Scholarship
Boren Awards
The Boren Awards provide funding for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to study less commonly taught languages and cultures in world regions critical to U.S. interests, including Nepal. Recipients commit to working in the federal government for at least one year after graduation.
About this scholarship
Boren Awards is offered by United States Government for study in Nepal at bachelor and master level. The award is valued at Up to $25,000, provided as other support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as other funding. Applicants selected receive Up to $25,000. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor and master level. Eligible study areas include Language, Politics, Religion and Environmental Studies. Nationality requirements apply: United States.
Eligibility
Must be a U.S. citizen, enrolled in an accredited U.S. institution, and applying for a study abroad program in an eligible country.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-01-28. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor and master
Fields of study
Language, Politics, Religion and Environmental Studies
Nationality requirements
United States
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- United States Government
- Study destination
- Nepal
- Eligible applicant countries
- United States
- Award
- Up to $25,000
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- bachelor and master
- Fields of study
- Language, Politics, Religion and Environmental Studies
- Nationality
- United States
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-01-28
- Verification
- Not yet manually verified
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-21