Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) 2026/27 – Study in Ireland with Full Fees + €10,000

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Summary:

The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) is a prestigious award for non-EU/EEA students to study in Ireland for one year. It provides a full tuition fee waiver plus a €10,000 stipend. Applicants must first secure an offer from an eligible programme at an Irish university (e.g., UCD) before applying. Only 60 scholarships are awarded annually, making it highly competitive. Deadline: 12 March 2026.

Scholarship Name

Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES)

Host / Organization

Administered by:
Higher Education Authority

Study destination example:
University College Dublin

Level of Study

• Undergraduate

• Master’s

• PhD
  (depends on the eligible programme you receive an offer for)

Value / Benefits

• Full tuition fee waiver (1 year)

• €10,000 stipend (paid in two instalments)

• Registration charges covered

• Study at a top Irish institution

• Prestigious national scholarship recognition

Duration

1 year

Eligible Programmes

• Only programmes listed as eligible by the university (e.g., UCD eligible courses).

• You must already have an admission offer before applying.

Eligibility Criteria

You must:

• Be from a non-EU / non-EEA country

• Be paying the non-EU tuition fee rate

• Hold an offer for an eligible full-time programme

• Meet the academic and English requirements of the course

How to Apply

1. Apply for admission to an eligible programme at the university.

2. Receive your offer letter.

3. Submit the GOI-IES scholarship application through the official portal.

Key Dates

• Application Opens: 29 January 2026

• Application Deadline: 12 March 2026

• Results: Around June 2026

Selection Notes

This is extremely competitive (only 60 awards yearly across Ireland).
Strong candidates usually have:

• Excellent academic results

• Leadership & impact

• Clear study and career goals

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES)