India – In a significant step towards fostering academic excellence and embracing global diversity, University of Galway announced the launch of the ‘Global Achievement Scholarships 2024-2025’ exclusively designed for undergraduate students in the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies and the College of Business, Public Policy, and Law. These scholarships aim to attract and support talented individuals from around the world, providing them with a unique opportunity to pursue their academic aspirations in these specific fields at one of Ireland’s esteemed institutions.

Under the scholarship, eligible applicants seeking admission in the colleges will receive a €2,000 reduction in tuition fees for their first year of undergraduate study. No separate application is required, as all eligible candidates will be automatically considered based on their academic results and personal statement. To qualify for this prestigious scholarship, successful candidates must be assessed as international for fee purposes, self-funded, and have met the conditions outlined in their full-time undergraduate course offer letter from the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies or the College of Business, Public Policy, and Law. Additionally, they must have secured a place for full-time study at the University of Galway in an eligible program starting September 2023 within these specified colleges.

Speaking about the initiative, Judith Cooke, Head of Global Recruitment at University of Galway said, “The Global Achievement Scholarships represent our dedication to fostering excellence in specific fields and creating an inclusive academic community that transcends borders within these colleges.”

As part of this initiative, the University is committed to empowering students within these specific fields and helping them access quality education to make meaningful contributions to their respective areas of study.

Anju Singh, Senior Regional Manager – South Asia for University of Galway expressed her enthusiasm for the initiative, stating, “The ‘Global Achievement Scholarships 2024-2025’ exemplifies our commitment to cultivating a dynamic global academic community within the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies and the College of Business, Public Policy and Law. These scholarships aim to empower students, irrespective of their backgrounds, to unlock and realise their full potential within these specialised fields.”

As University of Galway takes this significant step within these specific colleges, it invites talented minds from around the globe to join in this collective pursuit of knowledge, diversity, and academic excellence within the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies and the College of Business, Public Policy and Law.

For further details regarding these scholarships within the specified colleges, please visit the University of Galway’s International Scholarships page at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/internationalscholarships/