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A National Security Education Program Initiative Administered by the Institute of International Education
Boren Scholarships Crafting Competitive Essays
National Deadline February 9 2016 Students are encouraged to work closely with their campus representatives who will set earlier on-campus deadlines
bull Provide funding for undergraduate students to study in areas critical to national security
Africa Asia Central amp Eastern Europe Eurasia Latin America Middle East
bull Emphasize learning less commonly taught languages bull Promote long-term linguistic and cultural immersion bull Require 1 year of service in the federal government
Eligibility Must be a US Citizen matriculated in an undergraduate degree program in the US
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Tips for a Competitive Application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
bull Draft your essays
bull Read the questions again
bull Make sure you have addressed each component
1 Answer Our Questions
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
2 Use Transitions
Address all components in one cohesive response (not point by point)
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
hellipldquoMy name is Joe and I am applying for the Boren Scholarshiprdquohellip
4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
bull Do not include footnotes bull Do not include quotes from
famous politicians hellipldquoHenry Kissinger defines power asrdquohellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Do Not Start Essays Withhellip hellipWhen I first saw the sun
rise over the Serengetihellip
5 Nor a Personal Statement
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
hellipI would like to study aboardhellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
7 Use the space provided but be concise
bull If we give you 2 pages do not just write 1 paragraph
bull Donrsquot go off on tangents just to fill the space
bull Donrsquot be redundant
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
bull Get feedback from your Boren campus representative
bull Ask advisors to review your application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
bull Provide funding for undergraduate students to study in areas critical to national security
Africa Asia Central amp Eastern Europe Eurasia Latin America Middle East
bull Emphasize learning less commonly taught languages bull Promote long-term linguistic and cultural immersion bull Require 1 year of service in the federal government
Eligibility Must be a US Citizen matriculated in an undergraduate degree program in the US
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Tips for a Competitive Application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
bull Draft your essays
bull Read the questions again
bull Make sure you have addressed each component
1 Answer Our Questions
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
2 Use Transitions
Address all components in one cohesive response (not point by point)
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
hellipldquoMy name is Joe and I am applying for the Boren Scholarshiprdquohellip
4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
bull Do not include footnotes bull Do not include quotes from
famous politicians hellipldquoHenry Kissinger defines power asrdquohellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Do Not Start Essays Withhellip hellipWhen I first saw the sun
rise over the Serengetihellip
5 Nor a Personal Statement
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
hellipI would like to study aboardhellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
7 Use the space provided but be concise
bull If we give you 2 pages do not just write 1 paragraph
bull Donrsquot go off on tangents just to fill the space
bull Donrsquot be redundant
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
bull Get feedback from your Boren campus representative
bull Ask advisors to review your application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
10 Tips for a Competitive Application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
bull Draft your essays
bull Read the questions again
bull Make sure you have addressed each component
1 Answer Our Questions
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
2 Use Transitions
Address all components in one cohesive response (not point by point)
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
hellipldquoMy name is Joe and I am applying for the Boren Scholarshiprdquohellip
4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
bull Do not include footnotes bull Do not include quotes from
famous politicians hellipldquoHenry Kissinger defines power asrdquohellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Do Not Start Essays Withhellip hellipWhen I first saw the sun
rise over the Serengetihellip
5 Nor a Personal Statement
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
hellipI would like to study aboardhellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
7 Use the space provided but be concise
bull If we give you 2 pages do not just write 1 paragraph
bull Donrsquot go off on tangents just to fill the space
bull Donrsquot be redundant
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
bull Get feedback from your Boren campus representative
bull Ask advisors to review your application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
2 Use Transitions
Address all components in one cohesive response (not point by point)
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
hellipldquoMy name is Joe and I am applying for the Boren Scholarshiprdquohellip
4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
bull Do not include footnotes bull Do not include quotes from
famous politicians hellipldquoHenry Kissinger defines power asrdquohellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Do Not Start Essays Withhellip hellipWhen I first saw the sun
rise over the Serengetihellip
5 Nor a Personal Statement
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
hellipI would like to study aboardhellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
7 Use the space provided but be concise
bull If we give you 2 pages do not just write 1 paragraph
bull Donrsquot go off on tangents just to fill the space
bull Donrsquot be redundant
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
bull Get feedback from your Boren campus representative
bull Ask advisors to review your application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
hellipldquoMy name is Joe and I am applying for the Boren Scholarshiprdquohellip
4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
bull Do not include footnotes bull Do not include quotes from
famous politicians hellipldquoHenry Kissinger defines power asrdquohellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Do Not Start Essays Withhellip hellipWhen I first saw the sun
rise over the Serengetihellip
5 Nor a Personal Statement
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
hellipI would like to study aboardhellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
7 Use the space provided but be concise
bull If we give you 2 pages do not just write 1 paragraph
bull Donrsquot go off on tangents just to fill the space
bull Donrsquot be redundant
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
bull Get feedback from your Boren campus representative
bull Ask advisors to review your application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
bull Do not include footnotes bull Do not include quotes from
famous politicians hellipldquoHenry Kissinger defines power asrdquohellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Do Not Start Essays Withhellip hellipWhen I first saw the sun
rise over the Serengetihellip
5 Nor a Personal Statement
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
hellipI would like to study aboardhellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
7 Use the space provided but be concise
bull If we give you 2 pages do not just write 1 paragraph
bull Donrsquot go off on tangents just to fill the space
bull Donrsquot be redundant
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
bull Get feedback from your Boren campus representative
bull Ask advisors to review your application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Do Not Start Essays Withhellip hellipWhen I first saw the sun
rise over the Serengetihellip
5 Nor a Personal Statement
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
hellipI would like to study aboardhellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
7 Use the space provided but be concise
bull If we give you 2 pages do not just write 1 paragraph
bull Donrsquot go off on tangents just to fill the space
bull Donrsquot be redundant
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
bull Get feedback from your Boren campus representative
bull Ask advisors to review your application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
hellipI would like to study aboardhellip
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
7 Use the space provided but be concise
bull If we give you 2 pages do not just write 1 paragraph
bull Donrsquot go off on tangents just to fill the space
bull Donrsquot be redundant
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
bull Get feedback from your Boren campus representative
bull Ask advisors to review your application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
7 Use the space provided but be concise
bull If we give you 2 pages do not just write 1 paragraph
bull Donrsquot go off on tangents just to fill the space
bull Donrsquot be redundant
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
bull Get feedback from your Boren campus representative
bull Ask advisors to review your application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
bull Get feedback from your Boren campus representative
bull Ask advisors to review your application
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
bull Meet with them bull Provide a draft of your
essays bull Have them address
feasibility
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
The information on the website is for your benefit
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Essay 1 Significance bull Explain the significance of your proposed country region and
language to US national security bull Describe how the country language and overseas
program you selected will help you achieve your career goals including your plans to fulfill the federal service requirement
bull If appropriate you may also include relevant past academic
extracurricular volunteer internship and professional experiences Be specific
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Address National Security based on own background
Address future career interest and service requirement
Explain why you would like to work in particular parts of the government
Relate all components of the essay to one another
Give equal attention to all parts of the question
Vague future goals General national security
arguments Donrsquot use ldquoshopping listrdquo
approach Better to focus on a couple of issues in detail
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Essay 2 Study Abroad Description bull Describe the study abroad programrsquos course of study and related
cultural activities
bull Describe the language component in as much detail as possible including the number of classroom contact hours
bull Describe your past experience in studying or speaking the language
(or another language if relevant)as well as your plans for continuing to study andor speak the language following your Boren Scholarship
Limit 800 Words
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Be clear about why the study abroad program is right for you
Give concrete language study examples ndash in and out of class
Explain preparation (if a new language explain why)
Show ongoing commitment
Weak reasons for picking the study abroad program (ex ldquoMy school offers itrdquo)
Listing language goals as an afterthought
Introduction General Essay Tips Essay 1 Essay 2
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-
Boren Scholarships A National Security Education Program Initiative
Administered by the Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW Suite 650
Washington DC 20005
boreniieorg 1-800-618-NSEP
wwwborenawardsorg
- Slide Number 1
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- Slide Number 4
- Use Transitions
- 3 Donrsquot Tell Us What We Already Know
- 4 The Essay is Not a Research Paper
- 5 Nor a Personal Statement
- 6 Spellcheck is not always your friend
- 7 Use the space provided but be concise
- 8 Work with your campus reps and advisors
- 9 Choose Your Recommenders Wisely
- 10 Use all BorenAwardsorg Resources
- Slide Number 14
- Slide Number 15
- Slide Number 16
- Slide Number 17
- Slide Number 18
-