Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship 2026 (GOI-IES)
Ireland's premier government scholarship offering 60 awards of €10,000 plus full tuition for international graduate students.
About This Scholarship
The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) 2026 is a prestigious program funded by the Irish Government and participating Higher Education Institutions. It offers 60 scholarships for one year of full-time study at the Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, or PhD level. The scholarship is open to high-caliber students from non-EU/EEA/Swiss/UK countries across all academic disciplines. Successful scholars receive a €10,000 stipend to cover living expenses and a full tuition fee waiver from their host university for one year. Studies under this program commence in September 2026. This is a non-renewable, one-year award designed to promote Ireland as a center for international education.
Eligible Study Levels
Fields of Study
Available Countries
Eligibility Requirements
- Non-EU citizens
- Non-EEA citizens
- Non-Swiss citizens
- Non-UK citizens
- Must have received an offer from an eligible Irish Higher Education Institute
- Final-year undergraduate students are eligible to apply
Academic Requirements
Application Process
- 1Apply directly to an eligible Irish higher education institution for a master's or PhD program
- 2Ensure the institution confirms acceptance of GOI-IES scholars for your specific program
- 3Receive an offer of admission from the institution
- 4Apply online for the GOI-IES scholarship through the official HEA portal before the deadline
Required Documents
Valid offer of admission from an eligible Irish HEI
Completed application on the GOI-IES portal
Partner Universities
Additional Benefits
- Full tuition waiver
- Registration fees waiver
- €10,000 living expense stipend