Maynooth University Scholarships 2025 | Undergraduate, Masters & Research Funding Guide

Maynooth University offers a diverse range of scholarships for students at every level—from first-year undergraduates to doctoral researchers. In 2025, applicants can access funding that covers tuition waivers, living stipends, research expenses, and more. Whether you’re aiming for an academic excellence award, a sports scholarship, a taught master’s bursary, or a prestigious doctoral fellowship, MU’s comprehensive scholarship portfolio supports your ambitions.

Undergraduate Scholarships 2025

Entrance Scholarship (€1,000)

Incoming first-year students who score 575 CAO points or above (Irish Leaving Certificate or equivalent A-Levels) receive an automatic €1,000 Entrance Scholarship upon entry—no separate application required Maynooth University.

Sport Scholarships

MU Sports Scholarships support and reward athletic excellence. The 2025 application window opens 5 November 2024, with information sessions on GAA and other sports at the November Open Days Maynooth University.

Engineering Scholarships (W.A. Barrett & Endress+Hauser)

• W.A. Barrett Scholarship: Two awards of €3,000 each for first-year students in electronic engineering (MH304) or robotics (MH306) Maynooth UniversityMaynooth University.

• Endress+Hauser Scholarship: Supports second-year BE Electronic Engineering and BSc Robotics students; contact the Department of Electronic Engineering for details Maynooth University.

Music Scholarships

• Bachelor of Music (MH103) Entrance Scholarship: A €1,000 award based on the top scoring video audition Maynooth University.

• 2nd Year Music Scholarship: One year-end result-based award for current music students; apply via the Professor of Music Maynooth University.

Special Categories & External Awards

• University of Sanctuary Scholarships: Fee waivers for refugee and asylum-seeking students; 2025/26 applications closed 16 April 2025 (reopening Spring 2026) Maynooth University.

• Disability Scholarships, HEAR/DARE & External Bursaries (1916 Bursary, HEA, NUI Awards, Uversity): Visit the MU website for application details.

Taught Master’s Scholarships 2025/26

EU Taught Master’s Scholarship (€2,000)

A number of €2,000 scholarships are available to EU students enrolling in full-time taught master’s programmes in 2025/26 Maynooth University.

30% Club Scholarship (Full-Fee, Part-Time)

One full-fee waiver is offered to a member of the 30% Club for part-time study in one of four masters: Strategy & Innovation; Design Innovation; Finance; Consumer Insights & Branding Strategy. Deadline: 30 June 2025 Maynooth University.

International Office Scholarships (Non-EU Tuition Reduction)

Non-EU students may apply for a fee reduction of €1,000–€5,000 off 2025–26 tuition fees. Closing date: 15 March 2025 Maynooth University.

Postgraduate Research Scholarships 2025

John & Pat Hume Doctoral Awards

A flagship four-year doctoral scholarship offering a €25,000 annual stipend, €2,000 research expenses and EU fee coverage. Applications opened 20 March 2025 and closed 17 April 2025 Maynooth UniversityLinkedIn.

Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship (GOIPG)

Prestigious individual awards for research excellence across all disciplines; check Research Ireland for details and deadlines Maynooth University.

Enterprise Partnership & Employment-Based Programmes

• Enterprise Partnership Scheme: Co-funded PhD with industry partners. Closing: 10 April 2025 Maynooth University.

• Employment Based Postgraduate Programme: Research while employed; details on research.ie Maynooth University.

North/South Postgraduate Scholarships

All-Island awards supporting collaboration. Closing: 15 May 2025 Maynooth University.

MU Teaching Studentships & Doctoral Scholarships

Rolling applications for teaching and doctoral studentships via the Graduate Research Academy Maynooth University.

Departmental Scholarships

Schools of Law, Business, Science & Engineering offer discipline-specific awards (e.g., Law & Criminology Doctoral Scholarship Deadline: 2 June 2025; Tracey Solicitors LLP Scholarship; IWLA Scholarship; A&L Goodbody Awards) Maynooth University.

Application Deadlines at a Glance

*Entrance Scholarships are awarded automatically based on CAO points; ensure your CAO application and change-of-mind are completed by the deadline.

How to Apply

1. Review eligibility on the MU website for each scholarship category.

2. Gather documentation: academic transcripts, references, personal statements, research proposals.

3. Submit applications via the CAO portal (undergrad), MU Apply Portal (postgrad), or specific online forms.

4. Monitor emails and the MU portal for outcomes.

Tips to Stand Out

• Highlight achievements: Showcase awards, publications, or sporting accolades.

• Secure strong referees: Choose academics or coaches who know your work well.

• Tailor statements: Align personal statements with MU’s research priorities or scholarship aims.

• Proofread carefully: Ensure applications are clear, concise and error-free.

• Apply early: Give yourself time to address queries or upload additional documents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to apply separately for each scholarship?
A: Yes. While some awards are automatic (e.g., Entrance Scholarship), most require individual applications via the relevant portal Maynooth University.

Q: Can international undergraduates access scholarships?
A: International undergraduates may apply for University of Sanctuary, disability, HEAR/DARE and external HEA/NUI awards; sports and departmental scholarships are open to all eligible MU students Maynooth University.

Q: What is the value of the John & Pat Hume Award?
A: €25,000 annual stipend, €2,000 research expenses plus EU fee coverage for up to four years Maynooth University.