Finding Scholarships Scholarship Spotlight: The Senator George J. Mitchell Scholarship Written by Robyn Stewarton August 3rd, 2020 Prior to joining College Coach, I was a financial aid officer at the College of the Holy Cross and an education advisor at two TRIO program locations. I work with the Massachusetts Education Finance Authority (MEFA) to present paying for college workshops to hundreds of families across the state. I'm a graduate of UMass Amherst and have a master in counseling from Northeastern University. Learn More About Robyn merit scholarships, scholarship search, scholarships, study abroad, There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier. In honor of the former Senator George J. Mitchell, this scholarship provides a unique learning opportunity for future American leaders to study in Ireland. Senator Mitchell was a key contributor to the Northern Ireland peace process and this scholarship rewards academically talented students who demonstrate a commitment to community and public service. Scholarship: The Senator George J. Mitchell Scholarship Awarding Organization: The US-Ireland Alliance Amount: Covers tuition, accommodation, and a living/travel stipend for one year of post graduate study in Ireland or Northern Ireland. Number of Scholarships Awarded: Up to 12 Eligible Students: Must be 18-30 years old and have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. How to Apply: Apply online and complete a short video interview. Deadline: September 25 Website: www.us-irelandalliance.org/mitchellscholarship Best of luck, and please see the awarding organization’s website for full scholarship details and requirements. Related Resources Read | Posted on September 20th, 2023 Full-Ride Scholarships: Effective Strategy or Fairy Tale? Read | Posted on August 4th, 2023 Identity-Based Scholarship Series: Scholarships for Hispanic Students Read | Posted on February 16th, 2023 Identity-Based Scholarship Series: Gold Star Children and Families
