Two applicants may be nominated from UW-Madison for consideration each year. Applications will be available in the fall. Last year they were due on November 8. Each year NSEP selects 100-125 graduate students to pursue the study of languages and cultures of world areas other than Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Fields of study include business, political science, applied sciences, international affairs, engineering, health, law, economics, history, and other social sciences.
Eligibility is limited to U.S. citizens.
A service requirement with the U.S. government is required of all fellowship recipients. Last year the application deadline was January 15. Connecticut Avenue NW Suite 900, Washington, D.C. 20009-1202.