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The Boren Awards

The Boren Awards

Applicable For:

College & Graduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$30,000

Application Deadline:

25/01/2024
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About This Scholarship

Postsecondary U.S. students interested in studying abroad in regions crucial to U.S. interests can apply for the Boren Awards. The Boren Scholarships are available for undergraduate students, while graduate students can apply for the Boren Fellowships. The awards are named in honor of David L. Boren, who believed that partnerships with other countries were critical for the U.S. to work effectively. The scholarship grants up to $25,000 for Boren Scholars and up to $30,000 for Boren Fellows, with specific funding and requirements dependent on program duration, language emphasis in the chosen country, and the applicant’s field of study. The Boren Awards recognize and promote these partnerships in “the creation of new knowledge, technology, and international understanding.”

  • The Boren Fellowships are not limited to a single country; applicants may be selected for a two-year or longer study period in various countries. 
  • The awards are intended for students who want to study at a foreign university and need help finding a scholarship to meet their expenses. The Boren Awards were created in 1990. David L. Boren founded the awards to inspire students to create strong relationships between the U.S. and other countries worldwide. 

Eligibility Criteria For The Boren Awards

  • College & Graduate Student: The undergraduate students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents in good standing at a two-year or four-year U.S. institution and full-time during their study abroad period. The graduate students must be enrolled or accepted at a two-year or four-year accredited U.S. institution. They complete at least one semester of coursework at their home university to apply for the Boren Fellowships.
  • Study Abroad Program: The students must be enrolled in a two-year or four-year U.S. accredited institution during their international study.
  • Boren Fellowships: The graduate students must have completed at least one semester of coursework at their home university to apply for the Boren Fellowships.
  • Funding Requirements: The Boren Scholar and Boren Fellow funding are limited. The following is the breakdown: All awards are subject to available funds, except graduate students who may be eligible for an additional stipend if approved.
  • Letters of reference: Three letters of recommendation are required from a professor or academic advisor, the applicant’s undergraduate /graduate program coordinator, or the applicant’s academic advisor.
  • Test Scores: SAT scores are not required for applicants under the age of 18 at the time of submitting their application form. Applicants over 18 years old are required to submit their SAT and ACT scores for the English and Math sections.
  • Transcripts: Applicants must provide a copy of their college transcript/transcripts that show all completed coursework taken at the time of application.

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