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Critical Language Scholarship (CLS)

U.S. Dept of State
Fully funded

Intensive summer language study in critical-need languages

Deadline
January 15, 2027
Typically November-January
Funding
Where
Various
Who it's for
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Open to US citizens enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited US institution. Applicants must be at least 18 by May 15 of the award year.
Field of study
Language Study / Area Studies
Length
8–10 weeks

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