Full funding · Study in Ireland
Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships
€10,000 stipend for one year plus a full tuition fee waiver
- Funder
- Higher Education Authority, Ireland
- Level
- Undergraduate · Postgraduate
- Coverage
- Full
About this scholarship
This award funds one year of study in Ireland for high-achieving non-EEA students, covering fees in full and adding a €10,000 living stipend.
A limited number are granted each year across all Irish higher education institutions, so it is competitive, but it applies to undergraduate, master's and PhD study alike.
🗓️ Deadline
Typically opens in February and closes in late March
Award cycles shift year to year. Confirm the current deadline on the official site before you plan around it.
Eligibility
- Non-EU/EEA citizen, ordinarily resident outside the EU/EEA
- An offer of a place on an eligible full-time programme at a participating Irish institution
- An outstanding academic record and evidence of wider achievement
- Programme must begin in the September of the award year
How to apply
- Apply for and hold an offer from an eligible Irish institution
- Submit the online application through the HEA within the annual window
- Include your academic transcripts, personal statement and references
- Ask your counsellor to help you secure the university offer in time for the deadline
Studying in Ireland
An English-speaking EU country with a booming tech economy and a generous stay-back option. Post-study work: Up to 24 months (master's).
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Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships: your questions, answered
What does the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships cover?
€10,000 stipend for one year plus a full tuition fee waiver. This award funds one year of study in Ireland for high-achieving non-EEA students, covering fees in full and adding a €10,000 living stipend.
Who is eligible for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships?
Core requirements are: Non-EU/EEA citizen, ordinarily resident outside the EU/EEA; An offer of a place on an eligible full-time programme at a participating Irish institution; An outstanding academic record and evidence of wider achievement; Programme must begin in the September of the award year. Eligibility rules are set by the funder and can change each cycle, so confirm on the official site before applying.
When is the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships deadline?
Typically opens in February and closes in late March. Because award cycles shift year to year, always check the official programme website for the current date.
Is the university placement service really free?
Yes, our service is 100% free. Counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer cost you nothing. There are no consultation fees and no agent fees, because we are funded by our university partners. The only cost you take on is the university’s own tuition or semester fees, which you pay directly to the university after you accept your offer.
What exactly do you help with?
Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.
Which universities can you place me into?
We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated free placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.