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UCD Global Excellence Scholarships
Typically 50% or 100% tuition awards for exceptional candidates, alongside smaller regional merit awards
- Funder
- University College Dublin
- Level
- Undergraduate · Postgraduate
- Coverage
- Varies
About this scholarship
University College Dublin, Ireland's largest university, runs a suite of Global Excellence Scholarships for international students, ranging from partial merit discounts to full-tuition awards for the strongest applicants.
Dublin hosts the European headquarters of many US technology and pharmaceutical firms, and Ireland's two-year post-study Stamp 1G visa for master's graduates makes the scholarships particularly valuable.
🗓️ Deadline
Varies by award and region — many rounds close between March and June for September entry
Award cycles shift year to year. Confirm the current deadline on the official site before you plan around it.
Eligibility
- Non-EU fee-paying student holding an offer for a full-time UCD degree
- Strong academic record — full-tuition awards go to genuinely exceptional candidates
- Some awards are region-specific, including dedicated rounds for India and South Asia
- Meeting UCD's English language requirements
- Criteria vary by award — check the scheme matching your programme
How to apply
- Apply for your UCD programme and secure an offer
- Check which Global Excellence award rounds apply to your region and course
- Submit the scholarship application through the UCD portal where required — some awards are automatic
- Apply before the round deadline for your intake
- Your counsellor can identify the awards with the best odds for your profile
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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UCD Global Excellence Scholarships: your questions, answered
What does the UCD Global Excellence Scholarships cover?
Typically 50% or 100% tuition awards for exceptional candidates, alongside smaller regional merit awards. University College Dublin, Ireland's largest university, runs a suite of Global Excellence Scholarships for international students, ranging from partial merit discounts to full-tuition awards for the strongest applicants.
Who is eligible for the UCD Global Excellence Scholarships?
Core requirements are: Non-EU fee-paying student holding an offer for a full-time UCD degree; Strong academic record — full-tuition awards go to genuinely exceptional candidates; Some awards are region-specific, including dedicated rounds for India and South Asia; Meeting UCD's English language requirements; Criteria vary by award — check the scheme matching your programme. Eligibility rules are set by the funder and can change each cycle, so confirm on the official site before applying.
When is the UCD Global Excellence Scholarships deadline?
Varies by award and region — many rounds close between March and June for September entry. 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.