The US-Ireland Alliance is a proactive, non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to consolidating existing relations between the United States and the island of Ireland and building that relationship for the future. The organization connects current and emerging Irish and American leaders in various spheres—including education, politics, business and the arts—for the mutual benefit of both countries.
The Mitchell Scholars program, named in honor of former U.S. Senator George J. Mitchell’s pivotal contribution to the Northern Ireland peace process, is a national competitive award sponsored by the US-Ireland Alliance. The scholars program is designed to introduce and connect upcoming generations of future American leaders to the island of Ireland, while recognizing and fostering intellectual achievement, leadership, and a commitment to public service and community.
In this context, US-Ireland Alliance is seeking applications for up to twelve Mitchell Scholars program 2012-2013 between the ages of 18 and 30 for one year of postgraduate study in any discipline offered by institutions of higher learning in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Selection Criteria
Applicants are judged on three criteria: scholarship, leadership, and a sustained commitment to community and public service.
Scholarship Provisions
The Mitchell Scholars Program provides tuition, accommodations, a living expenses stipend, and an international travel stipend.
Institutions where Mitchell Scholars may study
- Dublin City University Dublin Institute of Technology Dun Laoghaire IADT
- National University of Ireland, Galway National University of Ireland, Maynooth
- The Queen’s University of Belfast Trinity College Dublin
- University College Cork University College Dublin
- University of Limerick University of Ulster
Last date for submission of application is October 4, 2011
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