Semester Abroad in Ireland
Studying in Ireland
Interested in studying in the Cultural Capital of Ireland and perhaps learning some Irish? ÃÛѨÊÓƵ’s study abroad program at the National University of Ireland-Galway allows you to enroll in courses with Irish students, with a choice of interesting courses including Irish language, Gaelic Studies and Archaeology. Continue your experience of Irish culture with the required community service and perhaps signing up for a student club like Gaelic football.
Program Details
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Program - A university of approximately 18,000 students in the beautiful town of Galway, the third largest city in Ireland.
- Galway is a university city, with all amenities within walking distance of the campus. Enjoy music on the streets, sporting festivals and big music festivals in the Cultural Capital of Ireland.
- Join one of the 82 student societies, 50 sports clubs or volunteer!
- The University of Galway is a great location for those who are interested in the Irish language. The campus is near the Gaeltacht centres in An Cheathrú Rua, Carna and Gaoth Dobhair.
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Academics - Multiple academic fields.
- ÃÛѨÊÓƵ students are encouraged to take a course in Gaelic Studies.
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Dates - Fall (end of September to mid December)
- Spring (early January to late May)
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Additional Requirements and Recommendations - Minimum 3.0 GPA
- It is highly recommended students take TCCA 230 (Intercultural Communication: Global Perspectives) before participating. Courses in European history, politics, culture, and thought (such as Irish Literature) also provide excellent preparation.
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Housing - Apartments with Irish or American roommates
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Costs -
Suggested Budget The following figures are estimates based on students’ budgets from last year. They are only estimates and vary widely according to the individual. It is important to remember that not all expenses are included! Be prepared for some additional small expenses (i.e. photographs, photocopies) that will be necessary for various reasons.
Be aware of the exchange rate while you are there. Currently, it is at the rate of 1 US DOLLAR = 0.88 Euro (as of June 2025).
- Food: $500-1,500
- Local transportation: $100-200
- Independent travel: $1,000-2,000
- Books: $50-100
- Phone: $100
- Gifts: $150-300
- Entertainment: $150-500
- Other: $0
Total estimated cost: $3350-$4700
Irish Immigration Registration: Please note that the University of Galway will take all students to the immigration office within 30 days of their arrival to register as students in Ireland. The cost as of this writing is 300 euros, so be sure to include this in your budgeting.
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Other Information - Program Brochure
- Information Booklet (PDF) - safety, suggested spending budget, student guide, and more
- NUI Galway Presentation - Fall 2020
“While I was abroad, I became involved in the International Student Society which allowed me to not only meet Irish students, but students from all over the world. It also was a great way of seeing Ireland, as they often planned outings in various parts of Ireland. I learned that cultures, although some may seem similar to our own, operate in different ways, but that does not necessarily make it wrong or strange, just different.”
—Liv Thomson
Travel to Ireland through the words of our students
