Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program
Fully funded summer language institute abroad (about eight weeks) in a critical language for U.S. college and graduate students. There is no service requirement.
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Who can apply
- For college students
- For grad students (preferred, not required)
- Citizenship: U.S. citizen
- Age: 18 or older by May of program year
- Enrolled in an accredited U.S. degree program; undergrads need one full year of college done by the program start.
How to apply
You’ll need an essay.
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Is this legit?
Trust 100/100 A government program, confirmed on the agency’s own site. No red flags.
Source: Federal program · checked September 30, 2026. Sponsors change dates and amounts; confirm with the sponsor before you apply.
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