This highly competitive scholarship provides for one year of graduate study in any university in the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland. Candidates must have superior academic ability, leadership, and community service achievements, and show strong preparation for the proposed field of graduate study.
The Mitchell Scholarships are funded by the US-Ireland Alliance and are named in honor of former Senator George Mitchell for his pivotal contribution to the Northern Ireland peace process. They are intended to familiarize and engage the next generation of America's leaders with the island of Ireland. The Mitchell Scholarship provides tuition and housing for one year along with international travel and a living expenses stipend. Applicants must be age 18 to 30 and present a definite academic program they wish to pursue, including a list of universities at which these programs are located. Thus, research into appropriate and available programs in Irish universities is necessary.