US-Ireland Alliance Scholars (Inactive)

This award requires university nomination or interview and cannot be applied to directly. Students must work with the Office of Fellowships and Scholarships and meet university deadlines.

Overview

The US-Ireland Alliance Scholars program (formerly known as the Mitchell Scholarship) is designed to introduce and connect generations of future American leaders to the island of Ireland, while recognizing and fostering intellectual achievement, leadership, and a commitment to community and public service. Up to twelve scholars between the ages of 18 and 30 are chosen annually for one academic year of postgraduate study in any discipline offered by institutions of higher learning in Ireland and Northern Ireland.

This scholarship is currently inactive.

Deadline

  • Campus Deadline: Aug. 1
  • External Deadline: September

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be a U.S. citizen.
  • Be between the ages of 18 and 30.
  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university before beginning study as a Mitchell Scholar.

How to Apply

Selection Process

A faculty committee will review the nominee’s application and determine if the student will be endorsed to the Mitchell Scholarship Program.