Any student enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program is eligible to apply. These undergraduate scholarships are designed to provide Americans with an understanding of less commonly taught languages and cultures, and to enable them to become integrally involved in global issues. The program also endeavors to build a critical base of future leaders, develop a cadre of professionals with more than traditional knowledge of language and culture, to enhance institutional capacity, and increase the number of faculty who can educate US citizens toward achieving these goals. Scholarships will apply to study in all countries except Japan, Canada, Greece, and those in Western Europe. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in undertaking serious study in foreign countries as a complement to US academic and career goals.
Awards are a minimum of one academic term.
The amount of an NSEP scholarship award will vary from the full cost of participation in an established study abroad program to partial support, based on financial need as certified by the institution s financial aid office. These scholarships are offered for the regular academic year at an institution assigned by Rotary. Two years of university coursework must be completed when the scholarship begins. Applicants must be citizens of a country in which there is a Rotary Club. Rotary Foundation Cultural Ambassadorial Scholarships Rotary offers three to six month grants intended to provide undergraduates, of at least sophomore standing, and graduate students an opportunity to refine their language skills, as well as experience cultural immersion.