The University College Dublin Scholarship is a fully funded study opportunity supported by the Government of Ireland for outstanding international students.
The UCD Government of Ireland Scholarship covers full tuition fees for selected candidates and also provides a €10,000 living stipend for the duration of study.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University College Dublin
- Host Country: Ireland
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries (Non-EU/Non-EEA Applicants)
- Reward: Full Scholarship | €10,000 Stipend
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: March 12, 2026
Scholarship Details
Applications for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) for the 2026/27 academic session officially opened on January 29, 2026. The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship is a highly competitive and prestigious award designed specifically for high-achieving non-EU/non-EEA students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in Ireland.
Each year, a total of 60 scholarships are awarded across various Irish Higher Education Institutions, including international students admitted to University College Dublin. The programme aims to attract talented students from around the world and position Ireland as a global hub for academic excellence and research innovation.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the UCD Government of Ireland Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Be an international non-EU/non-EEA student
- Be enrolling in one of the following for the 2026/27 academic year:
- A 1-year full-time taught Master’s programme
- 1 year of a full-time PhD programme
- Hold an official offer of admission to study at University College Dublin (Applications without a valid offer for an eligible programme will not be considered)
- Be eligible to pay the non-EU/non-EEA tuition fee rate
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the University College Dublin Government of Ireland Scholarship will receive:
- Full tuition fee waiver
- €10,000 living stipend
How to Apply
To apply for the University College Dublin Government of Ireland Scholarship:
- Click the button below to visit the programme’s official webpage
- Apply for admission to an eligible Master’s or PhD programme at University College Dublin
- Proceed to apply for the Government of Ireland Scholarship through the GOI-IES webpage
- Review the indicative application form provided to begin preparing your submission
- Regularly check the official webpage for updated information regarding the 2026 GOI-IES cycle
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