Westmeath student awarded Maynooth University Entrance Scholarship
The significant Leaving Certificate achievements of former County Westmeath school student Edward Colgan have been acknowledged and celebrated by Maynooth University at a recent awards ceremony.
The first year MU student is among almost 50 Maynooth University Entrance Scholars who began their studies at Maynooth University in September 2025. The €1,000 Entrance Scholarship is awarded to incoming first year students, via the CAO, who have obtained 575 points or more in their Leaving Certificate.
A former student of Coláiste Mhuire, Mullingar, Edward is now taking the BSc Theoretical Physics and Mathematics degree at Maynooth University.
The ceremony in early February marked the expansion of an established annual tradition designed to support and celebrate entrance scholars (academic scholars) to now include sport scholars.
The new wider scholars awards night event brought together entrance scholars, sports scholars, academic leaders and sport development officers from across the university, students, families, educators, sports leaders, and supporters to honour the achievements of this year’s scholarship recipients.
Professor Ronan Farrell, vice-president academic and registrar, said: “I am proud to be hosting this newly expanded Scholars Awards Night. These scholarships reflect our belief in the potential of young people and our commitment to helping them pursue their goals, as well as financial support.”
Professor Farrell presented scholars with crystal, in recognition of their achievements. School representatives were presented with plaques and family members and guests were treated to an evening of music and refreshments.
The inaugural Scholarship Awards Night underscores Maynooth University’s commitment to invest in the next generation and create opportunities that empower students to thrive in their academic and sporting endeavours. In total, almost 100 scholarships were awarded on the night.
For more information about undergraduate scholarships at Maynooth University, visit mu.ie/scholarships.
Maynooth University Open Days take place on Saturday April 25 and June 27 (10am-2pm).
More information at www.mu.ie/opendays.