Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Boren Scholarship for Critical Language Study / US Government Service

 Are you currently studying, or strongly interested in studying a language critical to US national interests? Are you strongly interested in US government service?


The Boren Scholarship offers undergraduates up to $25,000 for long-term (two semesters; one for STEM majors) study abroad focused on learning critical languages. US Citizenship is required, All classes including seniors are eligible. Campus deadline: January 24, 2024. 


Join Boren program representatives for an online virtual information session on Wednesday, December 6 from 4-5 pm:


Register in advance for this meeting:

https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItduugqjgpHTppNV-JBtZuqgG20RXdCFM


Can't attend?  Click here to gain access to our ELMS resource site for Boren applicants.


Eligible regions include Africa, South Asia, East and Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe and former Soviet Republics, Latin America (esp. for Portuguese), and the Middle East. (Boren Scholarships MAY NOT be used for study in Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.) Boren Scholarships may be used for study abroad in Summer 2024, Fall 2024, and Spring 2024. In addition to the option of selecting your own study abroad program in these regions, you can also apply for one of the Boren programs Flagship Language Initiative sites:


African Flagship Languages Initiative (AFLI) - Offers the opportunity for intensive language study through domestic and overseas language programs in French, Swahili, Akan/Twi, Wolof, or Zulu. 

South Asian Flagship Languages Initiative (SAFLI) - Offers the opportunity for intensive study of either Hindi or Urdu through a combination of domestic and overseas programs. 

Southeast Asian Flagship Languages Initiative (SEAFLI) - Offers the opportunity for intensive study of either Indonesian, Thai, or Vietnamese through a combination of domestic and overseas programs. 

Turkish Flagship Language Initiative (TURFLI) - Offers the opportunity for intensive study of the Turkish language through a combination of domestic and overseas programs.


*The Boren Scholarship is a U.S. Government-funded award that seeks applicants who have a strong interest in future Government service; the award carries a one-year service expectation.*  


National Scholarships Office
University of Maryland

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