Sports Scholarships in Ireland 2025 | ATU Atlantic Technological University

If you’re a student-athlete looking to do well in both school and sports, Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Ireland has something for you. The 2025/2026 ATU Sports Scholarship Program is now accepting applications. It’s all about supporting talent in various sports. Whether you’re aiming for the Olympics or already competing at a high level, this scholarship could help you reach your goals.

Scholarship Details

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for a Sports Scholarship, pre-entry applicants must:

• Apply for first-time admission to ATU as an undergraduate or postgraduate student.
• Take a full-time course at any ATU campus.
• Participate in a sport recognized by Sport Ireland. In exceptional circumstances, ATU may accept applications from athletes playing in sports not recognized by Sport Ireland. Be ready to compete for the university in their chosen sport.
• Have showed high achievement in their chosen sport (level of achievement is relevant to the sport) in the last two years.
• Demonstrate exceptional skill in their chosen sport and the ability to participate at the provincial, national, or international levels.

Benefits

Here's the breakdown of the financial options:

• Gold Tier: €3,000 a year
• Silver Tier: €1,500 a year
• Bronze Tier: €500 a year

As for the non-financial perks, you can expect:

• Free or cheaper access to sports facilities
• Help from sports science experts
• Free training gear
• Flexible academic options and mentoring
• Workshops on nutrition, psychology, and career planning
• Support for travel and representation in competitions

Application Deadline

The last date of application submission is 4th October, 2025.

Apply now