Apply now: 2025 University College Dublin (UCD) Scholarship for international students

• The 2025 University College Dublin scholarship is  now open to eligible countries, including Nigerians and others
• The scholarship offers £10,000 as a stipend and a full tuition fee waiver 
• TheRadar has compiled a comprehensive article on the application process 

The Government of Ireland Scholarship, administered by the Higher Education Authority (HEA), is a flagship programme designed to strengthen Ireland's international reputation as a centre for academic excellence.

The University College Dublin (UCD) Scholarship under the Government of Ireland initiative is a prestigious programme to attract top-tier international students to Ireland's higher education institutions. 

UCD, a leading Irish institution, partners with this initiative to provide scholarships across various fields of study.

For 2025, the scholarship promises to offer outstanding opportunities for academic growth, cultural exchange, and global networking in one of Europe’s most vibrant educational hubs.

Eligibility criteria for UCD scholarship 

To qualify for the 2025 UCD Scholarship under the Government of Ireland initiative, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Academic excellence: A strong academic record in previous qualifications.

2. Nationality: Open to non-EU/EEA students.

3. Admission offer: Applicants must have received an admission offer for a full-time programme at UCD.

4. Be enrolling in the following for 2025-26:

• 1-year taught Masters programme (full time)
• 1 year of a PhD programme (full-time)

5. Be eligible to pay the non-EEU/non-EEA tuition fee rate.

Benefits of UCD scholarship 

Recipients of the UCD Scholarship under the Government of Ireland programme enjoy several benefits, including:

• Financial support: A stipend of €10,000 for one academic year to cover living expenses.
• Tuition waiver: Full exemption from tuition and other registration fees.

Application process for UCD scholarship 

The application process for the 2025 UCD Scholarship typically involves the following steps:

1. Apply for admission at UCD: Candidates must first secure admission into a full-time programme at UCD.

2. Complete the scholarship application: Submit the online scholarship application through the UCD portal.

3. Apply for scholarship: Proceed to apply for the Government of Ireland Scholarship on the GOI-IES webpage. 

Important dates

• Application deadline: March 5, 2025

Australian Government launches scholarship for Nigerians, others at University of Sydney

Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported that the Australian Government Research Training Programme (RTP) Scholarship at the University of Sydney was open to international applicants, including Nigerians. 

The scholarship provides significant financial support to international students, helping them manage tuition fees, living expenses, and other research-related costs.