Maintenance Costs
It is estimated that the living expenses of a student living away from home for a 30 week session (exclusive of course fees, materials and living expenses during holiday periods) is approximately €10,000.
Higher Education Grants
These are administered by the Local Authorities and are tenable at the National College of Art and Design for all full-time courses. Intending students are advised to consult the County or City Council offices in their area regarding eligibility criteria.
VEC Scholarships
Students who have been in receipt of a VEC Scholarship for an undergraduate course who wish to register on a full-time postgraduate programme at NCAD should consult their VEC offices regarding eligibility for continued scholarship funding, prior to registration.
Prospective students should consult http://www.studentfinance.ie.
Inter-Government Exchange Scholarships
Students from outside of Ireland wishing to obtain postgraduate academic year scholarships to Ireland should contact their own Ministries of Education or Foreign Affairs. The application forms are available every year in February. Application forms must be evaluated and processed through their own relevant Ministry.
The website http://www.educationireland.ie provides foreign students with a guide to studying in Ireland and an overview of the Irish Education System.
Internationalisation Register of the Department of Education and Science
NCAD’s full-time programmes are included on the register of approved programmes for non-EU/EEA/Swiss students’ access to employment.
Applicants from the United States
NCAD courses are recognised under the Family Federal Loans Scheme for loans to American students. NCAD is reasonably confident that eligibility with regard to its courses will cover the academic year 2009/10.
National College of Art and Design Financial Assistance Fund
and Childcare Support Fund
The College operates these schemes for particular cases of hardship. The budget available is very limited. Information is available from the Student Support Officer