Summer Language Grant 2026

The Shevchenko Scientific Society in the U.S. (NTSh-A) announces an open competition for scholarships for summer Ukrainian language study. Programs may be based at a university in the United States, or through a program offering intensive Ukrainian language study abroad (for example, in Poland). We welcome applications from current undergraduate or graduate students. 

Scholarships will be a one-time payment of $2000.

Applicants should submit the following items by email to grants@shevchenko.org:

  • Short Curriculum Vitae (1 page)
  • Motivational Statement (1 page single-spaced) that describes why the candidate wishes to study Ukrainian and how it will shape their career path
  • Letter of acceptance by a summer language program. 

Applications will be evaluated by the Grants Committee of NTSh-A. The deadline for submitting applications is April 1, 2026. Applicants will be notified by May 1, 2026.