NSEP Boren Scholarship supports undergraduate students’ international and language education, alongside fellowships for graduate students, to incorporate these learning components into their studies.
Funder: Northwestern University
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Fellowships) | February 2027 (Scholarships)
Funding Amounts: Scholarship and fellowship support for international and language education
Summary: Boren scholarships and fellowships support U.S. undergraduate and graduate students in adding international and language components to their education.
Key Information: Graduate applicants must be U.S. citizens enrolled in or applying to an accredited U.S. university’s graduate degree program.
Boren scholarships and fellowships provide funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to incorporate international and language learning into their education. The awards are associated with the Institute of International Education and the National Security Education Program and are listed among Northwestern University’s Global Health Funding Opportunities.
The program’s stated focus is educational support through scholarships and fellowships, rather than funding for a particular research topic or defined project. Students considering either form of support should consult the Boren Awards website for program-specific eligibility and further information.