Applications for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) for 2026/27 will open on the 29th January 2026.
The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship for non-EU/non-EEA students in Ireland. There are 60 places awarded across all Irish Higher Education Institutions each year.
Please note: The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI IES) is available only for programmes at NFQ Level 9 (Master’s) and Level 10 (PhD).
Some programmes listed on the international pages may include Level 8 entries; these are not eligible for this scholarship. Applicants should ensure they are reviewing Level 9 and 10 options only.
Key dates and funding for GOI-IES
| Application open date (2026/27) | Thursday, 29 January 2026 |
| Application closing date | Thursday, 12 March 2026 |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Funding provided | Full tuition fee waiver and €10,000 stipend for one year. |
| Eligible Programmes | Eligible Programmes*Only programmes that run in full-time mode are eligible for GOI-IES. |
In order to apply for this scholarship, applicants must already have an offer to study at SETU. Scholarship applications without an active offer to study at an Irish institution will not be considered.
The results of the scholarship competition are normally released in June each year.
For further information on eligibility, terms and conditions, and how to apply, please view the official Call for Applications.