Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship
About this scholarship
The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) is managed by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) in partnership with Irish higher education institutions. It is designed to attract talented international students from outside Europe to study at Irish universities, and to promote Ireland as a destination for high-quality higher education.
The award provides a full tuition fee waiver together with a stipend of 10,000 euros for one year of study, available at all Irish universities and institutes of technology. It is a one-year award and is not extended, so it suits taught master’s programmes or a defined year of study.
Eligibility is for non-EU, non-EEA citizens (with a domicile of origin outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, and the UK) who hold a bachelor’s degree, have a strong academic record, and have been admitted to an eligible Irish institution. You first apply for and hold an offer for an eligible full-time postgraduate programme, then submit the scholarship application through the HEA online portal with proof of admission, a personal statement, and references by the deadline, with selection made by an independent panel on merit. For international students aiming to study in Ireland, it is a prestigious, fully funded award.
Eligibility
- Non-EU/EEA citizen (domicile of origin outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, and the UK).
- A bachelor's degree for master's applicants.
- Strong academic record.
- Admitted to an eligible Irish institution.
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition fees.
- Stipend of EUR 10,000 for living costs.
- Available at all Irish universities and institutes of technology.
Required Documents
- Proof of admission to an eligible Irish institution.
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates.
- Personal statement.
- References.
- Passport copy.
How to Apply
- Confirm you have a domicile of origin outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, and the UK.
- First apply for and hold a conditional or final offer for an eligible full-time postgraduate programme at an approved Irish institution.
- Then submit the scholarship application through the HEA online portal with proof of admission, a personal statement, and references by the deadline (confirm the current date).
Frequently asked questions
Is Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Full tuition fees; Stipend of EUR 10,000 for one year.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Master's & PhD.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is March 31, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Non-EU/EEA citizen (domicile of origin outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, and the UK); A bachelor's degree for master's applicants; Strong academic record; Admitted to an eligible Irish institution. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
