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UNIVERSITY OF GALWAY UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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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 NameValue / CoverageEligibility / Key HighlightsApplication & Deadline
University of Galway Excellence Scholarship€1,500Automatically awarded to 40 top-performing new entrants based on CAO points.No application required.
Creative Arts Performance Points ScholarshipAdditional 40 CAO pointsFor 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 ScholarshipsVaries (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€1,500Recognises leadership and community involvement (e.g., Gaisce, Foroige, Young Social Innovators).Online application; Opens Spring 2026.
University of Sanctuary ScholarshipFull fee waiver + €3,300 stipendFor 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 yearFor socio-economically disadvantaged students; co-funded by EU & Govt. of Ireland.Opens Sept 2026 (TBC).
Uversity Scholarship€5,000–€7,000 per yearFor 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 yearFor 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 totalFor 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 yearFor 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 yearFor 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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UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA GENERAL INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS

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Application Deadline: January 10, 2026

LOCATION: Canada

Whether you’re a scholastic achiever, community leader or well-rounded student, the U of A awards $52 million each year in undergraduate scholarships, awards and financial support to all kinds of students. You could be starting with scholarships you don’t even have to apply for! You will be evaluated for these scholarships when you apply for admission. Your eligibility will be based on your high school admission average at the time of your admission offer. They’ll assess you for a match to the following and many more. If you are eligible for an admission-based scholarship, they will contact you directly.

ELIGIBILITY:

There are even more scholarships and awards for all types of students. Not sure what scholarships you’re eligible for? No problem! Fill out our single scholarship application and based on your background, experiences, academics and interests, we’ll assess you for a match to the following and many more.

You must apply to an undergraduate degree program before you can apply for any entrance scholarships. The deadline for application-based scholarships is January 10.  Check out some of our tips about how to apply, or visit our scholarship application form to get started.

Offers will be made starting in early winter.

General International Undergraduate Scholarships at the University of Alberta:

Scholarship NameTypeEligibility/CriteriaValue (in CAD)DurationRemarks
International Admission ScholarshipAdmission-basedTop international students based on admission averageUp to $5,000One-timeAutomatically awarded upon admission
Regional Excellence ScholarshipAdmission-basedTop students from specific regions based on admission averageUp to $5,000One-timeAutomatically awarded upon admission
Gold Standard ScholarshipAdmission-basedTop 5% of students in each faculty based on admission averageUp to $6,000One-timeAutomatically awarded upon admission
President’s International Distinction ScholarshipApplication-basedStudents with superior academics and leadership qualities entering first year on student visaUp to $120,000 (over 4 years)4 years25 awards annually
Chan Pang Kuen Memorial International Distinction ScholarshipApplication-basedHigh-achieving students with leadership qualities entering first year on student visaUp to $120,000 (over 4 years)4 yearsMerit and leadership-based
International Leader ScholarshipApplication-basedWell-rounded students with superior academics and leadership rolesUp to $15,000One-timeRecognizes leadership and community involvement
May Quon Undergraduate ScholarshipApplication-basedChinese or Hong Kong citizens with strong academics and financial needUp to $100,000 (over 4 years)4 yearsBased on merit and need
Cora Martinson International ScholarshipApplication-basedStudents entering Augustana Faculty with top grades; preference for financial needUp to $56,000 (over 4 years)4 yearsAugustana-specific scholarship
University of Alberta Global Citizen Scholarship for IB Diploma StudentsApplication-basedIB Diploma students from Aga Khan Academies with strong academics and leadershipUp to $53,000 per year (max 4 years)4 yearsFor international students on student visa
Other University AwardsAdmission/Application-basedVarious criteria, including merit, leadership, and regionVariableVariesU of A awards over $52 million annually in scholarships

Interested and eligible applicants for the University of Alberta Scholarships should:

To visit the scholarships webpage, click the button below.

Apply to the University of Alberta’s undergraduate degree programs.

When you apply for admission, your eligibility for these scholarships will be assessed.

Your high school admission average at the time of your acceptance offer will determine your eligibility. The following and many more will be evaluated by U of A.

You will be notified directly if you qualify for an admission-based scholarship.

BENEFIT:

International Admission Scholarship: Up to $5,000 (CAD)

Regional Excellence Scholarship: Up to CAD $5,000 based on admission average.

Gold Standard Scholarship: Up to CAD $6,000 based on admission average.

President’s International Distinction Scholarship: Up to $120,000 (over 4 years)

Chan Pang Kuen Memorial International Distinction Scholarship: Up to $120,000 (over 4 years)

International Leader Scholarship: Up to $15,000

May Quon Undergraduate Scholarship: Up to $100,000 (over 4 years)

Cora Martinson International Scholarship: Up to $56,000 (over 4 years)

University of Alberta Global Citizen Scholarship for IB Diploma Students: Up to $53,000 per year (max 4 years)

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