Location:

Maynooth, Ireland

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Term:

Academic Year, Fall Semester, Spring Semester

Program Overview

Program Description:

Spend a semester or academic year in Maynooth, Ireland with AIFS! Earn up to 18 credits per semester studying abroad at Maynooth University. Students can choose to study abroad with the International Program, Irish Cultural Heritage Certificate Program, Certificate in Military Science Program (fall only) or the Certificate in International Business Program. Courses are taught in English.

You'll live on campus in a student apartment with 4 or 5 en-suite, single bedrooms. Included in your program fee is a pre-paid card that will subsidize the cost of meals in University cafeterias.

Enjoy cultural and social activities including:

• Walking tours
• Museum and gallery visits
• Traditional Irish music nights
• Theater performances
• Irish sporting events
• 2-night trip to Dublin
• Day trip to a working Irish farm
• 2-day trip to Cork and Kilkenny.

A 3-day trip to Galway is available as an optional excursion.

Setting Description:

Spend a semester at Maynooth University located in the beautiful, historic college town of Maynooth, just 15 miles west of Dublin city center. The University’s location gives it a unique character among the Irish universities, and has contributed to the development of a strong sense of community both on the campus and with the surrounding area.

Cost:

AIFS is a premier provider of study abroad programs. Program fees cover tuition and housing, and over 50% of our study abroad participants receive financial support from AIFS in the form of scholarships or grants. A meal plan, tours and excursions, insurance, and 24-hour emergency service are also included. Coordinated AIFS Flight Packages with major airlines are also available.

Additional Program Information

Requirements:

Open to college sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. 2.75 GPA and above will be considered on a case by case basis.

Scholarships:

Yes

Scholarships Description:

Over 50% of our study abroad participants receive financial support from AIFS in the form of scholarships or grants. Please see website for deadlines and eligibility requirements.