**Please note the Mitchell Scholarship will be paused for the 2025-2026 cycle and will not be taking applications.**
Application Deadline
Mitchell Scholarship will not have a competition cycle in 2025.
Duke Contact
NCS Teamncs-ousf@duke.edu
Quick facts
Academic Discipline
Arts & HumanitiesEducation
Professional (Law/Medicine/Business)
Public Service
Social Sciences
STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math)
Eligibility: Citizenship
U.S. CitizenWhen to Apply
Rising Senior Summer, Young AlumniCampus Nomination Required?
YesAge Limit
30 years oldSponsoring Foundation Site
https://www.us-irelandalliance.org/mitchellscholarshipCategories
Study abroadDescription
The Mitchell Scholarship funds one year of graduate study in any field in Ireland or Northern Ireland. Applicants will indicate programs of interest at 3-5 universities, out of 10 eligible institutions, and be placed by the Mitchell foundation. Undergraduate applicants must be nominated by Duke to compete for the award.
| Deadline for complete Campus Applications, including resume information, transcript, and personal statement | On hold |
| Deadline for all letters of recommendation emailed to: ncs-ousf@duke.edu | On hold |
| Duke nominees named by NCS | Early September |
Benefits
The scholarship provides funding for the costs associated with graduate study, including tuition, fees, and a monthly stipend for living expenses.
Scholars also gain access to a strong alumni network and ongoing opportunities for networking, collaboration, and advancement.
LINKS
NCS Scholarship Information in Canvas - specialized application advice.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors or recent alumni up to age 30 and U.S. citizens.
Selection Criteria
- Scholarship
- Leadership
- A sustained commitment to community service