What is the required deposit to secure my place at NCI Ireland?

Yes, Indian students can pay their tuition fees in installments at NCI Ireland. Use the Direct Debit plan to pay 20% of tuition fees upfront and the rest over the duration of course.

Students need to provide a written request to the NCI Ireland Registrar's Office to use a payment plan.

The Free Fees Initiative at NCI Ireland is a scheme that covers tuition costs for qualifying students from the UK/EU/EEA regions. Eligible students only need to pay a student contribution fee worth EUR 3,000 and a mandatory gym fee.

Indian students are not eligible for this program.

No, deferring the course at NCI Ireland means students will also have to forfeit their scholarship. They will need to re-apply and be reassessed for any scholarship for the new intake.

Students are recommended to consult the NCI Admissions Office for their specific scholarship conditions.

No, students can apply with an conditional admission offer for a full-time course at the National College of Ireland. However, students need to make sure they meet the conditions mentioned below:

• Be an overseas student
• Meet all entry requirements of the course and scholarship
• Pay the tuition deposit

The NCI Ireland Scholarship deadline is May 15, 2026 for the college's 75th anniversary International Student Scholarship (Sep 2026 intake). Deadline for other scholarships may vary.

Students are advised to check the official NCI Ireland website to know more.