Transform your future with the Naughton Fellowships! This unique program bridges Ireland and the United States, empowering students and researchers in STEM to engage in cutting-edge research, global collaboration, and academic excellence.

Eligibility criteria vary by program but generally include students, faculty, or researchers engaged in STEM fields. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to innovation. Specific requirements depend on the level of study or research, such as undergraduate enrollment, graduate program admission, or faculty affiliation with participating institutions.

Dublin City University is renowned for its innovation, research excellence, and industry-focused education. Established in 1980, DCU offers a diverse range of programs across business, engineering, humanities, and science. It is celebrated for its strong emphasis on employability, with modern facilities and a dynamic learning environment.

Application Deadline: 6 December 2024

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Notre Dame and leading Irish research universities
• Department: STEM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
• Course Level: Undergraduate, Master’s, and Faculty Research
• Award: Fully funded tuition, stipends, health insurance, and research funding (varies by program)
• Access Mode: Online application
• Number of Awards: Multiple awards across programs
• Nationality: Irish and U.S. students (depending on the program)
• The Award Can Be Taken In: Ireland or the United States

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Irish and U.S. students (depending on the specific program).
• Acceptable Course or Subjects:
• The scholarships support STEM-related fields offered at participating universities.
• Admissible Criteria: Applicants must meet the following criteria:
• For the Research Experience for Undergraduate Students (REU): Applicants must be undergraduate students enrolled in STEM disciplines at Dublin City University, Trinity College Dublin, University College Cork, or University College Dublin.
• For the ESTEEM Programme for Master’s Students: Applicants must be pursuing a Master’s degree and demonstrate strong leadership potential in STEM-related innovation and entrepreneurship.
• For the Faculty Research Accelerator Programme: Applicants must be faculty members from Irish universities or the University of Notre Dame proposing collaborative research in STEM.
• For the Naughton Scholarship for Leaving Certificate Students: Applicants must be exceptional high school students in Ireland planning to pursue STEM fields at the university level.

How to Apply

• Visit the University of Notre Dame website or the Naughton Foundation website for specific application forms and deadlines.
• Submit required documents, including academic transcripts, research proposals (if applicable), and letters of recommendation.

Benefits

• Research Experience for Undergraduate Students (REU):
  • Generous stipend covering travel and living expenses for a 10-week summer research program.
  • Opportunity to work with faculty and graduate students at the University of Notre Dame.
• ESTEEM Programme for Master’s Students:
  • Full tuition scholarship and health insurance subsidy.
  • $17,000 USD stipend for living expenses.
• Faculty Research Accelerator Programme:
  • Up to $120,000 USD in research funding to support joint Irish and Notre Dame faculty collaborations.
• Naughton Scholarship for Leaving Certificate Students:
  • Full support for undergraduate STEM studies in Ireland.
  • A prize for the science labs of the student’s school.

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