Ireland
1 Fulbright/Centennial Award NEW
Accepted Degree Levels
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Grant PeriodFall StartGrant Length10 Months |
Award Type
Fulbright Graduate Degree Grants
- Yes
Award Profile
2024 represented 100 years of diplomatic relations between the United States of America and Ireland. In recognition of this the Ireland Centennial Award is based on the principle that culture, creativity, academic inquiry, and heritage preservation are vital to individual development and to society as a whole and have been a foundation block in the excellent transatlantic relations between the U.S. and Ireland. The award is open to post-graduate Masters-seeking students in any relevant discipline in the Republic of Ireland. As the award marks the centenary of diplomatic relations, the primary focus will be exploring the cultural and other ties between the U.S. and Ireland.
Grant Length
Grant Period
The grant will begin in Fall 2027 to align with the academic calendar.
Orientation
In-Country Orientation for the U.S. Students circa September/October 2027
Candidate Profile
Applications are welcome from candidates who already have an undergraduate degree and seeking a Master's Degree.
What is life like for Fulbrighters in the host country?
Applicants are expected to research their host country. Application materials should indicate a clear commitment to the host country community and a description of how you will engage with it.
The Fulbright Commission in Ireland seeks and encourages the involvement of all people in its grants. U.S. Fulbright Alumni cite the following bonuses in coming to Ireland: English-speaking; very welcoming; family-friendly; safe; intellectually challenging in a good way; culturally rich; at the forefront of European community development; and accessible.
Ireland is a friendly, engaging and vibrant country with centuries of U.S. interaction as part of its DNA. As an increasingly diverse society with a highly educated workforce, competitive educational system and millennia of culture, it is a popular choice for U.S. Student applicants.
Higher education in Ireland is provided by 12 universities, 2 Institutes of Technology, and a number of specialist colleges in art, business, law, music, medicine and theology. There are also a significant number of well-funded research centres and cultural institutions that may be considered as host options.
Irish colleges typically operate on a two-semester academic year: September to December and January to May. Further information on higher education in Ireland can be found here.
Most Higher Education Institutions are supported by the Irish government. For example, universities and Institutes of technology receive more than 90 percent of their income from the state. The Irish government has invested 2.5 billion euro establishing advanced centres of research, and world-class research facilities and programs that are an attractive destination for international exchange visitors.
Fulbright Alumni cite the following advantages associated with coming to Ireland: English-speaking; very welcoming; family-friendly; safe; intellectually challenging; culturally rich and diverse; and accessible. Please see the Commission’s Coming to Ireland page for more information and resources. Helpful advice on living and studying in Ireland can also be found on the official website of the Government of Ireland here.
Please contact the Fulbright Commission in Ireland via email at awards@fulbright.ie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSqPQGZKWc0 – Irish Fulbright Commission
For further information on Fulbright Alumni, please see the Alumni Directory here. A complete list of Fulbright Campus Ambassadors is also available to search and view.
Eligibility
10 Months
Degree Level of Applicant
- Bachelor's
Foreign Language Evaluation (FLE) Form
If required, submission of the Foreign Language Evaluation (FLE) form is mandatory, even if you have advanced skills or are a native speaker of the language. Failure to submit the required FLE form may impact your eligibility.
Fulbright Proposal Types
No
Yes
Affiliation Fees/Tuition
Award Benefits
- A stipend broadly based on the cost of living in the host country. These funds may be used by the grantee to support housing, meals, and incidental costs during the grant period.
- International travel benefits
- Accident & sickness health benefits
- 24/7 mental health support line for urgent and non-urgent situations
- 12 months of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) hiring status within the federal government
Stipend Amount
This is an estimated amount and is subject to change. The financial terms of the grant will be confirmed in the grant document issued after selection.
Stipend will be paid in two payments.
Estimated Cost of Living
Consider using cost of living comparison websites to gain a better understanding of the potential costs in your host country.
Recent figures estimate the cost of living to be between €15,000 and €20,000 per year in Ireland for international students, largely depending on where you are and the type of accommodation chosen.
International Student Cost of Living Guide
Education in Ireland Cost of Living Guide