Partial funding · Study in Ireland
University of Galway International Student Scholarships
Merit and excellence fee reductions, commonly €5,000 and up to €10,000 depending on college and level
- Funder
- University of Galway
- Level
- Undergraduate · Postgraduate
- Coverage
- Partial
About this scholarship
University of Galway offers merit-based fee reductions to non-EU students across most undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes, plus a number of larger named awards.
Ireland's Third Level Graduate Programme allows master's graduates to stay for up to two years to seek work, which makes the reduced fee go further.
🗓️ Deadline
Usually assessed on a rolling basis until funds are allocated — apply early in the cycle
Award cycles shift year to year. Confirm the current deadline on the official site before you plan around it.
Eligibility
- Holding an offer for a full-time programme at University of Galway
- Classified as a non-EU fee-paying student
- A strong academic record in your most recent qualification
- Some awards are restricted to specific colleges or programmes
- Open to applicants of any nationality
How to apply
- Apply for your programme at University of Galway
- Review the international scholarships page for awards matching your college
- Submit any separate scholarship form requested before the stated date
- Awards are allocated on merit while funds remain, so apply early
- The reduction is applied to your tuition invoice on acceptance
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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University of Galway International Student Scholarships: your questions, answered
What does the University of Galway International Student Scholarships cover?
Merit and excellence fee reductions, commonly €5,000 and up to €10,000 depending on college and level. University of Galway offers merit-based fee reductions to non-EU students across most undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes, plus a number of larger named awards.
Who is eligible for the University of Galway International Student Scholarships?
Core requirements are: Holding an offer for a full-time programme at University of Galway; Classified as a non-EU fee-paying student; A strong academic record in your most recent qualification; Some awards are restricted to specific colleges or programmes; Open to applicants of any nationality. Eligibility rules are set by the funder and can change each cycle, so confirm on the official site before applying.
When is the University of Galway International Student Scholarships deadline?
Usually assessed on a rolling basis until funds are allocated — apply early in the cycle. 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.