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Key facts
- TypePublic
- International students2297
- Nationalities120
- Total programs142
Study abroad at Maynooth University
Maynooth University is an excellent institution based in the charming Irish town of Maynooth. Staff at the University are on a mission to help students from around the world achieve their academic and career aspirations.
The University offers a selection of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in disciplines including the arts, languages, the sciences, business, mathematics, performing arts, engineering, law, and more.
Maynooth University’s lovely campus is packed with top-notch facilities including a great library, spacious classrooms, and wonderful social spaces. There are also a whole host of student support services available to access.

Why study at Maynooth University
- Top professors
Learn from leading academics
- Amazing community
Meet staff and students from all over the world
- Wonderful location
Ireland is an outstanding country with many opportunities
Location
Maynooth University
Mariavilla, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, Ireland.
Maynooth is a fabulous student city - there’s so much for international students to do. It’s home to beautiful landscapes, popular restaurants, excellent shops, thriving nightlife venues, and plenty of cultural attractions.

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Fees and funding
Funding
Undergraduate
MU Sports Scholarships MU Sports Scholarships are designed to support sporting excellence - we want out students to pursue and excel in their sport and academic study at Maynooth University. Scholarship funding assists undergraduate or postgraduate students with sports and university-related expenses (e.g. sporting equipment, travel costs associated with sport) and aims to free up time from part-time work commitments.
The following Maynooth University sports scholarships may be awarded:
- Soccer scholarships
- GAA scholarships
- Paddy Harrington golf scholarships
- Rugby scholarships
- Snooker scholarships
- Carded athletes
- Other sports
September 2023 Undergraduate Scholarships
- Amount
The scholarship comprises a 2,000 Euro per year reduction in the undergraduate non-EU tuition fee.
- Requirements
A separate application is not required. You must have been offered and accepted a place on one of our undergraduate programmes and paid your deposit by 31 March 2023. Open to full and conditional offer holders.
Graduate
Taught Master's Scholarships
- Amount
€2,000 to students across all disciplines in recognition of academic excellence.
- Requirements
All applicants must have achieved a minimum 2.1 honours undergraduate degree. Open to both EU and Non-EU applicants. Graduates or current students of PhD or Master’s programs are not eligible to apply. A further €2000 scholarship will be awarded to applicants ordinarily resident in Ireland and registered with their Higher Education Institution Access Office and meet the eligibility requirement.
September 2023 Taught Postgraduate Scholarships
- Amount
9 scholarships (3 per faculty) at 2,500 Euro reduction for the first year of a taught postgraduate programme only. The scholarship does not cover tuition fees for repeat years.
- Requirements
A separate application is not required. You must have been offered and accepted a place on one of our taught postgraduate programmes and paid your deposit by 31 March 2023 . Open to full and conditional offer holders.
MU Sports Scholarships MU Sports Scholarships are designed to support sporting excellence - we want our students to pursue and excel in their sports and academic study at Maynooth University. Scholarship funding assists undergraduate or postgraduate students with sports and university-related expenses (e.g. sporting equipment, and travel costs associated with sports) and aims to free up time from part-time work commitments.
The following Maynooth University sports scholarships may be awarded:
- Soccer scholarships
- GAA scholarships
- Paddy Harrington golf scholarships
- Rugby scholarships
- Snooker scholarships
- Carded athletes
- Other sports
Fee information
- Undergraduate tuition
from €16,500 - €18,000 per year
- Graduate tuition
from €14,000 - €25,000 per year

Visa requirements for Maynooth University
Many international students will require a visa to study in Ireland, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.
Life at Maynooth University
The University welcomes students from across the globe each year. Overseas students can make lots of new friends very quickly thanks to the University’s warm and friendly environment - it’s truly uplifting.
A number of housing options are available to overseas students at Maynooth University, including on-campus accommodation, student hostels, and private housing. The University's housing team can help you find somewhere to live.
Maynooth University’s brilliant international office is always on hand to support overseas students with any issue. There’s always someone available to help you, no matter how big or small the query.

Facilities
- Treatment Rooms
- Free Weights
- Machines
- Fitness Classes
- Peer & Buddy Program
- Academic Tutoring & Support
- Student Tutoring & Support
- Clubs & Organizations
- Campus Wireless Connectivity
- Pre sessional English Academic skills courses
- Tennis Courts
- Cafe’s
- Restaurants
- Computer labs
- Quiet Areas
- Group Study Rooms
- Sport facilities
- Natural Turf Soccer Pitches
- Campus parking
- Counselling & Mental Health Services