Business Postgraduate International Scholarships

Scholarships of €4,000 and €10,000 available for eligible international taught master's applicants. 

Apply for your preferred programme by 15 December for early scholarship consideration. Apply Now

Two scholarships. One application.

There's no separate scholarship form. When you submit a complete application for an eligible master's programme, you're automatically considered for both awards.

International Postgraduate Merit Scholarship – €4,000 Our main scholarship for strong international applicants. Awarded on academic strength and fit with your chosen programme.

International Postgraduate Excellence Scholarship – €10,000 A limited number of higher-value awards for exceptional applicants with outstanding academic records.

You don't need to choose. We'll consider you for the award that best matches your profile.

Two dates to know

Apply early. It matters. Funding is allocated across both rounds, and a significant share is awarded in the early round. Applying by 15 December gives you the earliest decision and the most time to plan your visa, accommodation and finances.

If you're not selected in the early round, you'll automatically be reconsidered in the main round. You don't need to reapply.

Considered once you hold an offer

Your scholarship decision is made once you hold an offer. You don't need to accept your place or pay a deposit to be considered, so you can know the real cost of your master's before you commit.

If you're awarded a scholarship, your award letter will show:

• the scholarship value
• your revised tuition fee balance
• the date by which you need to accept your place and pay your deposit
• any conditions attached to the award

The scholarship is applied as a fee waiver. No cash payment will be made. To secure your scholarship, accept your offer and pay your deposit within the timeframe specified in your award letter. If you don't, the scholarship will be offered to another applicant.

Your scholarship decision is sent separately from your offer letter, by email. 

Who can apply

You'll be considered if you:

• apply for an eligible full-time taught master's programme at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics for September 2027 entry
• are assessed as a non-EU applicant for fee purposes
• have a strong academic record in your primary degree (H1 honours or international equivalent)
• submit a complete application by 15 December 2026 (early round) or 30 April 2027 (main round)

Awards are made on academic merit and on recruitment priorities across our programmes. Scholarships are competitive and places are limited. 

How it works

1. Apply for your chosen master's programme. Make sure your application is complete.
2. Get your offer. You're then considered for a scholarship automatically, with no need to accept first. If you're selected, you'll receive a separate scholarship letter.
3. Accept and pay your deposit by the date in your award letter.
4. Register in September. Your scholarship is deducted from your tuition fee.

Eligible programmes

Further Questions? Contact: businessposgrad@universityofgalway.ie