The NSEP Boren Scholarship from Northwestern University funds immersive language and international study in regions vital to U.S. national security interests.
Funder: Northwestern University
Due Dates: January 1, 2027 (Fellows) | February 1, 2027 (Scholars)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 for fellowships and up to $20,000 for scholarships; actual award and duration vary by program.
Summary: Supports U.S. undergraduate and graduate students in immersive international and language study in regions critical to U.S. interests.
The NSEP Boren Scholarship, administered through Northwestern University, provides funding for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to pursue immersive international and language study in regions deemed vital to U.S. national security interests. The program aims to foster advanced language proficiency and cross-cultural understanding by supporting extended study abroad experiences. Awardees are expected to use their skills in future public service or national security roles in the federal government.