Ireland Scholarships
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Scholarships in Ireland
Embarking on an educational journey in Ireland is a strategic investment in your future. Earning a prestigious degree from an Irish institution is a significant and transformative milestone that can greatly accelerate your career trajectory.
Numerous scholarship opportunities are available for international students wishing to study in Ireland, ranging from partial funding, which may cover a portion of your tuition fees, to full funding that encompasses program fees, living expenses, and return flights to Ireland.
Examples:
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Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships: Provided to international students from non-EU/EEA countries with a €10,000 stipend for one year of study, along with a full waiver of all tuition and other registration costs at the higher education institution.
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The Walsh Fellowships: Offered to postgraduate students interested in pursuing research in agriculture, food, environment, rural development, social research, or related disciplines and provides funding of €22,000 per annum, which includes a stipend of €16,000, fees of up to €5,750, and eligible direct research expenses of €1,250.
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University College Dublin (UCD) Global Excellence Scholarships: Offered to international students applying for bachelors and masters degree programs at UCD and covers 50% to 100% tuition fee waivers for the duration of the program.
Wider Ireland Government Funding
The Ireland Government Scholarships for higher education are a prestigious award scheme administered by the Irish Higher Education Authority, aimed at fostering international academic collaboration and promoting Ireland as a center for global research and study. These scholarships are offered to high-caliber students from non-EU/EEA countries and are designed to cover a significant portion of the tuition fees, along with providing a stipend for living expenses. The program supports studies at bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. levels across a wide range of disciplines, encouraging intellectual and cultural exchange between Ireland and the rest of the world. Recipients are selected based on academic merit, research potential, and the ability to contribute to the diversity and intercultural dynamics within Irish higher education institutions. Through this initiative, the Irish government aims not only to support outstanding students but also to strengthen Ireland's reputation as a leader in quality education and research excellence on the international stage.
Postgraduate Scholarships
Many universities offer fully funded postgraduate studentships for PhD programmes.
Institution-specific scholarships
Many Ireland universities and colleges offer their own scholarship programmes.
These are offered based on several factors:
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Academic, merit and excellence scholarships
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Performance-based scholarships
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Subject-specific scholarships
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Equal access or sanctuary scholarships
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Disability scholarships
Always check out your dream university website and brochure to discover what is available and talk to our counselors to know more about options available.