Ireland Health Care Scholarship

Ireland Health Care Scholarship program is funded by the United Health Foundation, supported by Optum Ireland.  Optum® Ireland is a part of UnitedHealth Group.  

The North West Health Care Scholarship program is funded by the not-for-profit United Health Foundation established by UnitedHealth Group to enhance the performance of the health system and improve the overall health and well-being of the people we are privileged to serve and their communities.  

The scholarship aims to invest in a 21st century health workforce that meets the needs of tomorrow and promote diversity in higher education by supporting young people from less advantaged and non-traditional backgrounds.  

The program will be delivered by Optum Ireland in partnership with Atlantic Technological University (ATU). The North West Health Care Scholarship Program provides three scholarships to ATU Donegal, two scholarships to ATU Sligo / ATU Galway-Mayo.  

The value of each award is €10,000.  

Eligibility 

Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria made available once the application process opens. 

The fund is administered by the academic institution to the Scholar each year subject to the scholar being in good academic standing. 

How to Apply 

The application form will be available here once the scholarship opens for entry.  

A digital application will need to be submitted plus a reference from your school principal must accompany the application form. 

More Information 

To find out more about the scholarship contact nodlaig.brolly@optum.com