Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program

Are you aiming at a career in International Affairs? Learn about the Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment program - students with financial need and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the State Department and USAID Foreign Services are encouraged to apply.

 The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is designed to provide undergraduate students with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. **Students with financial need and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the State Department and USAID Foreign Services are encouraged to apply.** 

The Rangel Summer Enrichment Program program takes place at Howard University in Washington DC for six weeks beginning in mid-June. It includes academic courses and additional seminars and visits to give students exposure to key policymakers and practitioners of international affairs.  Who Can Apply:  U.S. Citizens – Full-time undergraduate students (first-year students see note below) – GPA of 3.2 or higher required – all majors – Students with financial need and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service are encouraged to apply.

IMPORTANT: The selection committee may consider students who have completed their first year by the start of the program if these students have outstanding academic backgrounds and significant international experience.

Attend a National Scholarships Office info session to learn more:
Tuesday, November 6, 12:30 - 1:00 pm, 2403A Marie Mount HallWednesday, November 7, 12:30 - 1:00 pm, 2403A Marie Mount HallThursday, November 8, 4:30 - 5:00 pm, 2403A Marie Mount HallFriday, November 9, 10:30 - 11:00 am, 2403A Marie Mount Hall
PLEASE RSVP to scholarships@umd.edu indicating the session you plan to attend. If you cannot attend and would like to learn more, please write to the same address. Award Amount: Students who are accepted receive tuition, travel, room and board, as well as a $3,200 stipend for the program. The program provides 9 credits - some or all of these may be transferable to the University of Maryland.

Application Deadline: February 5, 2019