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Southeast Asian Studies Summer Institute (SEASSI) Language Scholarship

Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
Application Timeframe: Spring
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Hoping to learn a new language this summer?

SEAP offers one qualified undergraduate student a chance to win a full scholarship to intensively study a Southeast Asian language for eight full weeks at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. This scholarship is intended for beginners; no prior instruction in or knowledge of any Southeast Asian language is necessary.

SEASSI is an eight-week intensive language training program, offering a chance to jump-start your language learning experience. Each language course is equivalent to two semesters of study, with full academic year credit.

Learn more about SEASSI.

If you plan on attending SEASSI using a SEAP SEASSI Language Scholarship, please note that you must ALSO apply directly to SEASSI. The priority application deadline for SEASSI is March 15, 2025:

Amount

A full scholarship covering the cost of tuition at SEASSI, plus a stipend of $2,500.

Eligibility

No prior language experience required

How to Apply

Please use the “Apply” button below to create and submit an application using the Einaudi Center Funding Application website (Cornell NetID login required).

Required materials include:

  • Statement of Purpose (academic background, career goals, other qualifications)
  • Letters of recommendation

Questions?

Please direct any questions to SEAP Program Manager Colin Peterson at crp88@cornell.edu.

Additional Information

Funding Type

  • Scholarship

Role

  • Student

Program