Are you planning to study in Ireland with a scholarship? Applications are now open for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship 2026 (GOI-IES), a prestigious funding opportunity for international students wishing to pursue Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, or PhD programs at Irish higher education institutions.
The GOI-IES is jointly funded by the Irish Government and participating Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Under the 2026 call, 60 scholarships will be awarded for one year of full-time study in Ireland. The scholarship is open to applicants from all academic disciplines, and studies will commence in September 2026.
Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply, provided they meet admission requirements. Applications must be submitted online through an eligible Irish institution before the official deadline.
Below are the full details of the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship 2026.
Scholarship Details
- Host Country: Ireland
- Study Levels: Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, PhD
- Scholarship Duration: One year
- Number of Awards: 60
- Fields of Study: Open to all disciplines
- Study Start Date: September 2026
- Application Deadline: 12 March 2026
Financial Benefits
The GOI-IES 2026 Scholarship provides the following benefits:
- €10,000 Stipend
To support living expenses and study-related costs for one academic year. - Full Tuition Fee Waiver
Tuition and registration fees are fully covered by the host institution.
Scholarship Duration & Conditions
- One-Year Award: The scholarship is granted for one academic year only.
- No Extension: The award cannot be extended beyond the initial year.
- Single-Time Funding: Recipients are not eligible to reapply for GOI-IES funding in subsequent years.
Eligible Irish Institutions
The GOI-IES 2026 is tenable at the following institutions:
- Atlantic Technological University
- CCT College
- Dublin City University
- Dublin Business School
- Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology
- Dundalk Institute of Technology
- Griffith College
- ICD Business School
- Independent College
- Mary Immaculate College
- Maynooth University
- Munster Technological University
- National College of Art and Design
- National College of Ireland
- RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences
- South East Technological University
- Technological University Dublin
- Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest
- Trinity College Dublin
- University College Cork
- University College Dublin
- University of Galway
- University of Limerick
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the GOI-IES 2026, applicants must:
- Be open to all nationalities (as defined by the official GOI-IES eligibility rules)
- Have received an offer of admission from an eligible Irish institution
- Apply for a full-time, on-campus Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, or PhD program
- Ensure the program has a minimum duration of one year
Applicants are advised to carefully read the official FAQs before applying.
How to Apply for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship 2026
The application process involves two main stages:
- Apply to an Irish Institution
Submit an application directly to an eligible Irish higher education institution. - Institutional Assessment
The institution will assess your eligibility and confirm whether your course meets the GOI-IES criteria. - Scholarship Nomination
The institution must confirm acceptance and nominate eligible candidates for the GOI-IES award.
Applicants should carefully review the official application guidelines before submitting their application.
APPLY FOR THE GOI-IES IRELAND SCHOLARSHIP
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