University of Washington-Seattle Campus (out-of-state)

Award Amount: Varies, up to $30,000 Description: Boren Awards provide up to $30,000 to U.S. graduate students to add an important international and language component to their graduate education through specialization in area study, language study, or increased language proficiency. Boren Fellowships support study and research in areas of the world that are critical to U.S. interests, including Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. The countries of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are excluded. BOREN FELLOWSHIPS: Fund research and language study proposals by U.S. graduate students in world regions critical to U.S. interests. Maximum awards are determined by duration abroad: Up to $25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred) Up to $12,500 for 12-24 weeks + Up to $12,000 for domestic language study (optional) Boren Fellows have the option to apply for up to $12,000 for domestic summer intensive language courses. If requested, the maximum total combined domestic and overseas award amount is $30,000. Eligibility: -U.S. citizens at the time of the national application deadline -A high school graduate, or have earned a GED -At least 18 years of age or older at the time of the national application deadline -Planning an overseas program in a country outside of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand -Planning to study in a country of which they are not a citizen Matriculated for the duration of their Boren Awards-funded program in an undergraduate or graduate degree program located within the United States and accredited by a body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (For ROTC cadets and midshipmen and members of the military Reserves or National Guard) In inactive, non-drilling status for the duration of their Boren Awards-funded program In addition to these basic eligibility criteria, the Boren Awards give preference to programs based on their duration, focus on intensive study of a preferred language in a preferred country, and the applicant’s field of study.