SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) Open 📚 Education

SUSI Higher Education Grant

Maintenance and fee grants for qualifying students in full-time higher education. SUSI is now open for applications for academic year 2026/27.

📋
Full Details

SUSI provides two types of support: a contribution to tuition fees (fee component) and financial support towards living costs (maintenance component). The amount of support depends on household income, distance from college, and study intensity. For 2026/27, the Special Rate maintenance income threshold is €28,600. Non-adjacent maintenance rates increased from January 2026. New applications for 2026/27 opened on 1 April 2026. The priority closing date for new applications is 9 July 2026.

Eligibility Requirements

Irish and EU residents in financial need attending approved full-time courses. Household income thresholds apply — check susi.ie for current rates.

📊
Key Information
Grant Status
Open
Who Can Apply
Student
Funding Available
Up to €6,270 postgrad fee contribution; maintenance paid on top depending on income
Coverage
All of Ireland
Last Verified
27 Apr 2026
⚠️
Guidance only. Grant information is updated regularly but may not reflect the latest details. Always verify eligibility, amounts, and deadlines directly with SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) before applying. getfunded.ie is an independent directory and is not affiliated with any grant provider.

Never miss a grant deadline

New funding opens every week in Ireland. Get a curated briefing — free, no spam, unsubscribe anytime.