ACTFL partners with institutions of higher ed to offer discounted coursework to ACTFL members.
Not all of the programs are administered by ACTFL. External programs have not been reviewed or vetted by ACTFL. Their presence here does not constitute an endorsement by ACTFL. One can apply for multiple scholarships. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Previous winners of a scholarship are not eligible to apply for the same scholarship.
We provide Research Priorities Grants to ACTFL members for empirical research on six priority areas that are currently critical to improving World Language education. Submissions open each spring.
Now open to Graduate students! The Future Teacher Scholarship Program provides merit-based scholarships to students dedicated to entering the language education profession.
Deadline: May 29, 2026
The Ministry of Education (MOE) of Taiwan subsidizes groups of American students to study Mandarin for 2-4 weeks and experience the culture in Taiwan.
Two (2) scholarships for a two-week program of Spanish language study in Argentina (Buenos Aires), Costa Rica (Samara), or Spain (Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga).
Scholarships offered in Rome, Italy
Scholarships offered in Costa Rica
Scholarships offered in Spain
Taiwan Scholarships enable American citizens an opportunity to study undergraduate, master's or doctoral degree programs, at recognized universities in Taiwan. Includes stipends and tuition waivers.
Huayu Enrichment Scholarships enable American citizens an opportunity to undertake Mandarin course at language centers in Taiwan. Includes a monthly stipend.
