This event is co-hosted by the Office of International Programs and the Islamic Civilization and Societies Program and will be facilitated by Prof. Kathleen Bailey and Christina Hatzipetros, campus advisors for the CLS  program. It aims to help prepare candidates for the current application cycle. Applications for summer 2019 programs are due November 27.  

The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is an intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for American students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities. The program includes intensive language instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains.

CLS is part of a wider government initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages that are critical to national security and economic prosperity. CLS plays an important role in preparing students for the 21st century's globalized workforce and increasing national competitiveness.

The Critical Language Scholarship Program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and administered by American Councils for International Education.