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Last year’s recipients of Louth County Council’s Gaeltacht Scholarships pictured with Cllr Pearse McGeough, Cllr John Sheridan, Cllr Marianne Butler and Cllr Maeve Yore at last year's event
Louth County Council has invited second-level students to apply for its 2026 Gaeltacht Scholarship Scheme.
Under the scheme, 15 scholarships which are valued at €300 each, will be awarded to students from Louth who attend a Gaeltacht College this year.
Applications are welcome from students of all Irish language abilities. The closing date for applications is 4.30pm on Friday, 27 February 2026.
Scholarship recipients will be selected by random draw and announced during Seachtain na Gaeilge. Successful students and their parents/guardians will be invited to a special event in County Hall, where they will receive their scholarship and a Certificate of Award from the Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council, Cllr Seán Kelly, and the Chief Executive of Louth County Council, David Conway.
Speaking about the scheme, the Cathaoirleach, Cllr Seán Kelly, said:
“I am delighted that the Gaeltacht Scholarship Scheme is not only continuing but expanding for 2026. This initiative gives young people a wonderful opportunity to immerse themselves in the Irish language and culture.
A stay in the Gaeltacht enriches their education, creates lasting memories, and helps foster a lifelong appreciation for our native language in a fun and engaging environment.”
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Louth County Council Chief Executive, David Conway, added:
“We are very proud to support the 2026 scholarship scheme and to help students experience the unique learning environment of the Gaeltacht. Interest in the Irish language continues to grow across the county, and that enthusiasm is reflected in the demand for these scholarships.
By supporting this initiative, we are encouraging a new generation to embrace, use, and celebrate the Irish language in their daily lives.”
For more information and to apply, visit consult.louthcoco.ie.
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