Do you intend to pursue a graduate or undergraduate degree? To improve your education, study elsewhere. Important career skills and information will be acquired, and graduates of certain U.S. government exchange programs may even be granted special hiring powers that facilitate their pursuit of federal employment. Look for a program that suits your needs.
Study & Intern Abroad – For U.S. Students
Study & Intern Abroad – For U.S. Students General Study Abroad Opportunities
General Study Abroad Opportunities| Program | Target Audience | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Gilman International Scholarship | Pell Grant-eligible undergrads | Funds study/intern abroad; includes John McCain Scholarship for military family children |
| Boren Awards | Undergrads & grads | Study critical languages in regions important to U.S. national security |
| Fulbright U.S. Student Program | Recent grads/early professionals | Study, research, or teach English in 140+ countries |
| Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Program | Recent grads | Teach English and act as a U.S. cultural ambassador in 75 countries |
| Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) | Undergrads & grads | Fully-funded summer language programs in 15 languages |
| Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) | Young professionals | Year-long study & internship in Germany |
Language, Culture, and Regional Studies
Language, Culture, and Regional Studies| Program | Target Audience | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| FLAS Fellowships | Undergrads & grads | Language and area studies via FLAS-approved universities |
| Language Flagship | Undergrads | Advanced language study + overseas immersion |
| Project GO | ROTC students | Domestic and abroad language study |
| Fulbright-Hays DDRA | Doctoral students | Dissertation research abroad in world regions (except Western Europe) |
STEM, Environment, & Health-Focused Scholarships
STEM, Environment, & Health-Focused Scholarships| Program | Level | Agency | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barry Goldwater Scholarship | Undergrads | N/A | For future researchers in STEM |
| Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship | Undergrads | NOAA | Oceanic and atmospheric sciences |
| Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship | Grads | NOAA | Ocean, marine biology, archaeology |
| EPA GRO Fellowships | Undergrads | EPA | Environmental science |
| NIH Fogarty International Center | Grads & Postdocs | NIH | Global health research partnerships |
| NSF International Programs | All levels | NSF | Various global research/study support |
| Hubert Global Health Fellowship | Med/Vet students | CDC | Public health experience abroad |
| SMART Scholarship | Undergrad & grad | DoD | Full funding for STEM + guaranteed employment |
| Science to Achieve Results (STAR) | Grads | EPA | Environment-focused research support |
Public Service, Policy, and Government Careers
Public Service, Policy, and Government Careers| Program | Target Audience | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Truman Scholarship | Undergrads (juniors) | Up to $30k for grad school in public service |
| Thomas R. Pickering Fellowship | Undergrad & grad | Supports a career in the Foreign Service |
| Stokes Scholarship Program (NGA) | Undergrads | Financial aid + federal job upon graduation |
| CIA Student Programs | Undergrad & grad | Paid internships and scholarships |
| USAID Fellowships/Grants | Universities & scholars | Research and global development opportunities |
Targeted Scholarships for Minority/Indigenous/Underrepresented Students
Targeted Scholarships for Minority/Indigenous/Underrepresented Students| Program | Audience | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cobell Scholarship | American Indian/Alaska Native students | Covers all degree levels |
| Udall Scholarship | Sophomores/Juniors | For Native students or environmental leaders |
| USDA/1994 Tribal Scholars Program | Tribal college students | Careers in agriculture & natural resources |
| USDA/1890 National Scholars Program | HBCU students | Agriculture-focused study + internships |
Career-Focused Internships & Apprenticeships
Career-Focused Internships & Apprenticeships| Program | Focus | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Export.gov Internships | Commerce | Intern at U.S. embassies abroad |
| William F. Helms Internship Program | Agriculture | Intern with USDA APHIS |
| Registered Apprenticeship Program | Various sectors | Hands-on training in skilled industries |