Opportunities from 1916 Bursary

Applications for 2026/27 opened on 3 September 2026 and close on 9 October 2026 at 5:00 p.m. as published by the programme. Tier 1 provides €5,000 per year to 400 new undergraduate entrants for the normal duration of study; Tier 2 provides €2,000 per year to 200 entrants. A €1,500 Tier 3 once-off payment may be available subject to confirmation of funding. Existing Tier 1 and Tier 2 recipients may continue support into approved postgraduate study subject to scheme conditions.

Applicants must satisfy the programme's financial, priority-group and college-entry criteria. The 2026/27 scheme is primarily for first-time undergraduate entrants, including eligible advanced-entry students; specified second-chance mature students may also qualify. Applicants must meet the detailed residence/status and income conditions in the official guidance.