Funder: Institute of International Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Campus deadline, projected) | February 2027 (National deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 for 25–52 weeks; up to $12,500 for 12–24 weeks; up to $30,000 total with optional $5,000 for domestic summer language study.
Summary: Supports U.S. graduate students to pursue intensive language study and research abroad in regions and languages critical to U.S. national security interests.
Key Information: One-year federal service commitment required after graduation.