Info Sessions

Are you a UMD undergraduate currently studying, or strongly interested in studying, a language critical to US national interests? Are you strongly interested in US government service?

The Boren Scholarship offers undergraduates up to $25,000 for long-term (two semesters; one for STEM majors) study abroad focused on learning critical languages. US Citizenship is required, All classes including SENIORS are eligible. Campus deadline: TBD Late January, 2026

Zoom Info Sessions Next Week - Click here to register for a session

Tuesday, October 21 at 4 pm

Wednesday, October 22 at 4 pm

Can't attend? Click here for access to our ELMS resource site for Boren applicants.
 

Eligible regions include Africa, South Asia, East and Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe and former Soviet Republics, Latin America (esp. for Portuguese), and the Middle East. (Boren Scholarships MAY NOT be used for study in Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.) Boren Scholarships can be used for study abroad in Summer 2026 (summer-only option limited to STEM/BS majors), Fall 2026, and Spring 2027. Two semester plans STRONGLY preferred.

*The Boren Scholarship is a U.S. Government-funded award that seeks applicants who have a strong interest in future Government service; the award carries a one-year service expectation.*