Individual Fellowship Grant Program for Graduate Students in Oregon (USA)
GrantID: 1679
Grant Funding Amount Low: $300
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $30,000
Summary
A competitive U.S.-based fellowship is open to graduate and undergraduate students aiming to enhance foreign language proficiency and cultural understanding in global regions critical to national interests. This program offers substantial funding (up to $30,000 for graduate programs and $25,000 for undergraduates) to support immersive study or research abroad for durations ranging from 12 weeks to two years.
Benefits include:
Full or partial coverage of tuition, living expenses, travel, books, supplies, and insurance.
Support for coursework, research, internships, or hybrid experiences abroad.
Eligibility Criteria:
Must be a U.S. citizen enrolled in or applying to an accredited undergraduate or graduate program.
Study abroad must take place in regions outside Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand (e.g., Africa, ).
Proposals must include significant study of less commonly taught languages (even intermediate-level Spanish or French for STEM majors)
Key Requirements:
Includes a service commitment: recipients agree to work in federal government, national security, or public service for at least one year post-graduation.
Preference for intensive study abroad (minimum 12 weeks, preferably over six months).
Timeline:
Annual application cycle with deadlines typically in late January (e.g., Jan 2025) (carleton.edu).
Awards are announced each spring, to fund upcoming academic experiences.
Available To:
U.S. students across all levels and fields of study, provided their plans align with the program’s geographic, language, and service-oriented requirements.
Contact & Support:
Applications are submitted via a centralized online portal with institutional verification.
Program inquiries may be directed to Initiative’s dedicated email or phone line as listed in the portal’s contact section.
This fellowship offers a powerful combination of financial support, global immersion, and commitment to national service for students pursuing cross-cultural and linguistic excellence.
If you are located in Oregon and working in the area of Financial Assistance, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.
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