The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS OFFICE – 2403 Marie Mount Hall – 

Francis DuVinage, Director – Leslie Brice, Assistant Director – www.scholarships.umd.edu

Are you aiming at a career in International Affairs? 

The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is designed to provide undergraduate students with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. Students with financial need and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the State Department or State and USAID Foreign Services, are encouraged to apply. Students who take part in the Program are referred to as Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Scholars (Rangel Scholars). This program takes place at Howard University in Washington DC for six weeks beginning in mid-June. It includes academic courses and additional seminars and visits to give students exposure to key policymakers and practitioners of international affairs. 

Who Can Apply:  U.S. Citizens – Full-time undergraduate students (Freshmen see note below) – GPA of 3.2 or higher required – All Majors– Students with financial need and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service are encouraged to apply. IMPORTANT: The selection committee may consider students who have completed their freshman year if these students have outstanding academic backgrounds and significant international experience.

Award Amount: Students who are accepted receive tuition, travel, room and board, as well as a $3,200 stipend for the program.

Interested in learning about the Rangel Summer Enrichment program? Please write to us at scholarships@umd.edu.

Application Deadline: February 2, 2017