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I want to do an MBA in Ireland, so which scholarships can I apply for and how much do they cover?

08 Oct 2026 · Answered by Saru Sharma · 2 min read
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Several Irish universities offer MBA scholarships open to international students, including UCD Smurfit, Trinity, UCC, University of Galway, Maynooth and SETU. Awards range from around EUR 5,000 to full tuition waivers. Names and amounts are examples, more awards exist, and details change, so check each school's page.

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Yes, several Irish universities offer MBA scholarships that international students can look at. Awards range from around EUR 5,000 (approx INR 5.42 L) at Maynooth to full tuition waivers at some universities. The awards listed are examples and more exist; amounts change each year, so confirm them on each school's current page.

Scholarships by University

UniversityScholarship and coverage
UCD Smurfit SchoolIMAGE MBA Scholarship (100% for one female candidate) and GMAT Excellence Scholarships (full tuition for high GMAT scores)
Trinity College DublinMerit scholarships of about EUR 8,000 (approx INR 8.68 L), a scholarship for women in leadership of EUR 18,000 (approx INR 19.52 L), and Social Impact Scholarships of EUR 10,000 (approx INR 10.84 L)
University College CorkDean's Executive MBA Scholarship (50% of tuition), a full-tuition award for the not-for-profit sector, and a full-tuition award for female leaders
University of GalwayUp to 50% tuition scholarships for alumni, MedTech professionals and those with a social impact focus
Maynooth UniversityMBA Excellence Scholarship of EUR 5,000 (approx INR 5.42 L)
South East Technological UniversityGovernment of Ireland International Education Scholarship with a full tuition waiver and a stipend of EUR 10,000 (approx INR 10.84 L)

How to Use This List

Scholarship details and eligibility are subject to change each year, and some awards suit specific groups such as women in leadership or non-profit professionals.

  • Check the official scholarship page of each university for the current cycle
  • Note which awards are merit-based and which are for specific profiles
  • Apply to your programme early so you do not miss scholarship rounds

My Advice

Match each scholarship to your own profile before you apply, because several are aimed at particular groups. Prepare your GMAT and your application early, as strong scores and clear career goals help most for merit-based awards.

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