SCHOLARSHIPS AT MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY

We offer our students a range of academic and sport scholarships.

ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP

The €1,000 Entrance Scholarship is automatically awarded to incoming first year students, via the CAO, who have obtained 575 points or more in the Leaving Certificate (from six subjects in one sitting). For students presenting GCE A Levels the awards are based on achieving points from three/four subjects in GCE A levels.

Entrance Scholars have the option of residing on campus (normal charges apply). Entrance scholars who have not already booked their campus accommodation, will be offered campus accommodation during CAO Round 1 offers. Unfortunately, the University is not in a position to offer accommodation places in Round 2 or subsequently to Entrance Scholars, as they are fully booked in Round 1 annually.

ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP FOR MH103 BACHELOR OF MUSIC

The Entrance Scholarship for MH103 Bachelor of Music is for one entrant to the degree commencing in September 2022. The top scoring applicant, based on the MH103 remote assessment, will be offered the scholarship of €1,000. The successful applicant will be informed when they receive their offer for MH103 through the CAO.

MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP

The Head of the Maynooth University Department of Music awards one undergraduate Music Scholarship each year. This scholarship is for current Music students and is based on their end of first year results.

SOCIO-ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED STUDENTS AND STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

A number of scholarships and bursaries are available for students who might not normally be in a position to attend third level education due to serious socio-economic disadvantage or disability. www.maynoothuniversity.ie/access-office

SPORT SCHOLARSHIPS

We offer sport scholarship programmes in GAA, rugby, golf, snooker and soccer. Other recognised sports may be considered under the scholarship programme for participants competing at a very high level e.g. carded athletes. See p. 34 for more about Sport Scholarships.

SPORT SCHOLARSHIPS AT MAYNOOTH

GAA, Golf, Rugby, Soccer, Snooker

Meath footballer Mary Kate Lynch at the launch of the scholarship agreement between the Gaelic Players Association (GPA) and Maynooth University in June 2021. Under the agreement, four fully-funded scholarships will be available to inter-county players annually, with successful applicants to be known as ‘Maynooth University/GPA Scholars’.

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We offer Sport Scholarship programmes in GAA, golf, rugby, snooker and soccer. Other recognised sports may be considered for a CAO points concession for participants competing at a very high level, e.g. carded athletes. Scholarships are awarded to students for a period of one year, but can be renewed subject to a satisfactory level of academic and sporting progression being maintained.

BENEFITS OF OUR SPORT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME INCLUDE

> Concession of up to 60 CAO points if required – scholars must meet minimum entry requirements for their chosen degree. For MH001/

MH002 Education - Froebel Primary Teaching, a limited number of places are available for the 60 points concession. No limit on places applies to other degrees however. See website for details. > Access to expert coaching and fitness training > Sports psychology > Health and nutrition advice > Performance analysis > Financial bursary > Ongoing academic support > Strength and conditioning support > Access to top level coaches and playing facilities > Free gym membership > Medical and physiotherapy support > Fitness testing and analysis

REqUIREMENTS FOR SPORT SCHOLARS INCLUDE

> Maintain academic progress and remain in good standing with the University; > Maintain an impressive record of sporting achievement; > Take an active role in the University club(s) associated with the scholarship sport; > Compete on behalf of Maynooth at inter-varsity competitions; > Visit schools or participate in open days to discuss sporting opportunities at the University.

Both undergraduate and postgraduate students may be awarded scholarships for the duration of their studies. Postgraduate applications are considered on a case-by-case basis.

SOCCER SCHOLARSHIPS

Barry Prenderville is the Soccer Development Officer and manages the Soccer Scholarship programme.

Benefits of soccer scholarship > Pathway to the national league’s top flight (links with local and national league clubs); > Access to the highest standard third level soccer competition (CUFL, IUFU and WSCAI).

Requirements include: > Scholarships are intended for student athletes with proven or perceived potential to perform at a high level; > Application is open to all regardless of which school or club you currently play for.

contact Barry Prenderville, Soccer Development Officer  + 353 1 708 6054 /  barry.jr.prenderville@mu.ie Find us on Facebook and Twitter

GAA SCHOLARSHIPS

Jenny Duffy is the GAA Development Officer and manages the GAA Scholarship programme. The GAA scholarship programme offers a range of high performance supports providing students with the opportunity to maximise their playing potential.

categories of sport scholarship within Gaa: > Men’s Gaelic Football (Sigerson & Fresher Division One); > Hurling (Fitzgibbon & Fresher Division One); > Ladies Football (Division One); > Camogie (Division One).

Requirements include: Minimum criteria to apply for MU GAA Scholarship is to represent your county at U17 grade upwards, e.g. U21 & Senior. > To be eligible to play under Higher Education rules, please see

www.gaa.ie/highereducation

contact Jenny Duffy, GAA Development Officer  + 353 1 708 3321 /  jenny.duffy@mu.ie Find us on Facebook and Twitter

GOLF SCHOLARSHIPS

Barry Fennelly is the Golf Manager and manages the Golf Scholarship programme.

categories of golf scholarship > Platinum (High Performance Squad); > Gold (Scholarship Squad); > Silver (Observation Squad).

Requirements include: > Hold an excellent profile of performances at national & international events at U18 level or beyond; > Hold a ranking on WAGR; > Have a desire to reach the pinnacle of the amateur game.

contact Barry Fennelly, Golf Manager  + 353 86 167 5056 /  barry.fennelly@mu.ie Find us on Facebook and Twitter

RUGBY SCHOLARSHIPS

Tom McKeown is the Rugby Development Officer and manages the Rugby Scholarship programme. The MU Barnhall scholarship programme provides players with a professional, competitive and fun under 20’s environment as well as providing a pathway to All Ireland League rugby.

categories of rugby scholarship > Full Scholarship to Rugby Academy to include bursary, full supports and CAO points concession if eligible; > Full scholarship to Rugby Academy to include full supports and

CAO points concession if eligible.

Requirements include: > Outstanding achievement and references in school or club rugby; > Exclusive commitment to the University’s Club, MU Barnhall RFC; > Impressive club/school performances during scouting visits.

contact Tom McKeown, Rugby Development Officer  + 353 1 708 6065 /  thomas.mckeown@mu.ie Find us on Facebook and Twitter

SNOOKER SCHOLARSHIPS

Snooker Scholarships are supported by the Republic of Ireland Snooker and Billiards Association. Contact Paul Davis as below.

OTHER SPORTS

High performance athletes with proven ability to compete at an international level can apply for our CAO points concession (up to 60 points) in recognition of their ongoing commitment to sport and potential to represent Ireland and the University at international level.

contact Paul Davis, Sports Officer  + 353 1 708 3824 /  paul.davis@mu.ie