DeadlineJanuary 20, 2027 (Fellowships), January 27, 2027 (Scholarships)
Award amount12-24 weeks: $12,500
Last checkedJun 26, 2026
Application
Application Instructions - Boren Fellowships
Detailed section-by-section overview of the application process for the graduate-level Boren Fellowships, including eligibility, personal information, academic details, and essays.
Must be a U.S. citizen.; Must be matriculated in a graduate degree program by the start date of the fellowship.; May not study overseas in a location where they are a citizen.
Requirements
Twelve application sections plus a review and submission section.; Unofficial transcript from current or most recent institution.; Unofficial transcripts from other institutions where credit was received.; Three letters of recommendation.; Language Evaluation from a recent instructor in that language.
Application materials
Personal Information; Academic Information (including transcripts); Employment History; Activities; Program Information & Budget; Essays
How to apply
Notify campus representative as early as possible.; Complete all twelve application sections.; Review and submit the application.; Contact boren@iieus.org for questions.
Documents
Unofficial transcripts; Letters of Affiliation (combined PDF)
