Merit-based scholarships
Awards that recognise academic performance and a strong overall student profile.
Scholarships in IrelandFind your Ireland funding path.
Find academic excellence, international student and course-specific scholarships in Ireland.
Profile-first matchingFunding that suits your plan.
Application supportClear, deadline-aware preparation.
Realistic guidanceKnow the value and conditions.
Scholarships in Ireland
Make a more affordable international education plan.
Irish universities offer scholarship opportunities for international undergraduate and postgraduate students. Awards can be merit-based, course-specific or linked to areas such as sport, STEM and academic excellence.
Scholarships are competitive and conditions can change, so we focus on well-matched opportunities and a strong, timely application.
See scholarship opportunities4 routesExplore recognised funding paths for eligible students
Ireland in focus
See the study environment behind your funding plan.
Scholarship applications are strongest when the award, university and course all fit the destination you are choosing.
Funding opportunities
Scholarship routes to explore in Ireland.
These are examples to help you understand the funding landscape. Eligibility, value and availability must always be checked for your course and intake.
International student scholarships
University scholarship routes designed for eligible global applicants.
Women in STEM scholarships
Selected institutions offer targeted awards for eligible STEM applicants.
Course-specific scholarships
Funding linked to particular disciplines, degree levels or university schools.
How we help
A better way to approach scholarship applications.
We keep the process specific to you—from your current profile to the evidence and deadline behind each application.
Review your profile
We review your academics, course, destination, intake and achievements.
Match funding options
Identify university, government and external scholarship opportunities.
Prepare a strong application
Organise evidence, written statements and timelines before the deadline.
University network
Explore institutions in Ireland.
Country-specific university options from the Trans Globe destination network, where scholarships and entry conditions can be checked against your profile.
Trinity College Dublin
University College Dublin
University College Cork
University of Galway
Dublin City University
University of Limerick
Maynooth University
Frequently asked questions
Answers before you apply.
A scholarship conversation can help you prioritise your applications and avoid missing crucial deadlines.
Speak to an expertCan international students apply for scholarships?
Yes. Many universities and external organisations offer awards for international students, although eligibility and funding vary.
Are scholarships fully funded?
Some are fully funded, but many provide a partial tuition reduction. Your counsellor can help you prioritise realistic opportunities.
When should I apply?
Start early. Scholarship deadlines can be separate from university application deadlines and may close well before an intake begins.
Start with your profile
Let’s find the scholarships your plan could unlock.
Share your academic profile, course preference and destination ideas. Our team will help you take the most practical next step.
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