Ireland continues to be a premier destination for international students, offering a blend of high-quality education, vibrant culture, and numerous scholarship opportunities. For the academic year 2025–2026, a variety of scholarships are available to support international students at different levels of study. These scholarships, ranging from fully funded to partially funded, aim to alleviate financial burdens by covering tuition fees, providing stipends, and assisting with accommodation and travel expenses.
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1. Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES)
The GOI-IES is a prestigious initiative by the Irish government to attract high-caliber international students to pursue master’s or PhD programs in Ireland. Each year, 60 scholarships are awarded, providing:
- A €10,000 stipend for one year of full-time study at NFQ levels 9 or 10.
- Full tuition fee waiver for the year of the scholarship.
Applicants must have a conditional or final offer from an eligible Irish higher education institution.
2. Maynooth University Scholarships
Maynooth University offers partially funded scholarships to international students enrolling in taught master’s programs. Each scholarship is valued at €2,000 and is awarded based on academic excellence.
3. John Thompson Scholarship at Dublin City University
This scholarship honors the legacy of John Thompson, a notable figure in Irish media. It provides a full tuition fee waiver for one student enrolling in the MSc in Digital Marketing at Dublin City University Business School. The program focuses on equipping students with the skills to navigate the evolving digital marketing landscape.
4. University College Dublin (UCD) MBA Regional Excellence Scholarships
UCD’s Smurfit School offers Regional Excellence Scholarships to outstanding international students pursuing a full-time MBA. These scholarships cover up to 50% of tuition fees and are awarded based on academic and professional achievements.
5. Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree in Food Innovation and Product Design (FIPDes)
The FIPDes program is a collaborative effort among four European universities, including Technological University Dublin. It offers students the opportunity to study in multiple countries, focusing on food innovation and product design. While Erasmus Mundus scholarships are not available for the 2025–2027 intake, the program remains a unique educational experience.
6. Facebook PhD Fellowship
This global program supports doctoral students conducting research in areas such as computer science, engineering, and related fields. The fellowship provides two years of tuition and fees, a stipend, and funding for conference travel.
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7. IIE-SRF Fellowship
The Institute of International Education’s Scholar Rescue Fund offers fellowships to scholars facing threats in their home countries. The fellowship includes a grant of up to $25,000 and individual health insurance to support a visiting academic appointment of up to one year.
8. Human Frontier Science Program Postdoctoral Fellowships
These fellowships support postdoctoral researchers in the life sciences, particularly those proposing innovative and interdisciplinary projects. Two types of fellowships are available: Long-Term Fellowships for applicants with a PhD in a biological discipline and Cross-Disciplinary Fellowships for those from non-biological backgrounds.
9. Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP)
The JJ/WBGSP offers scholarships to students from developing countries pursuing master’s degrees in development-related fields. The scholarship covers tuition, a monthly living stipend, round-trip airfare, and health insurance.
10. Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program
This program supports PhD candidates from developing countries conducting research in development economics. Fellows receive up to $42,750 for an 8-month fellowship at the World Bank in Washington, D.C., allowing them to collaborate with World Bank researchers and enhance their research skills.
11. IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship Program
Offered by the International Mathematical Union, this fellowship supports students from developing countries pursuing PhDs in mathematics. The fellowship provides up to $10,000 per year, covering tuition, accommodation, travel, and living expenses.
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12. Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships
This program supports women from developing countries pursuing PhDs or postdoctoral studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. Fellowships are valued at up to $50,000 per year for PhD studies and up to $40,000 per year for postdoctoral research.
Conclusion
Ireland’s commitment to international education is evident through its diverse range of scholarships catering to various academic levels and fields of study. These opportunities not only ease financial constraints but also enrich the educational experience by fostering a multicultural academic environment. Prospective students are encouraged to explore these scholarships and consider Ireland as their study destination in 2025.
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