Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships 2026 Call Open

Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) 2026.

Are you a high-achieving international student seeking to pursue advanced studies in Ireland? The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) 2026 provides an outstanding opportunity to undertake a Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, or PhD at leading Irish higher education institutions.

This prestigious scholarship supports academic excellence while offering recipients the chance to study in Ireland’s globally respected education system and vibrant cultural environment.

Programme Overview

The GOI-IES initiative is funded by the Government of Ireland and administered in partnership with the Higher Education Authority (HEA) alongside participating Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).

Each year, 60 scholarships are awarded to exceptional students for full-time study at NFQ Levels 9 and 10. The award covers financial support and tuition fees for one academic year.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• 💶 €10,000 stipend for one year of full-time study
• 🎓 Full tuition fee waiver from the host higher education institution for the scholarship year

This funding significantly reduces financial barriers while enabling scholars to focus on academic excellence in Ireland.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be domiciled outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom
• Hold a conditional or final offer of admission to an eligible Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, or PhD programme at a participating Irish HEI
• Not have previously received a GOI-IES scholarship
• Not be nationals of Russia or Belarus

Applicants are strongly encouraged to verify programme eligibility directly with their chosen institution before submitting an application.

Eligible Programmes

The scholarship supports full-time study at NFQ Levels 9 and 10, including:

• Master’s degrees
• Postgraduate diplomas
• PhD programmes

Only programmes offered by participating Irish higher education institutions qualify under the GOI-IES scheme.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Proof of conditional or final admission to an eligible programme
• Two references submitted through the official online application portal
• Any additional documentation requested by the host institution

Application Procedure

1. Confirm eligibility (both personal and programme eligibility) with the host institution.
2. Submit your application via the official 2026 GOI-IES online portal.
3. Upload all required supporting documents and references.
4. Ensure submission before the deadline late applications will not be considered.

Application Deadline

🗓️ 12 March 2026 at 5:00 PM (Irish Time)

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