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Posted: January 3, 2025

Why Apply for a FLAS Scholarship? Hear from Our 2024-2025 FLAS Awardees! Application Closes on Friday, January 31, 2025

Are you interested in learning Southeast Asian languages and exploring the region’s rich cultural heritage? Or are you passionate about deepening your understanding of Southeast Asian studies? The FLAS (Foreign Language and Area Studies) Fellowship offers substantial financial support to undergraduate and graduate students:

  • Graduate Students: Up to $18,000 for tuition and a $20,000 stipend for the academic year.
  • Undergraduate Students: Up to $10,000 for tuition and a $5,000 stipend for the academic year.
  • Summer Fellowship: Up to $5,000 for tuition and a $3,000 stipend.

The FLAS Fellowship is more than funding—it’s a chance to build a supportive community of scholars, deepen your understanding of Southeast Asia, and gain valuable language skills. Hear from our current awardees about how FLAS has transformed their academic journeys and opened new doors. Explore the possibilities FLAS can offer you!

For More Detail, Apply Here

2024-2025 FLAS Awardee Testimonials

Overall, this fellowship is a tool for academic success.

FLAS is an incredible opportunity for students interested in learning more about a specific culture in Asia. There is also an amazing lineup of events for recipients to attend and network with past FLAS recipients. The FLAS Fellowship alleviates most of the financial tuition through its monetary assistance, allowing me to focus more on my studies and research. Overall, this fellowship is a tool for academic success.
Angelo Agarano
BS, Global Environmental Science – Filipino language course

Helped me in more ways than one

The FLAS Fellowship has helped me in more ways than one. It provided the funds, the connections from the CSEAS department, and opened doors to various academic disciplines. I’ve gained unique opportunities to work with experts in the Filipino program and received invaluable guidance. I recommend this fellowship to anyone who wishes to gain more opportunities to understand their language and network with professionals.
Rashid Araula (JB)
BA, Political Science – Filipino language course

Allowed me to take courses I wanted to explore

The FLAS Fellowship is valuable not just for the financial support, but also for the opportunities it provides. I’ve connected with others who share a similar passion for Southeast Asian languages and culture. It also allowed me to take courses I wanted to explore but were not required for my degree. If you’re interested in a Southeast Asian language, applying for this fellowship just makes sense because of the experience, opportunities, and financial support it provides.
Marion Hee
BS, Biology – Vietnamese language course

Recommend this fellowship to anyone who values Southeast Asian languages

FLAS helped me extend my Filipino language journey to advanced courses, reaching a level of understanding that allows me to read complex literature. I’ve attended workshops and connected with experts, which has been invaluable. I recommend this fellowship to anyone who values Southeast Asian languages, whether for teaching or personal growth.

Some opportunities I had with this award is that I was able to attend their brown bags and presentation that relates to Education. It was really good that I was able to connect with many Ph.d and Speakers about their presentations.

I recommend this to students who are interested or who values Southeast Asian Languages such as teaching or even finding themselves. This fellowship will help them expand their knowledge to understand the importance of southeast asian languages. And with this fellowship, it will give them the opportunity to do that.
Kelvin Ibia
BA, Second Language Studies/PhilippineLC – Filipino language course

Gives me the motivation to keep learning and strive to keep the language alive for children of immigrants like me.

The FLAS Fellowship allowed me to push boundaries and challenge myself in second language studies. It created a tight-knit community of awardees, and CSEAS has been very supportive of my learning. Without FLAS, my language comprehension wouldn’t be where it is today. It gives me the motivation to keep learning and strive to keep the language alive for children of immigrants like me.
Kayla Nguyen
BA, Philosophy – Vietnamese language course

Recommend this fellowship for the supportive faculty, amazing community, and the benefits of learning Southeast Asian languages.

The FLAS Fellowship has broadened my connections through the Center for Southeast Asian Studies and supported my continued learning of the Khmer language. It has created a wonderful community that shares similar stories from diverse backgrounds. I recommend this fellowship for the supportive faculty, amazing community, and the benefits of learning Southeast Asian languages.
Virginia Prak
BA, Communications – Khmer language course

Great way to continue learning without financial worries and to work with people from the community

The FLAS Fellowship has been crucial in supporting my language education, especially for Southeast Asian languages, which don’t receive as much spotlight as others. It’s a great way to continue learning without financial worries and to work with people from the community.
Angel Sanchez
BA, Creative Media/PhilippineLC – Filipino language course

Expanded my knowledge beyond my focused area

The FLAS Fellowship supports my academic journey financially and provides rich resources from CSEAS. The events and community have expanded my knowledge beyond my focused area and connected me with students pursuing similar paths. I recommend the FLAS Fellowship to everyone interested in Southeast Asia—not just for the financial support, but also for the community and opportunities it provides.
Haruka Waseda
MA, Asian Studies – Filipino language course

Ready to Apply? Here’s How to Get Started!

If you’re inspired by these testimonials and want to take the next step, here’s how to apply:

  1. Complete the Online Application: [Application].
  2. Submit Three References: Reach out to your referees early and have them submit the reference form by the deadline.
  3. Prepare Your Transcripts: Send a copy of your UH transcript via email as a single PDF file to Dr. Chizuko Allen at chizuko@hawaii.edu.
  4. Submit Your FAFSA: Make sure to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as part of the FLAS application process.

For detailed instructions and access to the necessary forms, visit our [FLAS Fellowship page].

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the FLAS Fellowship Coordinator, Dr. Chizuko Allen, at chizuko@hawaii.edu.

Application Deadline: Friday, January 31, 2025

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