Applications are open for the 2022 Critical Language Scholarship

Learn a new language!  Study Abroad! The CLS Program is now open! 

Interested in learning a new language? Want an immersive study abroad experience? The CLS Program is an intensive, overseas language and cultural immersion program for American students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities. Selected students spend eight to ten weeks abroad studying one of 15 critical languages. The program includes intensive language instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Internal:  November 1st
National:  November 16th

To Apply: https://clscholarship.org/apply

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CLS, a program of the U.S. Department of State, is part of a wider government initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages that are critical to national security and economic prosperity. CLS plays an important role in preparing students for the 21st century’s globalized workforce and increasing national competitiveness.

Eligibility: Students enrolled in any degree-seeking program are eligible to apply. The CLS Program actively seeks applicants whose study of a critical language relates to their academic field of interest and future career goals. Students  in diverse fields of study, including STEM fields, law, medicine, international studies, and the humanities are encouraged to apply.

Languages Offered: 

No Previous Study Required: Azerbaijani, Bangla, Hindi, Indonesian, Persian, Punjabi, Swahili, Turkish, and Urdu 

One Year of Study Required: Arabic, Korean, Portuguese, and Russian 

Two Years of Study Required: Chinese and Japanese

Application Deadlines:
Internal:  November 1st
National:  November 16th

Application available online at: https://www.clscholarship.org/apply

Questions or application help? Contact the Office of Nationally Competitive Awards, nationalawards@cofc.edu.

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