Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship 2026 : Apply now
Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship
The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship helps smart students from outside Europe, the UK, and Switzerland to study in Ireland. The scholarship is for master’s, postgraduate diploma, or PhD students. It gives money for living and covers full tuition fees. Students need to apply to a university in Ireland first and get an offer. The scholarship is for one year of full-time study. Students should have good grades and show why studying in Ireland is important for their future. They should also have some activities outside school like volunteering, arts, or sports. Only one application per person is allowed, and people who had this scholarship before cannot apply. Russian and Belarusian citizens are not allowed.
Scholarship Details
- Country: Ireland
- Host University: Eligible Irish Higher Education Institutions (Appendix 1)
- Scholarship Name: Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship
- Study Levels: Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, PhD
- Gender: Both
- English Language Requirement: Yes
- Application Deadline: 12 March 2026, 5 pm (Irish time)
- Type of Scholarship: Full tuition waiver + €10,000 stipend for one year
Included Study Levels
- Master’s – 1 year
- Postgraduate Diploma – 1 year
- PhD – 1 year
Fields Covered by Scholarship
Bachelor’s Level
- Not available
Master’s Level
- Business
- Engineering
- Science
- Arts
- Health
PhD Level
- Business
- Engineering
- Science
- Arts
- Health
Benefits of Scholarship
- €10,000 living stipend
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Study in Ireland
- Recognition from Irish government
What Scholarship Does Not Cover
- Travel costs
- Family expenses
- Insurance
Eligible Applicants
- Students from outside EU/EEA, UK, Switzerland
- Students with admission offer from an Irish university
- High academic achievers
Not Eligible
- Russian citizens
- Belarusian citizens
- Previous GOI-IES awardees
Required Documents
- Proof of admission
- Two references
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
How to Be Successful
- Show strong grades
- Good English skills
- Participate in activities outside school
- Explain clearly why Ireland is important for your study
Living Costs in Ireland
| Item | Cost per Month (€) |
|---|---|
| Rent | 600–1,200 |
| Food | 250–400 |
| Transport | 100–150 |
| Utilities | 50–100 |
| Miscellaneous | 100–200 |
How to Apply
- Apply online via GOI-IES portal
- Upload required documents
- Submit before deadline
- Only one application per person
FAQ
- Who can apply?
Students from outside EU/EEA, UK, and Switzerland with admission offer. - What is the scholarship amount?
€10,000 stipend plus full tuition waiver. - How long is the scholarship?
One year full-time study. - Can I apply again if I had it before?
No. Previous recipients cannot apply. - Is English required?
Yes.
For more information, visit the official website of the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship.
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