Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI)
What is Student Universal Support Ireland?
Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) is Ireland's national awarding authority for all further and higher education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students, from school leavers to mature students returning to education, in approved full time third level courses.
SUSI administers funding in line with the legislation as set out in the Student Support Act 2011, the Student Support Scheme and Student Support Regulations
The income calculation is based on gross income from all sources for the previous calendar year. For example, for academic year 2023/24, applications are assessed on gross income from all sources for the period 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2022.
When can I make my grant application?
The SUSI application process for 2023/24 academic year is OPEN NOW!!
All new applications will be made online to a single awarding authority, Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.susi.ie
You can continue to check www.susi.ie and the SUSI Facebook page for information and updates in the meantime.
I received a grant last academic year, do I have to re-apply?
Yes. All students progressing in their course must re-apply for SUSI to be considered for grant funding for the coming academic year. It is important to reapply/renew, as if fail to do so may result you not receiving any funding for the following year. To renew your application please check your email for a offer to re-apply and follow the instructions directed my SUSI.
How will I submit my supporting documentation?
Following initial assessment of your application, if eligible, you will receive by post a provisional grant approval and a personalised list of the supporting documents you will need to return to complete your application. Completed documentary evidence packs (photocopies of the documents, not originals) should be returned as soon as possible in the envelope provided to you.
When you return all the necessary supporting documents SUSI will process your application to award stage, subject to confirmation of your acceptance on an approved course.
When will I receive a final decision from SUSI?
When you confirm acceptance of a place on an approved course (usually late August/early September), your grant is awarded and payment will be made on a monthly basis (subject to confirmation of attendance) directly into your designated Irish bank account.
My family circumstances have changed recently, will SUSI take that into account?
Yes. Under a change of circumstances, SUSI may be able to assess you and the household income on the change of circumstances. You must apply through a change of circumstances by emailing support@susi.ie
Can I receive SUSI if I am doing a second degree?
No. SUSI will only cover contribution and maintenance for one course per NFQ level. You must be progressing to be eligible for SUSI support.
I am hoping to do a Postgraduate course, can I apply for SUSI?
Yes. SUSI may cover part of your postgraduate course if you satisfy their eligibility criteria. Please be aware that Thresholds for SUSI are different in postgraduate, so inform yourself prior to applying to the PAC. To see postgrdaute thresholds please see https://susi.ie/eligibility/postgraduate-student/postgraduate-income-thresholds-and-grant-award-rates/
I have to repeat due to medical circumstances, can I get SUSI for my repeat year?
Yes. If you had a medical or family situation that impaired your ability to sit exams, submit assignments or attend lectures, you may be able to apply to SUSI under exceptional circumstances. If you are repeating and want more information on the process please contact Cian the Student Budgetary Advisor and he can assist and guide you through the process.
SUSI undergraduate thresholds and awards 2023/24
Award |
Less than 4 dependent children |
Between 4 and 7 dependent children |
8 or more dependent children |
Income Threshold Increase per additional person in college |
Special rate* of maintenance + Field trip element + 100% tuition fees or 100% student contribution Threshold |
Reckonable income must be under €25,000 |
Reckonable income must be under €27,400 |
Reckonable income must be under €29,702 |
+€4,950 |
Special Rate* Adj. (Under 30km) Rate of maintenance grant available |
€2,936 |
€2,936 |
€2,936 |
|
Special Rate* Non Adj. (30km or Over) Rate of maintenance grant available |
€6,971 |
€6,971 |
€6,971 |
|
Band 1 Full Maintenance + Field trip element +100% tuition fees or 100% student contribution Threshold |
Reckonable income must be under €40,875 |
Reckonable income must be under €44,810 |
Reckonable income must be under €48,575 |
+€4,950 |
Band 1 Full Maintenance Adj. (Under 30km) Rate of maintenance grant available |
€1,613 |
€1,613 |
€1,613 |
|
Band 1 Full Maintenance Non Adj. (30km or Over) Rate of maintenance grant available |
€3,677 |
€3,677 |
€3,677 |
|
Band 2 Part Maintenance + Field trip element +100% tuition fees or 100% student contribution Threshold |
Reckonable income must be under €41,970 |
Reckonable income must be under €46,025 |
Reckonable income must be under €49,890 |
+€4,785 |
Band 2 Part Maintenance Adj. (Under 30km) Rate of maintenance grant available |
€1,221 |
€1,221 |
€1,221 |
|
Band 2 Part Maintenance Non Adj. (30km or Over) Rate of maintenance grant available |
€2,717 |
€2,717 |
€2,717 |
|
Band 3 Part Maintenance + Field trip element +100% tuition fees or 100% student contribution Threshold |
Reckonable income must be under €44,380 |
Reckonable income must be under €48,670 |
Reckonable income must be under €52,760 |
+€4,785 |
Band 3 Part Maintenance Adj. (Under 30km) Rate of maintenance grant available |
€886 |
€886 |
€886 |
|
Band 3 Part Maintenance Non Adj. (30km or Over) Rate of maintenance grant available |
€1,887 |
€1,887 |
€1,887 |
|
Band 4 Part Maintenance + Field trip element +100% tuition fees or 100% student contribution Threshold |
Reckonable income must be under €46,790 |
Reckonable income must be under €51,325 |
Reckonable income must be under €55,630 |
+€4,785 |
Band 4 Part Maintenance Adj. (Under 30km) Rate of maintenance grant available |
€556 |
€556 |
€556 |
|
Band 4 Part Maintenance Non Adj. (30km or Over) Rate of maintenance grant available |
€1,051 |
€1,051 |
€1,051 |
|
No maintenance 50% tuition fees or 100% student contribution |
Reckonable income must be under €50,840 |
Reckonable income must be under €55,765 |
Reckonable income must be under €60,455 |
+€4,950 |
No maintenance 50% student contribution |
Reckonable income must be under €62,000 |
Reckonable income must be under €68,014 |
Reckonable income must be under €73,727 |
+€4,950 |
No maintenance €500 Student Contribution |
Reckonable income must be under €100,000
|
Reckonable income must be under €109,600
|
Reckonable income must be under €118,086
|
+€4,950 |