Top Undergraduate Scholarships in Ireland (2025\/26): Deadlines, Eligibility, and How to Apply<\/title><br \/>\n <meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1\" \/><br \/>\n <meta name=\"description\" content=\"A curated list of UG scholarships in Ireland for 2025\/26 including Trinity, UCD, UCC, University of Galway, DCU, UL\u2014values, eligibility, deadlines, and application links.\" \/><br \/>\n <meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Top Undergraduate Scholarships in Ireland (2025\/26)\" \/><br \/>\n <meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"UG scholarships in Ireland\u2014values, eligibility, deadlines, and application links for Trinity, UCD, UCC, University of Galway, DCU, UL.\" \/><\/p>\n<style>\n :root { --bg:#fff; --ink:#1f2937; --muted:#6b7280; --brand:#0ea5e9; --chip:#f1f5f9; --ok:#16a34a; }\n html,body { margin:0; padding:0; background:var(--bg); color:var(--ink); font:16px\/1.6 system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Inter,Arial,sans-serif; }\n article { max-width: 980px; margin: 32px auto; padding: 0 20px 60px; }\n h1 { font-size: clamp(1.8rem, 1.5rem + 1vw, 2.4rem); line-height:1.2; margin: 0 0 12px; }\n .sub { color: var(--muted); margin: 0 0 20px; }\n .note { background:#f8fafc; border:1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius:10px; padding:12px 14px; color:#334155; }\n .toc { margin:20px 0 28px; padding:14px; background:#f9fafb; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius:10px; }\n .toc a { color: var(--brand); text-decoration: none; }\n .toc a:hover { text-decoration: underline; }\n section.sch { border:1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius:16px; padding:18px; margin:18px 0 22px; }\n section.sch h2 { margin:0 0 10px; font-size:1.25rem; }\n .chip { display:inline-block; font-size:.85rem; background:var(--chip); padding:4px 10px; border-radius:999px; margin-right:8px; color:#0f172a; }\n ul.meta { list-style:none; padding:0; margin:10px 0 0; }\n ul.meta li { margin:6px 0; }\n .cta { margin-top:34px; padding:18px; border:2px dashed #bae6fd; background:#f0f9ff; border-radius:16px; }\n .cta h3 { margin:0 0 8px; }\n .faq details { border:1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius:10px; padding:12px 14px; margin:10px 0; }\n .faq summary { font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; }\n .small { font-size:.9rem; color:var(--muted); }\n .tag { color: var(--ok); font-weight:600; }\n <\/style>\n<p><\/head><br \/>\n<body><\/p>\n<article>\n<header>\n<p class=\"sub\">For many Indian students, a scholarship is the difference between offer and go. Ireland\u2019s top universities award everything from automatic fee reductions to competitive merit grants for strong academics and extracurriculars. Below is a crisp 2025\u201326 shortlist\u2014with values, eligibility, and official links\u2014so you can apply early and stretch your budget. <span class=\"small\">Last updated: 6 September 2025<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"note\">\n Dates and criteria can change each year. Always confirm the latest details with our <a href=\"https:\/\/thementorscircle.com\/about-us.php\">Mentors<\/a> or on the universities\u2019 pages before applying.<br \/>\n For your confidence, <strong>The Mentors Circle is an award-winning agency for Study in Ireland<\/strong>, reflecting our approach and commitment to Indian students who wish to study abroad.\n <\/p>\n<\/header>\n<section id=\"tcd-global-excellence\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Trinity College Dublin \u2014 Global Excellence Undergraduate Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: up to \u20ac5,000 (first year)<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Merit-based; separate application<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Non-EU fee status; conditional\/firm offer (excludes Medicine, Dental Science, Acting).<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to apply:<\/strong> Email your Regional Officer with required docs (offer letter, short statement, CV).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcd.ie\/study\/international\/scholarships\/undergraduate\/geug.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TCD Global Excellence (UG)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tcd-india\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Trinity College Dublin \u2014 India Undergraduate Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: \u20ac3,000\u2013\u20ac5,000 (first year)<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">For Indian applicants<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Full-time UG (excludes Medicine, Dental Science, Acting); strong academics (typical high XII\/A-levels\/IB).<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to apply:<\/strong> Email the India Regional Officer with offer letter, 300-word statement, CV (per page guidance).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcd.ie\/study\/international\/scholarships\/undergraduate\/india.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TCD India UG Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tcd-sport\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Trinity College Dublin \u2014 Sport Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support package<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">All sports; annual renewal<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> For students competing at national\/international level; scholar benefits via Trinity Sport.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to apply:<\/strong> Online via Trinity Sport during cycle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcd.ie\/sport\/performance-sport\/scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trinity Sport Scholarships<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcd.ie\/study\/international\/scholarships\/undergraduate\/sport.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UG Sport Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucd-global-excellence\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Dublin \u2014 Global Excellence Scholarships (UG)<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: 50% or 100% (limited)<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Highly competitive<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Non-EU fee status; offer\/conditional offer; regional rounds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to apply:<\/strong> Submit scholarship application after receiving offer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucd.ie\/global\/scholarships\/globalexcellencescholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UCD Global Excellence<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucd-iss\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Dublin \u2014 International Student Scholarship (ISS)<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Varies<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic consideration<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> All programme applications are assessed for ISS at offer\u2014no separate form.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucd.ie\/global\/study-at-ucd\/scholarshipsfinances\/scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UCD Scholarships hub<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucd-ea-college\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>UCD \u2014 College of Engineering & Architecture Non-EU Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: College-funded (varies)<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">New applicants<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Self-funding Non-EU; new offer holders only.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucd.ie\/eacollege\/currentstudents\/noneuscholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">E&A Non-EU Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucd-sport\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>UCD \u2014 Sport Scholarships & Ad Astra Elite Sports<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support package<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Tracks:<\/strong> UCD Sport Scholarship (broad sports) and Ad Astra Elite Sports (top athletes).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Note:<\/strong> Ad Astra <em>Academic<\/em> scholarships primarily suit school leavers in Ireland\/IB on the island; most Indian applicants will target Sport route.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucd.ie\/sport\/scholarshipsinfokeydates\/ucdsportscholarship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UCD Sport Scholarship<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucd.ie\/adastraacademy\/elitesports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ad Astra Elite Sports<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-quercus-academic\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 Quercus Academic (University Scholarships)<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: up to \u20ac10,500<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Current UCC undergrads<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> For registered UG students demonstrating exceptional academic excellence; competitive and renewable with progression.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/all\/alluccsch\/alluccschqus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quercus University (Academic)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-quercus-sport\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 Quercus Sport Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support + funding<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> UG (Level 8) athletes with exceptional performance; renewals subject to criteria.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/all\/alluccsch\/alluccschqss\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quercus Sport<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-quercus-cpa\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 Quercus Creative & Performing Arts<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support + funding<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> UG (Level 8) with strong arts portfolio; competitive.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/quercus\/about\/creativeandperformingarts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quercus Creative & Performing Arts<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-quercus-citizenship\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 Quercus Active Citizenship<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support + funding<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> UG (Level 8) with sustained impact in civic\/community leadership.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/all\/alluccsch\/alluccschqacs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Active Citizenship (overview)<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/quercus\/about\/activecitizenship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">About<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-sefs\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 SEFS International Undergraduate Scholarship<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: 25% tuition reduction<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic at offer<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Non-EU offer holders to eligible Science, Engineering & Food Science programmes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/internationaltable\/sefsinternatugsch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEFS International UG<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-cbl-ug\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>UCC \u2014 College of Business & Law International Undergraduate Scholarship<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: \u20ac5,000\/year<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic at accepted offer<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Accepted offer for eligible Business\/Law UG; cannot combine with other UCC scholarships.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/internationaltable\/internschcblug\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBL Intl UG Scholarship<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-cacsss-ug\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>UCC \u2014 CACSSS (Arts\/Humanities) International Undergraduate Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Typically fee reduction<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Often automatic at offer<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> College-level international UG awards for Arts, Celtic Studies & Social Sciences; see current-year rules and any automatic reductions listed on fees pages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/internationaltable\/internschcacsssugint\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CACSSS Intl UG Scholarships<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/internationaltable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UCC International Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"galway-merit\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University of Galway \u2014 Undergraduate Merit Scholarships (International)<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Varies<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic consideration<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> International applicants are automatically considered after offer for relevant merit awards.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityofgalway.ie\/internationalscholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">International Scholarships hub<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"galway-excellence\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University of Galway \u2014 Undergraduate Excellence Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: typically \u20ac1,500+<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Competitive; deadlines apply<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Offer accepted by the specified date for the intake; selection based on academic excellence and statements (per stream).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityofgalway.ie\/undergraduate-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UG Scholarships (overview)<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityofgalway.ie\/internationalscholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">International Scholarship timelines<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"galway-shannon\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Shannon College of Hotel Management (University of Galway) \u2014 UG Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: up to 50% (select awards)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Examples:<\/strong> Hospitality Rising Star (up to 50%); Global Achievement (\u20ac2,000) for strong interview\/academics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/stories.universityofgalway.ie\/shannon-college-of-hotel-management-scholarships\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shannon Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"dcu-international\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Dublin City University \u2014 International Merit Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Partial fee reduction<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic consideration<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Non-EU applicants automatically reviewed at offer stage; some faculty bursaries exist.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcu.ie\/scholarships\/international-scholarships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DCU International Scholarships<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcu.ie\/scholarships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DCU Scholarships hub<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"dcu-sport\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Dublin City University \u2014 Sports Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support package<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> DCU Sports General Scholarships support athletes alongside study; separate application windows apply.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcu.ie\/scholarships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sports Scholarships (hub)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ul-international\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University of Limerick \u2014 International Merit Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Partial fee waivers<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic review<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Once you apply for a programme, you\u2019re automatically considered for merit scholarships; faculties may run their own awards.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ul.ie\/gps\/international-student\/scholarships-international-students\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UL International Scholarships<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ul.ie\/gps\/scholarships-and-bursaries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Scholarships & Bursaries<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ul-india\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University of Limerick \u2014 Scholarships for Indian Students<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Faculty-set (varies)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Dedicated merit-based awards for Indian students in select faculties each cycle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ul.ie\/gps\/international-student\/scholarships-international-students\/indian-students-scholarships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UL India Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-quercus\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 Quercus Innovation\/Entrepreneurship Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: up to \u20ac10,500<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Undergraduate (Level 8)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> For registered UCC undergraduate students demonstrating innovation\/entrepreneurship; renewable subject to progression.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Must be registered in (or hold an offer for) a UCC Level 8 UG programme.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application window (guidance):<\/strong> Typically opens Nov\u2013Feb; check current cycle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to apply:<\/strong> Separate application; queries to <a href=\"mailto:quercus@ucc.ie\">quercus@ucc.ie<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/all\/alluccsch\/alluccschqies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quercus Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tcd-global-excellence-original\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Trinity College Dublin \u2014 Global Excellence Undergraduate Scholarships (recap)<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: up to \u20ac5,000 (first year)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Merit-based reduction to first-year tuition fees.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcd.ie\/study\/international\/scholarships\/undergraduate\/geug.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TCD Global Excellence (UG)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"cta\">\n<h3>Need help securing a scholarship?<\/h3>\n<p>Get a personalised shortlist, statement review, and deadline tracker. <span class=\"tag\">Free first session.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"faq\">\n<h2>FAQs<\/h2>\n<details>\n<summary>When do applications usually open?<\/summary>\n<p>Cycles vary, but many Ireland UG scholarships open between November and March. Always verify the current-year dates on the official pages linked above.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can I apply before I receive final exam results?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes\u2014many universities accept applications with predicted\/awaiting results; scholarship consideration may still require at least a conditional offer.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Are scholarships renewable?<\/summary>\n<p>Some are one-year fee reductions; others (like certain merit or civic awards) may renew annually subject to progression and performance.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<footer class=\"small\">\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> Values, deadlines, and criteria can change. Confirm details on the official university pages before applying. 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\n Top Undergraduate Scholarships in Ireland (2025\/26): Deadlines, Eligibility, and How to Apply<\/title><br \/>\n <meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1\" \/><br \/>\n <meta name=\"description\" content=\"A curated list of UG scholarships in Ireland for 2025\/26 including Trinity, UCD, UCC, University of Galway, DCU, UL\u2014values, eligibility, deadlines, and application links.\" \/><br \/>\n <meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Top Undergraduate Scholarships in Ireland (2025\/26)\" \/><br \/>\n <meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"UG scholarships in Ireland\u2014values, eligibility, deadlines, and application links for Trinity, UCD, UCC, University of Galway, DCU, UL.\" \/><\/p>\n<style>\n :root { --bg:#fff; --ink:#1f2937; --muted:#6b7280; --brand:#0ea5e9; --chip:#f1f5f9; --ok:#16a34a; }\n html,body { margin:0; padding:0; background:var(--bg); color:var(--ink); font:16px\/1.6 system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Inter,Arial,sans-serif; }\n article { max-width: 980px; margin: 32px auto; padding: 0 20px 60px; }\n h1 { font-size: clamp(1.8rem, 1.5rem + 1vw, 2.4rem); line-height:1.2; margin: 0 0 12px; }\n .sub { color: var(--muted); margin: 0 0 20px; }\n .note { background:#f8fafc; border:1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius:10px; padding:12px 14px; color:#334155; }\n .toc { margin:20px 0 28px; padding:14px; background:#f9fafb; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius:10px; }\n .toc a { color: var(--brand); text-decoration: none; }\n .toc a:hover { text-decoration: underline; }\n section.sch { border:1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius:16px; padding:18px; margin:18px 0 22px; }\n section.sch h2 { margin:0 0 10px; font-size:1.25rem; }\n .chip { display:inline-block; font-size:.85rem; background:var(--chip); padding:4px 10px; border-radius:999px; margin-right:8px; color:#0f172a; }\n ul.meta { list-style:none; padding:0; margin:10px 0 0; }\n ul.meta li { margin:6px 0; }\n .cta { margin-top:34px; padding:18px; border:2px dashed #bae6fd; background:#f0f9ff; border-radius:16px; }\n .cta h3 { margin:0 0 8px; }\n .faq details { border:1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius:10px; padding:12px 14px; margin:10px 0; }\n .faq summary { font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; }\n .small { font-size:.9rem; color:var(--muted); }\n .tag { color: var(--ok); font-weight:600; }\n <\/style>\n<p><\/head><br \/>\n<body><\/p>\n<article>\n<header>\n<p class=\"sub\">For many Indian students, a scholarship is the difference between offer and go. Ireland\u2019s top universities award everything from automatic fee reductions to competitive merit grants for strong academics and extracurriculars. Below is a crisp 2025\u201326 shortlist\u2014with values, eligibility, and official links\u2014so you can apply early and stretch your budget. <span class=\"small\">Last updated: 6 September 2025<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"note\">\n Dates and criteria can change each year. Always confirm the latest details with our <a href=\"https:\/\/thementorscircle.com\/about-us.php\">Mentors<\/a> or on the universities\u2019 pages before applying.<br \/>\n For your confidence, <strong>The Mentors Circle is an award-winning agency for Study in Ireland<\/strong>, reflecting our approach and commitment to Indian students who wish to study abroad.\n <\/p>\n<\/header>\n<section id=\"tcd-global-excellence\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Trinity College Dublin \u2014 Global Excellence Undergraduate Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: up to \u20ac5,000 (first year)<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Merit-based; separate application<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Non-EU fee status; conditional\/firm offer (excludes Medicine, Dental Science, Acting).<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to apply:<\/strong> Email your Regional Officer with required docs (offer letter, short statement, CV).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcd.ie\/study\/international\/scholarships\/undergraduate\/geug.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TCD Global Excellence (UG)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tcd-india\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Trinity College Dublin \u2014 India Undergraduate Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: \u20ac3,000\u2013\u20ac5,000 (first year)<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">For Indian applicants<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Full-time UG (excludes Medicine, Dental Science, Acting); strong academics (typical high XII\/A-levels\/IB).<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to apply:<\/strong> Email the India Regional Officer with offer letter, 300-word statement, CV (per page guidance).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcd.ie\/study\/international\/scholarships\/undergraduate\/india.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TCD India UG Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tcd-sport\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Trinity College Dublin \u2014 Sport Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support package<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">All sports; annual renewal<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> For students competing at national\/international level; scholar benefits via Trinity Sport.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to apply:<\/strong> Online via Trinity Sport during cycle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcd.ie\/sport\/performance-sport\/scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trinity Sport Scholarships<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcd.ie\/study\/international\/scholarships\/undergraduate\/sport.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UG Sport Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucd-global-excellence\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Dublin \u2014 Global Excellence Scholarships (UG)<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: 50% or 100% (limited)<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Highly competitive<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Non-EU fee status; offer\/conditional offer; regional rounds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to apply:<\/strong> Submit scholarship application after receiving offer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucd.ie\/global\/scholarships\/globalexcellencescholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UCD Global Excellence<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucd-iss\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Dublin \u2014 International Student Scholarship (ISS)<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Varies<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic consideration<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> All programme applications are assessed for ISS at offer\u2014no separate form.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucd.ie\/global\/study-at-ucd\/scholarshipsfinances\/scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UCD Scholarships hub<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucd-ea-college\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>UCD \u2014 College of Engineering & Architecture Non-EU Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: College-funded (varies)<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">New applicants<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Self-funding Non-EU; new offer holders only.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucd.ie\/eacollege\/currentstudents\/noneuscholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">E&A Non-EU Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucd-sport\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>UCD \u2014 Sport Scholarships & Ad Astra Elite Sports<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support package<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Tracks:<\/strong> UCD Sport Scholarship (broad sports) and Ad Astra Elite Sports (top athletes).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Note:<\/strong> Ad Astra <em>Academic<\/em> scholarships primarily suit school leavers in Ireland\/IB on the island; most Indian applicants will target Sport route.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucd.ie\/sport\/scholarshipsinfokeydates\/ucdsportscholarship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UCD Sport Scholarship<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucd.ie\/adastraacademy\/elitesports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ad Astra Elite Sports<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-quercus-academic\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 Quercus Academic (University Scholarships)<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: up to \u20ac10,500<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Current UCC undergrads<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> For registered UG students demonstrating exceptional academic excellence; competitive and renewable with progression.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/all\/alluccsch\/alluccschqus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quercus University (Academic)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-quercus-sport\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 Quercus Sport Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support + funding<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> UG (Level 8) athletes with exceptional performance; renewals subject to criteria.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/all\/alluccsch\/alluccschqss\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quercus Sport<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-quercus-cpa\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 Quercus Creative & Performing Arts<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support + funding<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> UG (Level 8) with strong arts portfolio; competitive.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/quercus\/about\/creativeandperformingarts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quercus Creative & Performing Arts<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-quercus-citizenship\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 Quercus Active Citizenship<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support + funding<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> UG (Level 8) with sustained impact in civic\/community leadership.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/all\/alluccsch\/alluccschqacs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Active Citizenship (overview)<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/quercus\/about\/activecitizenship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">About<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-sefs\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 SEFS International Undergraduate Scholarship<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: 25% tuition reduction<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic at offer<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Non-EU offer holders to eligible Science, Engineering & Food Science programmes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/internationaltable\/sefsinternatugsch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEFS International UG<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-cbl-ug\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>UCC \u2014 College of Business & Law International Undergraduate Scholarship<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: \u20ac5,000\/year<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic at accepted offer<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Accepted offer for eligible Business\/Law UG; cannot combine with other UCC scholarships.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/internationaltable\/internschcblug\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBL Intl UG Scholarship<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-cacsss-ug\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>UCC \u2014 CACSSS (Arts\/Humanities) International Undergraduate Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Typically fee reduction<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Often automatic at offer<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> College-level international UG awards for Arts, Celtic Studies & Social Sciences; see current-year rules and any automatic reductions listed on fees pages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/internationaltable\/internschcacsssugint\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CACSSS Intl UG Scholarships<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/internationaltable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UCC International Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"galway-merit\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University of Galway \u2014 Undergraduate Merit Scholarships (International)<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Varies<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic consideration<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> International applicants are automatically considered after offer for relevant merit awards.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityofgalway.ie\/internationalscholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">International Scholarships hub<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"galway-excellence\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University of Galway \u2014 Undergraduate Excellence Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: typically \u20ac1,500+<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Competitive; deadlines apply<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Offer accepted by the specified date for the intake; selection based on academic excellence and statements (per stream).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityofgalway.ie\/undergraduate-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UG Scholarships (overview)<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityofgalway.ie\/internationalscholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">International Scholarship timelines<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"galway-shannon\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Shannon College of Hotel Management (University of Galway) \u2014 UG Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: up to 50% (select awards)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Examples:<\/strong> Hospitality Rising Star (up to 50%); Global Achievement (\u20ac2,000) for strong interview\/academics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/stories.universityofgalway.ie\/shannon-college-of-hotel-management-scholarships\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shannon Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"dcu-international\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Dublin City University \u2014 International Merit Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Partial fee reduction<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic consideration<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Non-EU applicants automatically reviewed at offer stage; some faculty bursaries exist.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcu.ie\/scholarships\/international-scholarships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DCU International Scholarships<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcu.ie\/scholarships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DCU Scholarships hub<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"dcu-sport\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Dublin City University \u2014 Sports Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Support package<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> DCU Sports General Scholarships support athletes alongside study; separate application windows apply.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcu.ie\/scholarships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sports Scholarships (hub)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ul-international\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University of Limerick \u2014 International Merit Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Partial fee waivers<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Automatic review<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Once you apply for a programme, you\u2019re automatically considered for merit scholarships; faculties may run their own awards.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official pages:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ul.ie\/gps\/international-student\/scholarships-international-students\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UL International Scholarships<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ul.ie\/gps\/scholarships-and-bursaries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Scholarships & Bursaries<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ul-india\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University of Limerick \u2014 Scholarships for Indian Students<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: Faculty-set (varies)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Dedicated merit-based awards for Indian students in select faculties each cycle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ul.ie\/gps\/international-student\/scholarships-international-students\/indian-students-scholarships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UL India Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ucc-quercus\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>University College Cork \u2014 Quercus Innovation\/Entrepreneurship Scholarships<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: up to \u20ac10,500<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"chip\">Undergraduate (Level 8)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> For registered UCC undergraduate students demonstrating innovation\/entrepreneurship; renewable subject to progression.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Must be registered in (or hold an offer for) a UCC Level 8 UG programme.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application window (guidance):<\/strong> Typically opens Nov\u2013Feb; check current cycle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to apply:<\/strong> Separate application; queries to <a href=\"mailto:quercus@ucc.ie\">quercus@ucc.ie<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.ie\/en\/scholarships\/all\/alluccsch\/alluccschqies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quercus Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tcd-global-excellence-original\" class=\"sch\">\n<h2>Trinity College Dublin \u2014 Global Excellence Undergraduate Scholarships (recap)<\/h2>\n<p> <span class=\"chip\">Value: up to \u20ac5,000 (first year)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"meta\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Merit-based reduction to first-year tuition fees.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcd.ie\/study\/international\/scholarships\/undergraduate\/geug.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TCD Global Excellence (UG)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"cta\">\n<h3>Need help securing a scholarship?<\/h3>\n<p>Get a personalised shortlist, statement review, and deadline tracker. <span class=\"tag\">Free first session.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"faq\">\n<h2>FAQs<\/h2>\n<details>\n<summary>When do applications usually open?<\/summary>\n<p>Cycles vary, but many Ireland UG scholarships open between November and March. Always verify the current-year dates on the official pages linked above.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can I apply before I receive final exam results?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes\u2014many universities accept applications with predicted\/awaiting results; scholarship consideration may still require at least a conditional offer.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Are scholarships renewable?<\/summary>\n<p>Some are one-year fee reductions; others (like certain merit or civic awards) may renew annually subject to progression and performance.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<footer class=\"small\">\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> Values, deadlines, and criteria can change. Confirm details on the official university pages before applying. 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