What Is the Government of Ireland Scholarship 2026?
There are two main Government of Ireland scholarship programmes relevant for international students:
🎓 A. Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships (GOI-IES) 2026
Managed by the Higher Education Authority (HEA).
Designed for international students (outside EU/EEA/UK/Switzerland) applying for a Master’s, postgraduate diploma, or PhD (NFQ Levels 9 or 10).
🔬 B. Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme 2026
Managed by Research Ireland (national research agency).
Competitive research awards for research Master’s and PhD students.
This guide focuses primarily on the GOI-IES 2026 call (the main international scholarship); the Postgraduate Scholarship Programme is more research-focused and has a separate application schedule.
💰 2. Scholarship Benefits
🎓 GOI-IES 2026 Includes:
€10,000 stipend for 1 year of study (to support living costs).
100% tuition fee waiver from the host Irish institution for the scholarship year.
📌 Duration
One academic year of full-time study (Master’s, postgraduate diploma, or PhD).
🧑🎓 3. Eligibility Requirements
You must:
✔ Be a non-EU/EEA/UK/Swiss national (non-EU fee student).
✔ Hold a conditional or final admission offer from an eligible Irish university or institution for a qualifying programme (NFQ Level 9 or 10).
✔ Submit the application before the deadline with all required documents.
✔ Not have previously received a GOI-IES scholarship.
✔ Provide two reference letters with your application.
Note: Eligibility of specific courses is set by the university — always confirm with them.
📅 4. Key Dates for GOI-IES 2026
| Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Applications Open | 29 January 2026 | — |
| Deadline to Apply | 12 March 2026 | 5 pm Irish Time |
| Results Announced | Early June 2026 | — |
| Scholarship Year Starts | Academic Year 2026/2027 | — |
Dates confirmed by HEA and Irish universities for the 2026 cycle.
📝 5. Required Documents & Preparation
Typical items you’ll need to prepare:
🎓 Academic transcripts and certificates
🧑🎓 Proof of admission offer from an Irish institution
📄 Personal statement / study plan
📜 Two reference letters
✈ Passport copy
(If applicable) English proficiency scores
💡 Tip: Have all documents in PDF and properly formatted before the application opens.
🌍 6. Application Steps (GOI-IES)
Step 1: Get an Admission Offer
Apply directly to Irish universities you want to study at (e.g., UCD, Trinity College Dublin, University of Galway, etc.). Make sure your programme is eligible for GOI-IES.
Step 2: Prepare Documents
Compile your academic records, references, personal statement, and proof of offer.
Step 3: Submit Online
When the portal opens on January 29, 2026, log in to the official HEA GOI-IES application platform and upload all required materials.
Step 4: Submit Before Deadline
Submit before 12 March 2026 (5pm Irish time) — late or incomplete submissions won’t be accepted.
🎯 7. Assessment Criteria
Your application will be evaluated based on:
⭐ Outstanding academic achievement
⭐ Clear rationale and alignment with career goals
⭐ Strong communication skills
⭐ Extracurricular and leadership activities
⭐ Quality of references
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🌐 Quick Links
🔗 Official Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships details:
https://hea.ie/policy/internationalisation/goi-ies/
🔗 Check Government of Ireland Scholarships page of your chosen university (e.g., UCD Global).
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