• This application requires written evidence which demonstrates the student's commitment to and involvement in Irish language life.

• All aspects of this scheme, including the scheme’s process, will be completely transparent.

• The scheme will focus on young people who are attending Irish-medium schools or who are studying Irish at school.

• The scheme will then prioritise applications from students living in the Irish language development areas, Irish language network areas or in areas of Conradh na Gaeilge brances. 

• Scholarship allocation will strive to ensure, as far as is reasonably possible, fair geographic spread.

• Allocation of scholarships will ensure, as far as is reasonably possible, a fair gender balance.

• Eligibility is considered for Gaeltacht colleges which are located in official Gaeltacht areas only, as registered with the Department of Education and Skills.

• No full scholarships will be awarded under this scheme.

• Successful applicants will be free to choose which Gaeltacht college they wish to attend, so long as the college is recognised by the Department of Education and Skills.

• Conradh na Gaeilge will assess each application as per the criteria set out.

• This is a limited fund which is in high demand every year.

• A maximum of 5 scholarships will be awarded to each school/group.
  • It will be at the discretion of Conradh na Gaeilge how many scholarships are awarded to each school/institution.
  • This is a competitive process and the number of scholarships awarded to each school will be dependent on the number of applications received.

• We ask that the teacher/leader identify those students who qualify for the scheme and that they send the application form to them and them alone for completion by their parent/guardian.

• Teachers can request a copy of the application form by contacting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

This scheme is open to young people, under the age of 18, who will be attending a Gaeltacht college during the summer of 2026.

• This scheme is open to students from the six counties ONLY.

• The application form must be completed ONLY by the parent/guardian of the applicant.

• Evidence must be provided as to the student's commitment to and involvement in Irish language life. Essays submitted in Irish will be considered first. The use of Google Translate or Artificial Inteligence tools are strictly prohibited. It is recommended that the following aspects are prevalent:
  • Irish language learning - Give evidence showing current or ongoing study of Irish (school classes, community classes, accredited online courses, formal qualifications).
  • Community involvement - Demonstrate how you use Irish at school, in community groups, in youth clubs or in cultural organisations. Membership of the GAA or Irish dancing schools, or any other groups with a strong Irish language component, may be mentioned.
  • Personal motivation - Why do you want to go to the Gaeltacht and what do you want to get from the experience? How will this help you to promote the Irish language when you come home?

• Applications for this scheme must be completed before 5pm on the 21st January 2026.

• This form is being administered by Conradh na Gaeilge and Comhaltas Uladh, with funding from Foras na Gaeilge.

• Please ensure that all sections of the application form are completed.

• These scholarships are to the value of £250 sterling.

• Each applicant will be contacted by email before the end of January 2026 with the result of their application.

• Bank details must be included in order to process the payment of scholarships. Each Gaeltacht college will be contacted to confirm that the applicant has a confirmed space on the course.

• The agreed amount will be paid in its entirety before the end of February 2026, following confirmation from the Gaeltacht college that the applicant has a confirmed space.

• Payment will be made to parents/guardians who complete this form and NOT to schools/community groups.

• Your personal information won't be shared with any external group or organisation. Your personal details will be deleted after a period of 3 years. Your bank details won't be shared with any external party.

• Any queries can be forwarded to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..