Apply for a Boren Scholarship to Cover Language Learning Abroad

submitted by leess8@augsburg.edu

The Boren Scholarship is an initiative by the US Federal Government to increase the study of languages by individuals committed to public service careers. The Boren Scholarship can be used to cover a variety of study abroad experiences where language learning is the focus. URGO and Study Abroad provide joint advising on this program and can assist any applicants in selecting a program, developing budgets and writing/editing application essays.

Scholarship amounts:

Up to $25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred)

Up to $12,500 for 12-24 weeks

Up to $8,000 for 8-11 weeks (STEM majors only)

If you are interested:

• Check out the Boren website (https://www.borenawards.org/) to learn about languages you can study and preferred countries!

• Watch the Info Session for Auggies we hosted with Boren staff in November: https://youtu.be/Sfx-PxbwlSE

• Let us know your interest by contacting Andrea Dvorak (dvorak@augsburg.edu) or URGO staff (urgo@augsburg.edu).

• Send application essay drafts to urgo@augsburg.edu – we will work through several drafts with you to ensure that you submit the strongest application possible.

Final applications are due February 3!

Learn more about Boren Scholarships