– Graduate study in Ireland. The 2017 SJU internal application deadline is Sept. 1, 2017 (the on-line deadline is Sept. 29th, 2017).  https://www2.us-irelandalliance.org/content/3/en/George%20Mitchell%20Scholarship%20Program%20%7C%20US-Ireland%20Alliance.

Emphasis: Academic, International

Brief Description of Award: The George J. Mitchell Scholarship Program, named to honor former US Senator George Mitchell’s pivotal contribution to the Northern Ireland peace process, 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.

Eligibility: Bachelor’s required at time of entry, age limit of 29, must be a U.S. citizen, no limit for field of study (must be available at one the Irish institutions listed on the website) or GPA

Selection: SJU internal application due Sept. 1st, applications due September 29th, typically 12 awarded each year, phone and in-person interviews, finalists notified late October, winners late November for study the following year