The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) 2026–2028 is now open for applications. This prestigious fully funded scholarship offers outstanding international students the opportunity to pursue Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, or PhD degrees at top Irish universities.

Each year, 60 scholarships are awarded to high-achieving non-EU students, providing full financial support to study in one of Europe’s most welcoming and academically respected countries.

🎓 Scholarship Overview

  • Host Country: Ireland

  • Scholarship Provider: Government of Ireland (GOI-IES)

  • Host Universities: Multiple Irish Higher Education Institutions

  • Degree Levels: Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, PhD

  • Fields of Study: All academic disciplines

  • Scholarship Type: Fully Funded

💰 Scholarship Benefits

Successful candidates will receive:

  • €10,000 stipend for one academic year to cover living expenses

  • Full tuition fee waiver (no tuition or registration fees)

  • Access to world-class research facilities and global academic networks

📌 Note: The €10,000 stipend is provided for one academic year only. Tuition fee waivers may be extended by the host university if the program duration is longer.

🏛️ Participating Universities

Scholarship holders can study at leading Irish institutions, including:

University College Dublin (UCD), Trinity College Dublin, University College Cork (UCC), University of Galway, Dublin City University (DCU), University of Limerick (UL), Maynooth University, TU Dublin, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, and many more.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

You can apply if:

  • You are a citizen of a non-EU / non-EEA country

  • You are applying for a full-time Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, or PhD

  • You have a conditional or final offer letter from a participating Irish university

❌ Not eligible:

  • Previous GOI-IES award holders

  • Russian and Belarusian nationals

📄 Required Documents

  • CV / Personal Statement

  • Academic Transcripts

  • Valid Passport

  • Offer Letter from an Irish University

  • Two Reference Letters

📝 How to Apply

  1. Apply for admission to your chosen Irish university

  2. Submit your scholarship application via the official GOI-IES online portal  

  3. Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships | Policy | Higher Education Authority

  4. Upload all required documents

  5. Review carefully before final submission

⚠️ Applications cannot be edited after submission.

⏰ Application Timeline

  • Applications Open: 29 January 2026

  • Application Deadline: 05 March 2026 (5:00 PM Irish Time)

Late applications will not be accepted.

🌍 Why Study in Ireland?

Ireland offers a globally respected education system, strong research culture, English-taught programs, and a safe, friendly environment for international students. This scholarship is more than funding—it’s a gateway to a successful global career.