National College of Ireland International Scholarships 2026 – The National College of Ireland NCI is currently awarding its scholarships to interested and eligible international students. You can apply for the 2026 National College of Ireland International Scholarships to support your dream of studying in Ireland.
NCI has an extensive scholarship and bursary portfolio for international students, which aims to reward excellence and promote diversity among the student body. Please ensure that you read both the specific requirements for each scholarship and the overall Terms & Conditions for NCI scholarships.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): National College of Ireland NCI, Ireland
Scholarship Type: Tuition-fee Scholarship
Host Institution(s): University of Alabama in Huntsville, USA
Scholarship Worth: 50% Tuition fee
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level: Masters
Nationality: International students
About National College of Ireland International Scholarships 2026
The following scholarships are available for Masters courses;
Women in Business Scholarship
This scholarship is available for aspiring Female business leaders wishing to study a Masters course in the NCI School of Business starting in September 2026 only. You may apply for one of these scholarships only once you have an offer to study a Masters programme in the NCI School of Business. To apply please download the application form and mail the completed form to international@ncirl.ie on or before deadline.
Master’s Edge Scholarship
In response to current circumstances where, due to the economic impact of COVID-19 restrictions, the jobs market has been negatively impacted, NCI offers a 50% scholarship for any qualified NCI undergraduate student or alumni who wishes to progress onto any full-time, day-time Masters at NCI, commencing in September 2026. Apply by Completing this application form
Future Leaders Scholarship
The scholarship is available for Masters courses starting in September only. You may apply for one of these scholarships only once you have a full offer to study a Masters programme at NCI by downloading the attached form.
Entrepreneurship Scholarship
This is available for the MSc in Entrepreneurship courses starting in September only. You may apply for this scholarship only once you have a full offer to study the MSc in Entrepreneurship at NCI by downloading the attached form.
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: All students who receive an offer to study a Masters course at NCI are automatically assessed for these scholarships based upon their previous academic performance. There is no requirement for you to submit a scholarship application form for these scholarships.
Application Deadline: June 11, 2026
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FAQs
What types of international scholarships are available at the National College of Ireland (NCI) for 2026?
NCI offers several scholarships for international students, including Masters Academic Merit Scholarships, Undergraduate Academic Scholarships, Higher Diploma Scholarships, Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Scholarships, Young Future Leaders Programme Scholarships, and Sports Scholarships. Most are assessed automatically based on academic performance or specific criteria.
Who is eligible for these international scholarships?
Typically, international students holding an offer to study at NCI are eligible. Eligibility often depends on academic performance and the specific scholarship type; some awards require participation in designated programmes (e.g., Young Future Leaders) or demonstration of athletic excellence (for Sports Scholarships).
Do I need to apply separately for NCI international scholarships?
For most academic merit and standard scholarships, you are automatically assessed when you receive an offer of admission; there is no separate application form. However, select scholarships (like the Young Future Leaders Programme or some sports awards) may require a scholarship application form by the specified deadline.
How much funding can international students receive through these scholarships?
Scholarship amounts vary by type:
• Masters Academic Merit — up to €5,000
• Undergraduate Academic — €2,000–€3,000 per year
• Higher Diploma Scholarships — around €4,000
• ECEC Scholarships — €4,000 per year
• Young Future Leaders Programme — €3,000 per year
• Sports Scholarships — about €2,000
Exact amounts depend on the course and eligibility criteria.