad definition that includes traditional concerns of protecting American well-being, as well as challenges of global society, such as sustainable development, environmental issues, disease, migration, and economic competitiveness. They emphasize less commonly taught languages and long-term linguistic and cultural study, as well as research and academic internships abroad. Study of a foreign language appropriate to the country or region is an integral part of each Boren Scholar and Fellow’s plan. Boren Scholarships can provide undergraduate students with up to $25,000 and Boren Fellowships can provide graduate students with up to $30,000, depending on the length of the study abroad program.
Boren Scholars and Fellows represent a vital pool of highly motivated individuals who wish to work in the federal national security arena. In exchange for scholarship and fellowship funding, Boren Award recipients commit to working in the federal government for at least one year after graduation.
Application Information
- Deadlines: Boren Fellowships: January 24, 2024; Boren Scholarships: January 31, 2024
- Eligibility: Study abroad program for a critical language
- Nomination Required: No
- ONSF Contact: Michael Cunningham