The Boren Awards are prestigious scholarships and fellowships designed to support U.S. undergraduate and graduate students who wish to study abroad in regions critical to national security. Funded by the National Security Education Program, these awards encourage students to learn languages and cultures that are less commonly taught in the United States. Recipients of the Boren Awards commit to working in a government position for at least one year after graduation. This initiative aims to develop a pool of professionals with international experience and language skills, ultimately enhancing the U.S. government's ability to address global challenges.