Fellowship Spotlights
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) offers immersive summer programs for students to learn languages of strategic importance to the national and economic security of the U.S. Participants complete one-year of language study in an 8-week intensive course focused on cultural immersion and language instruction. CLS has hosted more than 10,000 participants from across the U.S. Upon completion of the program, scholars gain access to a global network, which includes year-round activities and special engagement opportunities.
Who can apply?
- Undergraduate and Graduate students
- You must be a U.S. Citizen or national
- You must have completed your first-year of university by the program start date
- If there are language requirements for the language you are interested in, you must meet those requirements.
Application Process
The application cycle opens in August and generally closes in November. This years cycle closes November 18, 2025, at 8:00pm ET. The application includes essays, and does not require a reference.
The Capital Fellows Program is a unique opportunity to participate in policy development at the California Capital for post-grad students interested in government and public policy. Programs include the Executive, Senate, and Assembly Fellowship programs. All fellows are part of a cohort where they are placed in different areas of state government, and participate in team building, professional development, and community engagement activities throught the year-long fellowship.
Who can apply?
- Must be at least 20 by the start of the fellowship
- Have a bachelors degree by the start of the fellowship
- Have cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher in last semester or quarter
- Demonstrate interest in state government and public policy
- Have U.S work authorization for the duration of the fellowship program
Application Process
Applications require a recommendation, Resume and two essays. Applications open early Fall and close in early December. This year’s program cycle closes on December 8th, 2025.
The Coro Fellows program is a national fellowship that focuses on equipping emerging civil leaders with opportunities that transform fellows personally and professionally. The programs run in New York, Southern California, Northern California, Pittsburgh, and St. Louis, and have been cultivating a community of civil leadership for over 75 years, and connects fellows with a network of 15,000 alumni, propelling them to acheive their goals in make impact in their communities.
Who can apply?
- Open to anyone with a Bachelors degree
- Candidates within 1-3 years of post-college work are very encouraged to apply
Application Process
Applications typically open in August, and close January of the following year. Applications for the 2026-2027 year close January 11, 2026. The online application requires a resume, two letters of recommendation, two essays, and a one minute video testimonial.
The Fulbright UK Summer Institutes are month-long programs for US students who have little to no international travel experience. Participants get the opportunity to learn about UK culture and UK university life. Students apply to specific higher education programs of their discipline or interest and get to study with leading professors, gain cultural experience, receive transferable credit, and practice multi-cultural exchange.
Who can apply?
- Be as US citizen with a US passport
- Have had no or very little experience outside of North America
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.6
- Have at least two years of undergraduate study remaining after the Institute finishes
- Not participate in any other study abroad programs during the Summer of 2026.
Application process
Applications for Summer 2026 opens on November 11, 2025 and close in Febuary 2, 2026. Application materials include a personal statement, letter of recommendation, and your transcript.
The Goldwater Scholarship, named after senator Barry Goldwater is a scholarship opportunity for college sophomores and juniors who are interested in pursuing research careers in natural sciences, math, and engineering.
Who can apply?
- Be a college sophomore or junior
- Have a GPA greater than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Are a citizen or permanent resident
Application process
Applications open in early September and institutional nominations have to be submitted by January 30th, 2026. Students must be nominated by the University to apply. If interested, please fill out the university endorsement form. Application components include a research essay, recommendations, and a campus endorsement.
The Truman Foundation identifies aspiring leaders when they are college juniors and recognize and reward their commitments to careers in public service. Awardees receive up to $30,000 for their studies, as well as access to extensive leadership development programs, mentoring, and federal government hiring assistance.
Who can apply?
US Citizens who are currently enrolled at a US based university and are in their second to last year of university if graduating in four or in their final year if they are graduating in three years or less. Students have to be nominated by their current or former institution, and you must be planning to attend graduate school in pursuit of a career in public service.
Application Process
The Truman fellowship requires campus nomination and applications must be started at least three months prior to the deadline. Professor David Donahue advises students on Truman, you can find his information on this page. The national deadline is February 3rd, 2026.
Amgen is a biotech company that hosts an Undergraduate Summer Research Program in Science and Biotechnology, where every summer students conduct research at leading US institutions like Stanford, John’s Hopkins, UCSF, and Yale. Undergraduates work with top faculty on a research project, attend group-based seminars and networking events, and attend a symposium in their region to network, learn about biotechnology, and hear from leading scientists.
Who can apply?
- U.S. Citizen of permanent resident
- Undergrad student enrolled in 4-year program at U.S. institution
- Open to Sophmores, Juniors, or non-graduating Seniors
- Must have GPA of 3.2 or above
- Must have an interest in pursuing a PH.D or M.D/Ph.D
Application process
Applicants apply to the institutional program they are interested in, and the deadline for all program applications is February 1, 2026.
The Voyager Scholarship Program was created in conjunction with the Obama Foundation and the co-founder of Airbnb. It is a two-year leadership development and scholarship program, aiming to equip the next generation of public leaders through financial aid, immersive work experience, and travel stipends lasting 10 years.
Who can apply?
- Be a second year college student
- Demonstrate financial need
- Have minimum 3.0 GPA
- Be a U.S citizen, national, or permanent resident, or have received DACA
Application process
The scholarship applications usually opein in January, and close in April. Look out for the 2026 application release. The application focuses on academic service, work and public service experiences, access to other leadership development programs, a video answer submission, and an essay submission.
Boren Awards are scholarships and fellowships for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students committed to long-term overseas study and to public service. Boren awardees receive funding to study the languages most critical to the nation's security.
The Boren Fellowship is for graduate students, or students who are applying to graduate programs, and the Boren Scholarship is for undergraduates who are planning to study abroad.
Who can apply?
U.S citizens that are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program located within the United States who are planning to study somewhere outside of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.
Application Process
The Boren Awards require specific guidelines for the Fellow and Scholarship tracks, and campus review is also required. The Boren cycle usually opens in late August or early September, and has deadlines in January.
For the Fellows program, the deadline is January 21st, 2026. For the Scholarship program, the deadline is January 28, 2026.
The Fulbright U.S. The Student Program offers over 2,000 funded opportunities in 140+ countries to study, research, or teach English abroad while promoting cross-cultural interaction and mutual understanding. All fields are welcome to apply, although specific grant opportunities have field restrictions or specific preferences, which varies based on the grants.
Who can apply?
The Fulbright program accepts seniors, post-grads, and graduate students. To apply, you must be citizens or nationals of the United States of America at the time of application. If you are not a U.S. citizen, explore your country of citizenship Fulbright opportunities, most countries have commissions. Applicants must have a conferred bachelor's degree or equivalent before the start of the grant period. Applicants must meet the language requirements of the award to which they are applying and demonstrate sufficient competency to complete their project and adjust to life in the host country.
Application Process
The Fulbright U.S. The student program application cycle generally opens in August and closes early October. Since you can be endorsed by USF for this fellowship, there is a Campus wide deadline which is usually a month before the national deadline.
For the 2026-2027 cycle, USF's Campus Fulbright Deadline for the 2026-2027 was on September 7th, 2025, and the national deadline is October 7, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. ET.