Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSIs) for European Student Leaders — Undergraduate

The Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSIs) for European Student Leaders is a short-term, fully funded academic exchange that provides undergraduate student leaders with a deeper understanding of the United States and develops leadership skills. Programs include approximately four weeks of academic residency and a domestic study tour of about one week when conditions allow, with coursework, site visits, leadership activities and volunteer opportunities. The Institute on Civic Engagement focuses on topics such as civic engagement, citizenship, community building, grassroots activism, political leadership, diversity, equity and inclusion, and related themes. The award is administered by the Ireland-United States Commission for Educational Exchange on behalf of the U.S. Department of State.

Program administration; international and visa travel; travel allowances; housing and subsistence; meals; ASPE health insurance during the U.S. component; domestic study tour and educational site visits.

Highly motivated 1st to 3rd year undergraduate students (where 3rd year is not the final year) from a recognised university or institution of higher education in Ireland; candidates must be Irish citizens or residents in Ireland for the last 5+ years; dual Irish–U.S. citizens are not eligible; applicants must be between 18 and 25 and demonstrate English language proficiency.

Fulbright Ireland indicates eligible students will be invited to apply; candidates must meet nationality/residency, age and academic-year criteria and demonstrate English proficiency. (No current application open for 2025.)