Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) 2026/27: Prestigious Fully Funded Scholarship for Non-EU Students to Study in Ireland

Overview

The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) is a highly competitive and nationally prestigious award funded by the Irish Government.
It supports outstanding non-EU/non-EEA students pursuing one-year taught Master’s programs or one year of a PhD program in Ireland.
A total of 60 scholarships are granted annually across all Irish Higher Education Institutions.

Eligibility

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be from a non-EU/non-EEA country

• Be on the non-EU fee rate

• Hold an active offer to study in an eligible one-year full-time Master’s or PhD programme for 2026/27

• Apply before the GOI-IES closing date (March 2026)

• Be willing to continue their studies in Ireland during scholarship duration

⚠ Applications without a university study offer will not be considered.

Benefits

Successful recipients receive:

• Full tuition fee waiver

• €10,000 stipend for one year (toward living expenses)

Program Components

• One-year funded study period in an Irish Higher Education Institution

• Research or academic development

• Opportunity to become part of Ireland’s global talent and innovation community

• Leadership and impact focus in your field of study

Application Requirements

• Proof of admission (offer letter)

• Application completed via GOI-IES portal

• Supporting academic and identification documents

• Personal/impact statement (as outlined on the GOI-IES webpage)

• Referrals to the dedicated GOI-IES information page for templates and guidance

Selection Criteria

Candidates are assessed on:

• Academic excellence

• Motivation for pursuing studies in Ireland

• Contribution potential to future leadership and global engagement

• Policy alignment and impact relevance

• Representation across countries and fields

Application Process