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We are pleased to offer a variety of scholarships to help families meet the financial obligations of our summer youth Language Village programs. From our general Passport Fund to language-specific scholarships funded by our partners and awards from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, we provide thousands of dollars every year to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to experience Concordia Language Villages.

Passport Fund

Scholarships are available for Concordia Language Villages’ summer youth programs through our Passport Fund. The Passport Fund allows villagers to apply for funding from multiple sources with one application. Simply submit the application after completing your registration and we will make the best award possible from our different scholarship funds.

Scholarship Information Guide
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Exclusive! STARTALK Credit Program - Apply Today!

Concordia Language Villages is proud to be the recipient of a STARTALK grant to provide 24 students with a fully funded Four-Week High School Credit Program presented in conjunction with STARTALK staff using a custom STARTALK curriculum.

STARTALK is a federal grant program managed and funded by the National Security Agency. STARTALK grants fund innovative programs with strong language learning outcomes for K-16 students in support of the STARTALK goals. STARTALKgrants currently support programs offered in the following critical need languages: Chinese and Russian.

STARTALK programs are free to all participants. Placement is by application only with preference given to those with a demonstrated financial need. To learn more, click the buttons below and apply today!

Support the Villages

Help Concordia Language Villages provide scholarships to qualifying families by making a tax-deductible donation or setting up your own scholarship fund!

LANGUAGE-SPECIFIC

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Explore our partner-funded scholarship opportunities for a variety of Language Village youth overnight programs, many of which can be applied to both in-person and virtual programs. These scholarships can even be combined with Passport Fund and other awards! Download the Scholarship Information Guide to apply!

Scholarship Information Guide
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Arabic

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Thanks to a generous grant from Qatar Foundation, Intl., villagers from the greater Midwest may apply for need-based, partial-tuition scholarships for Arabic programs. Apply via the Passport Fund.

Chinese

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The STARTALK grant program, funded by NSA, provides full funding for up to 24 students to attend a customized four-week credit program for which participants can earn a year's worth of high-school credit. Placement is by application only, with preference given to those with demonstrated financial need. Click HERE to learn more and apply.

Danish

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Den Norske Torske Klubben (The Norwegian Cod Club) is a longtime friend and partner of our Scandinavian programs, supporting scholarships for Scandinavian Language Villages. Download the Scholarship Information Guide to apply.

Finnish

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We offer a variety of scholarship opportunities for Finnish villagers through partnerships with the Salolampi Foundation, the Finlandia Foundation and more. Download the Scholarship Information Guide to learn more.

Norwegian

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Several scholarships are available to our Norwegian villagers including the Journey Scholarship Endowed Funds, Sons of Norway funding, Den Norske Torske Klubben and more. Download the Scholarship Information Guide to learn more.

Russian

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The Russian Language Village offers Global Excellence Awards up to $1,000 for youth interested in attending overnight or virtual programs. Click HERE to apply. Download the Scholarship Information Guide to learn more.

The STARTALK grant program, funded by NSA, provides full funding for up to 24 students to attend a customized four-week credit program for which participants can earn a year's worth of high-school credit. Placement is by application only, with preference given to those with demonstrated financial need. Click HERE to learn more and apply.

Swedish

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Den Norske Torske Klubben (The Norwegian Cod Club) is a longtime friend and partner of our Scandinavian programs, supporting scholarships for Scandinavian Language Villages. Download the Scholarship Information Guide to apply.

Limited Adult Scholarships

Limited scholarships are available for adult overnight programs. Apply during the registration process.

SCHOLARSHIP

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Here are Frequently Asked Questions about Concordia Language Villages scholarships. If your question is not addressed here, please visit our FAQ page or contact us.

When is the deadline for the Passport Fund Scholarship application?

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Who is eligible for a scholarship?

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How do I apply?

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I have more scholarship questions. Who should I contact?

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When will I know if I have been awarded a scholarship?

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What do I do if I am not awarded a scholarship?

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What if I am unable to attend the session that I have received the scholarship for? Is the scholarship transferable?

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Can I receive a full scholarship through the Passport Fund?

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How much money is awarded for a scholarship?

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Who awards Passport Fund scholarships, and how do you decide?

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How do I increase my chances of being awarded a Passport Fund Scholarship?

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