Mayo student honoured with prestigious All Ireland scholarship

A student from Mayo has been recognised for outstanding academic achievement after receiving a prestigious All-Ireland Scholarship.

Cathy Greally was honoured at the All-Ireland Scholarships Awards Ceremony held at the University Concert Hall in Limerick on April 4. The scholarship will support her through the full duration of her undergraduate studies.

The event brought together top-performing students from across Ireland, celebrating their achievements alongside family members, teachers and school representatives.

Scholarship sponsor JP McManus praised the continued success of the initiative, which has now supported more than 2,000 students nationwide.

“To date, 2,051 students have received an All-Ireland Scholarship, with over 1,400 having already graduated,” he said. “We wish this year’s recipients every success as they continue their studies and look forward to seeing what they achieve in the future.”

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Guest of Honour Kellie Harrington, a double Olympic champion, also addressed the ceremony, congratulating students on their hard work and dedication.

“It is a very special occasion for the winners, their families and schools, and they should be extremely proud of their accomplishments,” she said.

Also in attendance were Willie O’Dea and Louise Watson from Northern Ireland’s Department for the Economy.

The All-Ireland Scholarships programme continues to play a key role in supporting talented students from across the country, helping them pursue third-level education and reach their full potential.

For Mayo, Cathy Greally’s achievement marks another proud moment, highlighting the strength of academic talent emerging from the county.

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