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Ireland Funds Ukrainian Students in Higher Ed | Cork News

Ireland has poured over 20 million euros into a Ukrainian student stipend program since 2022, supporting nearly 1,300 students in 2024–25 alone. Originally co-funded by Erasmus+, the program now operates independently, with revised eligibility rules and stipend amounts aligned with Ireland’s standard SUSI grants. Students within 30 km of campus receive 3,230 euros annually, while those farther away get 7,586 euros. Higher Education Minister James Lawless emphasizes the program’s role in empowering Ukrainian students and aiding Ukraine’s recovery. But critics like John Brady question its…

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