Ireland Government Scholarships 2026

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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
Ireland
Region
Europe
Institution
Ireland Government
Study level
PhD
Funding
Fully Funded

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

This Masters, PhD program in Ireland offers fully funded. The application deadline is 23 October 2025.

KEY DETAILS - Location: Ireland - Program level: Masters, PhD - Funding: Fully Funded - Deadline: 23 October 2025

ELIGIBILITY - A first-class or upper second-class honours bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) is required of applicants; if the undergraduate degree falls short of this requirement, a master’s degree is needed. - Applicants must be connected to an Irish research institution that qualifies. - They should have only one year of study under their belts or be brand-new to the postgraduate program. - Research must be carried out in an accredited Irish institution under the guidance of a primary supervisor. - Only English or Irish may be used to submit applications. - Why Apply for the Government of Ireland Scholarship? - Global Eligibility: Students from Applicants from any country may apply, and EU and non-EU students have equal possibilities. - Broad Program Coverage: Master’s by Research and PhD programs in all academic disciplines are eligible for funding. - Prestigious Recognition: This honours exceptional academic performance and promising research. - Fair and Open Selection: Applications are assessed using a global peer-review procedure.

BENEFITS - Each recipient receives generous annual support of up to €34,000, guaranteeing complete financial covering for the duration of the scholarship. - Living Stipend: A €25,000 annual stipend that is tax-free and intended to cover living expenses, everyday charges, and housing while studying in Ireland. - Coverage of Tuition prices: Up to €5,750 annually can be contributed to university tuition costs, including higher non-EU overseas prices. - Research Support Allowance: An extra €3,250 per year to pay for necessary academic fees like conferences, fieldwork, research materials, and other project-related expenses.

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Requirements & preparation

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Eligibility criteria

9 requirements to review

  • A first-class or upper second-class honours bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) is required of applicants; if the undergraduate degree falls short of this requirement, a master’s degree is needed.
  • Applicants must be connected to an Irish research institution that qualifies.
  • They should have only one year of study under their belts or be brand-new to the postgraduate program.
  • Research must be carried out in an accredited Irish institution under the guidance of a primary supervisor.
  • Only English or Irish may be used to submit applications.

Why Apply for the Government of Ireland Scholarship?

  • Global Eligibility: Students from Applicants from any country may apply, and EU and non-EU students have equal possibilities.
  • Broad Program Coverage: Master’s by Research and PhD programs in all academic disciplines are eligible for funding.
  • Prestigious Recognition: This honours exceptional academic performance and promising research.
  • Fair and Open Selection: Applications are assessed using a global peer-review procedure.

Benefits & funding

4 perks included · Fully Funded

  • Each recipient receives generous annual support of up to €34,000, guaranteeing complete financial covering for the duration of the scholarship.
  • Living Stipend: A €25,000 annual stipend that is tax-free and intended to cover living expenses, everyday charges, and housing while studying in Ireland.
  • Coverage of Tuition prices: Up to €5,750 annually can be contributed to university tuition costs, including higher non-EU overseas prices.
  • Research Support Allowance: An extra €3,250 per year to pay for necessary academic fees like conferences, fieldwork, research materials, and other project-related expenses.

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • Published on Opportunity StationSep 25, 2025
  • Last updatedJul 8, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

Ireland · Europe

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Next step

Ready to apply?

Use the official application website to submit your application directly to the program organizer. The link opens in a new tab so you can keep this guide open.

https://glorno.com/index.php/2025/09/26/ireland-government-scholarships-2026-fully-funded/

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