Study in the Republic of Ireland

The Basics...

Tulane University students have the exceptional opportunity to study for a year at one of the many prestigious universities in the Republic of Ireland. Students of Engineering and the Liberal Arts and Sciences can study in the ancient cities of Cork, Dublin, Galway, or Limerick. The Center for International Studies (CIS) offers the following programs in Ireland:

~ Trinity College has a high rate of rejection; students who choose Trinity are advised to indicate an alternate site in the UK or Ireland on their application.

Whichever Irish university you choose, courses, grades, and credits travel back with you to Tulane when you participate in a Tulane Study Abroad Program (TSAP).

When Can I Go?

Tulane’s programs in Ireland are offered for an academic year only. Calendars vary by university with the school year typically running from September to April, May, or June. There are long breaks during the winter and spring as well. Check the university websites to find out specific dates.

Where Do I Live?

Most students on TSAPs in Ireland live in university housing, which they arrange directly with the host institution upon acceptance. Trinity College, however, has significant housing shortages so these applicants may be required to find housing in Dublin on their own.

What Are The Costs?

Studying abroad is affordable. Costs vary by program and student lifestyle. Because students on TSAPs pay Tulane University tuition for their studies abroad, most Tulane and federal financial aid applies. Below is an average of the per-semester cost for the 2005-06 year to help you with your budgeting (based on the conversion rate $1.25 = 1 Euro):

~ The cost of Tulane tuition for 2006-07 has yet to be determined. For all TSAPs, students are billed through Tulane for tuition and the Academic Support Service Fee in addition to the required International Emergency Evacuation Insurance. Students pay all other costs directly as they occur.

* Living costs vary widely and include housing, meals, books, round-trip airfare from New Orleans, health insurance, passport, visa, and personal expenses. Note that the cost of living in Dublin is significantly higher than in other Irish cities. The above estimated costs do not include vacation travel.

Am I Eligible?

In order to apply to the Irish university of your choice, you need to meet and maintain the following requirements:

All students must complete Tulane proficiency requirements the semester before starting a TSAP. Students who have ever been on disciplinary or honor board probation are not eligible to apply.

How Do I Apply?

Begin the process well in advance of the year or semester you plan to study abroad. TSAP Ireland applicants are required to attend a site-selection meeting before submitting their TSAP application. Visit the CIS early in fall semester to sign up for one of the available meeting times.

After attending the site selection meeting and choosing a university, submit your online TSAP application by the following deadline:

Some programs fill up before the deadline so you are strongly advised to submit your application early to increase your chances of being accepted.

A complete application includes a statement of purpose, two letters of recommendation from Tulane faculty, one photo and a $50 non-refundable deposit. Indicate on your form the Irish university that you have selected ( Trinity College applicants should also list a second choice institution). Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.

Upon conditional acceptance from the CIS, you will submit an application to the host program abroad. Final acceptance to study abroad is contingent upon this application and your ability to maintain the above eligibility requirements through the semester before departure.

Getting Started…

For more information about this program, attend a site-selection meeting and visit the university websites to determine if studying in Ireland is right for you!