A new fully funded opportunity is welcoming to international students. The Ireland Fellows Program is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. Funded entirely by the Irish Government, this prestigious opportunity allows outstanding students from eligible countries to pursue a fully funded Master’s degree at leading universities in Ireland. The program is for future leaders and focuses on academic success and cultural sharing. Winners will start their studies in August or September 2026 and must go back home after finishing. There is no cost to apply.
Key Points
- Who Can Apply: Young leaders from selected countries.
- Financial Support: The Irish Government covers everything like tuition, travel and living costs.
- How Long: One year for a Master’s degree.
- No Charges: Applying is free.
- Must Return: Fellows need to go back home after studies to help their communities.
- Where: Leading universities in Ireland with many course options.
Ireland Fellows Program Summary
| Fellowship In | Ireland |
| Available For | Internationals |
| Fellowship Type | Fully Funded |
| Last Date to Apply | 25th July 2025 |
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Ireland Fellowship Benefits
- Free flights from your home country to Ireland and back.
- Full health insurance for your entire stay.
- Help with finding and paying for housing all year.
- €700 every month for daily expenses.
- Extra housing support of €800 to €1000 in the final term.
- No tuition fees at Irish universities.
- Leadership training, networking and fun activities.
- Extra money when you arrive and when you finish your studies.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be ready to start their master’s program in Ireland no earlier than August 2026.
- Open only to residents and nationals of Vietnam, Cambodia or Lao PDR.
- Must have a bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA out of 4.0 earned in 2014 or later from an accredited institution.
- Need at least 2 years of relevant work experience for Vietnam applicants or 3 years for Cambodia and Lao PDR applicants.
- Cannot already have or be working toward a master’s degree or higher during the 2025/26 academic year.
- Must choose three eligible programs that match their education and career background.
- Should prove English proficiency and understand the academic needs of their chosen programs.
- Applicants may only apply to the Ireland Fellows Programme once.
- Must display leadership skills a focus on sustainable development goals and a desire to connect with Ireland.
- Must be prepared to begin the fellowship in the 2026/2027 academic year.
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Available Study Fields
- Business and Management
- Agriculture and Food Systems
- Human Rights and International Law
- Health and Medicine
- Computer Science and Data Science
- Education and Policy Development
- Engineering and Technology
- Climate and Environmental Studies
- Gender Equality and Social Inclusion
Eligible Irish Universities
- Trinity College Dublin
- South East Technological University
- University of Limerick
- Mary Immaculate College
- National College of Art and Design
- Munster Technological University
- University College Cork
- Independent College
- UCD Michael Smurfit Business School
- Dublin Business School
- Maynooth University
- Atlantic Technological University
- Technological University Dublin
- National College of Ireland
- Griffith College
- Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
- University College Dublin
- Technological University of the Shannon
- University of Galway
- Dublin City University
Required Documents
- Valid passport copy
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Completed application form
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)
- Updated CV
- Two recommendation letters
- Passport-sized photograph
How to Apply? Ireland Fellows Program 2026-2027
Applicants cannot send applications directly to Irish universities unless given special instructions. It is important to read the Applicant Guidance Note fully before starting the process. All submissions must go through the official Ireland Fellows Program website using the correct application links.