How many students are typically enrolled in CLS?
Critical Language Scholarship Program
Award recipients will be selected on the basis of merit with consideration for: Academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting; Ability to adapt to a different cultural environment; Diversity; Plan for continuation of study of the language; and Plan to use the language in future career.[4] [1][3]
All applicants are initially read by two outside academic readers, and the top applications are reviewed by panels of academics and experts in the area and language.  Applicants recommended for selection are forwarded to the U.S. Department of State for final approval. After notification, selected participants will be required to complete a language evaluation. Selected applicants will be assigned to a CLS institute site by mid to late April based on language evaluation results along with information provided in the online application.