Partially funded

John J Sweeney Scholarship

Ulster University, United Kingdom

Scholarship overview

Named after AFL-CIO President Emeritus John J. Sweeney, this scholarship supports US students enrolled full-time on specified MSc or LLM courses at Ulster University. It is supported by funds raised by the AFL-CIO, the American labour community, business and civic organisations and individuals.

Award Information

  • US citizen offered a full-time place on a listed programme who has made a firm commitment to Ulster University.
  • Bachelor's degree with a GPA of 3.2 or above.
  • Be a US union member, or have an immediate or extended family connection to one with official proof of union affiliation, or provide a formal letter of recommendation from a recognised US labour union.
  • Eligible programmes: LLM Access to Justice; LLM Gender and Human Rights; LLM Human Rights; LLM Human Rights Law and Transitional Justice; MA Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies FT; MSc Business Development and Innovation; MSc Civil and Infrastructure Engineering; MSc Communication and Public Relations; MSc Construction Management; MSc International Business; MSc Management and Corporate Governance; MSc Manufacturing Management; MSc Marketing; MSc Peace and Conflict Studies; MSc Social Policy.
  • $20,000 (USD) towards tuition fees for an MSc or LLM.
  • Any balance can be used for study materials and equipment, course-related activities, or living and travel costs.
  • The student pays any additional fee if exchange rates leave the $20,000 short of the tuition on the offer letter.
  • Applications open: 1 October 2026 (September 2027 entry).
  • Deadline: 30 April 2027.
  1. Complete the online application form.
  2. Complete all sections of the university application and upload the supporting documents in PDF to the Additional Qualifications section of the Applicant Portal.
  3. Email [email protected] to confirm so the application is considered.

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Documents you will need

  • Scanned official degree certificate showing GPA of 3.2 or above
  • Scanned official transcripts
  • Recommendation letter from a US union sponsor or proof of familial union affiliation, if applicable
  • Personal statement of 500-750 words
  • Two academic reference letters
  • Scanned US passport

How selection works

An offer of a master's place does not imply a scholarship. The university asks the AFL-CIO to confirm the recipient's union membership and affiliation. The award depends on progressing to the master's stage, and recipients take part in marketing and promotional activities.

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