Application Deadline: Varies
LOCATION: Ireland
Explore a wide range of scholarships designed to support your academic journey at the University of Galway, Ireland. From academic excellence to creative arts, civic engagement, sports, and more, we offer numerous opportunities to help you succeed.
ELIGIBILITY & BENEFIT:
| Scholarship Name | Value / Coverage | Eligibility / Key Highlights | Application & Deadline |
| University of Galway Excellence Scholarship | €1,500 | Automatically awarded to 40 top-performing new entrants based on CAO points. | No application required. |
| Creative Arts Performance Points Scholarship | Additional 40 CAO points | For students with exceptional talent in Creative Writing, Drama, Music, Film, or Digital Media. | Online application; Opens Jan 31, 2026; Deadline May 2026 (TBC). |
| Sporting Excellence Scholarships | Varies (Elite Athlete & Performance Points) | For outstanding athletes; includes grants, coaching, physiotherapy, nutrition, and academic support. | One online application; Opens Spring 2026 (TBC). |
| Civic Engagement Scholarship | €1,500 | Recognises leadership and community involvement (e.g., Gaisce, Foroige, Young Social Innovators). | Online application; Opens Spring 2026. |
| University of Sanctuary Scholarship | Full fee waiver + €3,300 stipend | For refugees, asylum seekers, Travellers, and vulnerable immigrant groups. | Apply via Access Centre; Deadline Summer 2026. |
| Mature Student Entrance Scholarship | €1,500 (first year) | For 30 mature students (aged 23+) beginning full-time undergraduate studies. | No application; awarded automatically. |
| 1916 Bursary Fund | €1,500–€5,000 per year | For socio-economically disadvantaged students; co-funded by EU & Govt. of Ireland. | Opens Sept 2026 (TBC). |
| Uversity Scholarship | €5,000–€7,000 per year | For adult learners (aged 23+) pursuing a Bachelor’s degree for the first time. | Opens Feb 1, 2026. |
| Google Insight Scholarship | €5,000 per year (up to 5 years) | For underrepresented groups (HEAR, DARE, Travellers, Women in STEM) in STEM-related courses. | October 2026 after enrolment. |
| Hygeia Scholarship (Access) | €4,000 per year | For low-income students in Business or Engineering; includes internship opportunities. | Apply after enrolment; Deadline Oct 2026. |
| James Massey Keegan Scholarship (Mayo) | €1,500 (one-time) | For top student from County Mayo entering University of Galway. | Automatic; no application. |
| Optum North-West Healthcare Scholarship (Donegal) | €25,000 total | For students from Donegal pursuing healthcare-related programmes. | Apply directly to Optum; Deadline April 2026. |
| Pauline & Bunnie Jones Scholarship (Roscommon) | €3,250 per year (4 years) | For four students from County Roscommon based on CAO points. | Apply online; Deadline Aug 1, 2026. |
| Terence O’Malley DLA Piper Scholarship (Law) | €7,500 (total) | For one Law student from the West of Ireland. | Apply after enrolment in Year 1. |
| Cunningham Civil & Marine Scholarship (Engineering) | €10,000 total (€2,000/year) | For Civil Engineering students, especially from underrepresented backgrounds. | Apply after enrolment; Deadline Oct 2026. |
| Dr Karen Guinee Scholarship (Medicine) | €6,250 per year | For Medicine students facing financial or personal challenges. | Online application with personal statement; interviews required. |
| CLS Excellence Scholarship (Science) | €3,000 per year (4 years) | For high-achieving Science students in receipt of SUSI grant. | Online application; Deadline Oct 2026. |
| Naughton Scholarship (National Scheme) | €6,000 per year (up to 4 years) | For Irish students studying Science, Engineering, or Technology at third level. | Online application opens March 2026. |
| All-Ireland Scholarships (National Scheme) | €6,750 per year | For high-achieving students from non-fee-paying schools receiving SUSI grants. | Automatically selected; via JP McManus Trust. |
It’s easy to apply for these scholarships:
Go to universityofgalway.ie/scholarships to access the official website.
Select the scholarship category of your choice: Industry, Access, Civic Engagement, Sport, Creative Arts, or Academic.
Fill out the online application, attach the necessary files, and submit it before the deadline.
Certain rewards are given automatically; you won’t need to submit an application; you’ll know if you qualify after enrolling.
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