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Fulbright U.S. Student Programs

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program seeks to identify and financially support students who are interested in a year-long intellectual and cultural exchange abroad. There are grants available to more than 150 countries in Europe, the Near East, Africa, Central and South America, and the Asia/Pacific region. Fulbright Grants are awarded for either post-graduate research and study in universities or for English teaching assistantships. Research/study grants are available for students interested in further pursuing their research interests abroad or to cover a year of graduate study abroad. English Teaching Assistantships give students the chance to teach English as a second language, along with opportunity to take language classes and/or conduct a smaller independent research project while abroad. Rising seniors and alumni who are in good health and are US citizens are eligible to apply. Qualities of a great candidate include adaptability. flexibility, dynamism, a commitment to community engagement, and a strong interest in the host country.

The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship is open to students who intend to pursue research careers in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering and to foster excellence in those fields. Goldwater Scholars receive $7500 for each of their remaining years of undergraduate study. Students who can demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential, have engaged in significant research experience in one of the forementioned disciplines during the academic year and the summer, and intend to pursue research in graduate school and beyond, should consider applying. Each year, ����̽̽ can nominate up to four students. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and be in their sophomore or junior year.

The Harry S. Truman Scholarship seeks to identify and support current juniors who have demonstrated significant leadership abilities and are dedicated to pursuing a career in public service. The Truman Foundation's definition of public service includes work for government agencies, public and private schools, many non-profit organizations, and more. Truman Scholars receive $30,000 for graduate school as well as extensive mentorship and optional internships in Washington D.C. Students should have a record of public and community service, a commitment to a career in government or other public service, exceptional leadership & communication skills, and a strong academic record. ����̽̽ is allowed to nominate up to five juniors to participate in the national Truman Scholarship competition and up to 65 Truman Scholarships are awarded annually. 

The Udall Scholarship supports undergraduate students who demonstrate a commitment to improving or preserving the environment. Students should be able to demonstrate academic achievement, interest in environmental issues, a strong record of leadership & public service outside of the classroom, and a commitment to pursuing a career related to the environment. 

Native American and Alaska Native students are additionally eligible for support in the fields of Tribal Public Policy or Native American health care. Students applying for a Udall in either of these fields do not need to demonstrate a commitment to the environment. Instead, a great candidate will be able to demonstrate leadership, advocacy within Native American communities, academic achievement, and a potential for future impact.

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The Boren Scholarship supports students pursuing language and cultural study in areas vital to U.S. security interests and learning a less commonly taught language. Areas of study include Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Critical need languages include Arabic, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, and MANY other languages not offered at ����̽̽ (Read list of ). There is no minimum proficiency requirement for most languages. Students are generally expected to be spending at least one semester abroad, although summer programs may be approved for those in highly structured majors. 

 are offered to students who are seeking to study critical languages during the summer. This program is geared toward languages and cultures essential to American national security, economic prosperity, and engagement with the rest of the world. Languages include Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, Korean, and Swahili; see the full list of here. Applicants apply to a language, not a country; some languages have multiple program locations, but applicants cannot preference one location over others. Applicants should be able to connect the language they will be studying to their personal goals and to the CLS Program goals. 

 are short summer study abroad programs for students with limited experience overseas and at least two years of undergraduate study remaining. Programs generally last for three to four weeks and are offered at institutions across the United Kingdom in a variety of disciplines. Each Institute is hosted by a different university, and each focus on a specific historical or cultural context, or a subject or topic, although all will give students opportunities to explore the culture, heritage and history of the UK. Applicants should be able to demonstrate strong academic abilities, leadership potential, the ability to be a good ambassador for the United States, and plans to use the program to give back to the United States after returning. 

The  aims to help undergraduate students of limited financial means and/or who are traditionally under-represented in study-abroad by providing grants for academic studies abroad. The program encourages students to choose non-traditional study abroad destinations, especially those outside of Western Europe and Australia. Students. Applicants can receive up to $5000 depending on the student’s financial need and the length of their study abroad program. Applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant and must plan to be abroad for at least a semester (summer programs are not eligible).