Boren Fellowship

Who can apply

  • You must be pursuing the study of languages and cultures deemed critical to U.S. national security and be highly motivated by the opportunity to work in the federal government to qualify for this award.

About the scholarship

The Boren Fellowship is available to U.S. graduate students wishing to pursue their studies overseas. Students wishing to do a combination of domestic and overseas studies may also apply.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the deadline for the Boren Fellowship?

The deadline is January 20, 2027. National Security Education Program sets the exact cutoff time, which can be earlier than the end of the day, so check the provider's page before you apply.

How much is the Boren Fellowship worth?

The Boren Fellowship is worth $25,000.

Who can apply for the Boren Fellowship?

It's open to graduate students, according to the listing. Every requirement is listed under “Who can apply” on this page, and National Security Education Program decides who is eligible.

How do I apply for the Boren Fellowship?

You apply on National Security Education Program's site, under its rules. Create your profile and sign in, then select Apply now on this page to open the provider's application.

Who offers the Boren Fellowship?

National Security Education Program offers this scholarship. It reviews applications and chooses the winner. AspireOpen lists the scholarship so you can find it, but doesn't review applications for it.

Will I hear back if I don’t win?

National Security Education Program decides whether to contact applicants who don't win. You apply on the provider's site, so AspireOpen doesn't receive results for this scholarship. If you haven't heard back after the deadline, check the provider's page or contact National Security Education Program.

How is the scholarship paid?

National Security Education Program pays the award on its own terms, including whether it goes to your school or to you and when. The provider's page has the details.

Are these details up to date?

We last reviewed this listing on November 1, 2026. Details can change, so check the provider's page before you apply.

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