IFSA: Dublin - University College Dublin
- Hosted at: University College Dublin
- Location(s): Dublin, Ireland
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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Study abroad with the Institute for Study Abroad at University College Dublin!What UCD has to offer- Ireland's largest and most richly diversified university- Ranked among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide- Alumni include James Joyce and... read more
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I learned some serious perspective and it was absolutely worth it A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained a lot of independence from my experience abroad. I also learned a lot about many different cultures, as there were many international students. It was worthwhile and I would love to study abroad again. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Yes A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned how to be more independent and self-sufficient, to make new friends in a new context and to effectively network, and gained a new appreciation for the world around me. Fantastic experience overall. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
My experience was very much worthwhile. I learned how to be more relaxed about certain things and remain flexible while traveling or dealing with other people. However, I was a bit too relaxed about some important things, such as keeping track of deadlines and studying, and I learned to notice signs that my attention was slippin... A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
How to be independent and travel on my own A student - Western Washington University View Entire Review
A knowledge of international cultures, absolutely A student - Providence College View Entire Review
Absolutely. I have grown up, seen the world, and met incredible people. Erin H - Providence College View Entire Review
Great time. Learned a lot about my heritage and spent a lot of time getting to know family i wouldn't have known otherwise. Patrick B - Providence College View Entire Review
I had a ton of cultural awareness before i left. I didn't learn as much or enjoy myself as much as i expected. But that is just a personal issue and i believe many people enjoyed it greatly. I'm glad i went through with it though, because i did learn a lot of things about my own preferences in the social world. Isaiah P - Trinity University View Entire Review
I learned extensively about Irish literature and culture, both from classes and from engaging in Dublin city life. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Never trust any business entity. A student - Vanderbilt University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about independence and how to better interact with cultures different from my own. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned about other cultures in Europe. I especially learned just how big the world really is, which is something you can only really grasp once you have traveled. Eric P - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Independence, Strength, Etc. Yes, Mitchell C - Austin College View Entire Review
I feel so much more cultured, outgoing, confident, and grateful for having such a wonderful experience. It really changes you to live in another part of the world. You will have an experience that many people don't get to have. Maddy G - Western Washington University View Entire Review
I learned how to be independent. Susan M - Providence College View Entire Review
Absolutely. I have grown up, seen the world, and met incredible people. Erin H - Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott campus View Entire Review
That is an understatement, as I said, this experience was the best time of my life. Nicholas C - Providence College View Entire Review
About
What UCD has to offer
- Ireland's largest and most richly diversified university
- Ranked among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide
- Alumni include James Joyce and five of Ireland's eleven Prime Ministers
- A research-intensive institution with a reputation for teaching excellence
- A creative and collegial environment
- Spacious, self-contained campus with a medical center, banks, a travel office, bookstore, bicycle shop, sports center, restaurant facilities and two bars
- More than 100 campus clubs that are a huge part of UCD's social life
- An active Student Union that sponsors sports matches, films, concerts, parties and other social events
- First-rate academic and athletic facilities
- Cultural program of events for all international students
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Minimum GPA:
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IFSA Scholarships
Any student applying to an IFSA-Butler program can apply for our general scholarship awards, which are $500 for a summer program, $1,500 for semester study, and $2,000 for the full year. We also offer special opportunities such as First Generation College Student scholarships and a Fill the GAP study abroad savings program that matches contributions up to $1,000. Plus, any student attending a public institution or an MSI (minority serving institution) is automatically eligible for either the IFSA State School Grant or the IFSA MSI Grant. Both are worth $2,000 off the program price.
$2,000