The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships provide an excellent opportunity for international students to pursue advanced-level studies in Ireland. Funded by the Irish Government and managed by the Higher Education Authority, these scholarships are available to outstanding students from non-EU countries.

Scholarship Details

• Stipend: €10,000 for one year of study.
• Tuition: The host institution will waive all tuition fees and registration costs for the year.
• Study Start Date: Successful applicants must begin their studies in September or October 2025.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be from outside the EU, EEA, Switzerland, and the UK.
• Must have secured admission to a master’s, postgraduate diploma, or PhD programme at an eligible Irish institution.
• A conditional or final offer of admission must be submitted with the scholarship application.
• Applicants who have previously received this scholarship are ineligible.
• Russian and Belarusian nationals are currently ineligible due to ongoing international conflicts.

Evaluation Process

Applicants are evaluated based on:

• Academic performance
• Communication skills
• Extracurricular involvement (such as participation in humanitarian work, arts, politics, or sports).
• A personal statement explaining why the applicant wants to study in Ireland and how the scholarship aligns with their future goals.

How to Apply

• Application Process: Applications must be submitted online via the Ireland Scholarship Application Portal.
• References: Applicants must upload two references as part of the application.
• It is recommended to apply well before the deadline to avoid server issues.
• Deadline: All applications must be completed by 5 March 2025.

For more information, visit the Higher Education Authority’s Scholarship Page.

The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships provide a pathway to academic excellence and personal growth for talented students worldwide.

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