Boren Scholarship
Who can apply
- The Boren Scholarship is available to undergraduate students who wish to study abroad in selected areas.
- To be considered, you must submit a proposal to the NSEP listing your field, geographic area, and language of emphasis.
- U.S. citizenship is also required.
About the scholarship
Selection is based on academic record, potential to succeed in proposed area of study, commitment to international education, language interest and aptitude, quality and appropriateness of proposed program and its relevancy to the National Security Education Program. All award recipients must enter into a service agreement with the NSEP.
- Humanities
- Undergraduate
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Frequently asked questions
When is the deadline for the Boren Scholarship?
The deadline is January 27, 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 Scholarship worth?
The Boren Scholarship is worth $25,000.
Who can apply for the Boren Scholarship?
It's open to undergraduate 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.
Do I need to be a U.S. citizen?
The listing says it's open to U.S. citizens. National Security Education Program decides who is eligible.
How do I apply for the Boren Scholarship?
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 Scholarship?
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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