Regional Flagship Language Initiative

The Regional Flagship Language Initiative, provided by the Defense Language and National Security Education Office (DLNSEO), is designed for undergraduate Boren Scholars and graduate Boren Fellows. The program offers intensive language training to help students achieve rapid proficiency in languages critical to national security. Coursework is tailored to all levels, though French requires intermediate proficiency.

The initiative covers educational and travel expenses for a domestic summer program and an overseas fall program. Covered costs include tuition, books, program excursions, housing, meals, and a travel stipend. The overseas phase also covers visa fees, airfare, and health insurance. Optional spring funding is available for self-designed language study or internships.

Because this initiative is funded through the federal Boren Awards, applicants must complete the standard Boren application. While the program does not directly require the FAFSA for eligibility, students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA to coordinate their federal financial aid package with their Boren funding. See the official page for current dates.