Ireland Studying

Visa Information. Citizens of the EU and most Western countries need only a passport to enter Ireland. To stay longer than 90 days, visitors must obtain permission from the Alien’s Registration Office in Dublin, or register with the local police (Garda) station (both free). To study in Ireland, students need to submit a copy of their acceptance letter from an educational institution in Ireland, verifying the duration and nature of the course and that requisite fees have been paid, to the Department of Foreign Affairs Visa Office at 69/71 St. Stephen’s Green, Dublin.

Study-abroad programs range from basic language and culture courses to college-level classes, often for credit. In order to choose a program that best fits your needs, research as much as you can before making your decision; determine costs and duration, as well as what kind of students participate in the program and what sort of accommodations are provided.

For accommodations, dorm life provides a better opportunity to mingle with fellow students, but there is less of a chance to experience the local scene. If you live with a family, there is a potential to build lifelong friendships with natives and to experience day-to-day life in more depth, but conditions can vary greatly from family to family

Universities

In this section, we list both American organizations and local Irish programs that enable students to study at Irish universities. You can search www.studyabroad.com for various semester-abroad programs ...more

Language Schools

While some nationals do not look back fondly on their days of required Gaelic study, many travelers are eager to learn the Irish tongue. Language programs, often lodged in gaeltacht districts, deliver ...more

Other Study Abroad

Say farewell to tradition and pursue your passion: opportunities abound in Ireland to participate in specialized and highly focused study programs. A few examples in archaeology, art, classics, and cooking ...more