Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship 2026 for Master's and PhD in All Disciplines Government of Ireland and Irish Higher Education Institutions in Ireland

The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) 2026 is now open for applications, offering a prestigious and fully funded opportunity for outstanding international students to pursue their studies in Ireland. This scholarship is available for Master's, PhD, and Postgraduate Diploma programs across all academic disciplines, including STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. The program is designed to attract talented students from around the world to study at selected Irish higher education institutions, strengthening global academic partnerships and research excellence.

Successful applicants will receive a €10,000 stipend to cover living expenses and other study-related costs, along with a full tuition and registration fee waiver provided by the host university. The scholarship covers one academic year and is open to non-EU, non-EEA, non-Swiss, and non-UK citizens. To be eligible, candidates must have a conditional or confirmed offer from an eligible Irish institution and must be enrolled or applying for a full-time, on-campus Master's, Postgraduate Diploma, or PhD program. Final-year undergraduate students may also apply if they will complete their degree before the program starts.

The application deadline is 12 March 2026. Applicants are encouraged to prepare a strong Statement of Purpose (SOP), research proposal (for PhD), and academic CV. Professional support is available for application preparation, including SOP writing, research proposal development, and interview preparation. For more information and to apply, visit the official scholarship portal or contact the provided email address.

This is an excellent opportunity to study in one of Europe’s most innovative and research-driven education systems, with comprehensive financial support and access to a wide range of academic fields. For further details and application guidance, refer to the provided links.