Location
  • Ireland
    • Limerick
    • Cork
    • Dublin
    • Galway
Term
Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer
Subject Areas
American Studies Architecture Business Communications Engineering English Film Food Science and Nutrition Humanities Journalism Mathematics Music Nursing Psychology Religious Studies Social Sciences Theater Theology +8

Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
Bachelors
Housing
Apartment
Language
English

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What's Included
Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers Classes Some Meals Travel Insurance Wifi
Aug 20, 2021
Jun 13, 2021

About Program

Come study abroad in the Republic of Ireland with IFSA! Six different university programs are available in a wide range of locations including: Cork, County Clare, Dublin, Galway, and Limerick. Though each city may boast different specialties and attractions, Ireland as a whole is well known for being a well-educated and friendly nation dedicated to political, social and economic progress. All programs are open to American and Canadian students. Check out the different options below, and be sure to leave a review of your Irish experience when you return to help future students!

Programs offered:

Burren College of Art
University of Limerick
Trinity College Dublin
University College Dublin
University College Cork
National University of Ireland, Galway

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Scholarships

IFSA Scholarships

IFSA Scholarships and Financial Aid

We believe that study abroad should be within reach of every student, so we offer a wide range of scholarships and funding opportunities for all our participants.

Value
$500 - $2,500

Program Reviews

9.52 Rating
based on 21 reviews
  • 9-10 rating 85.71%
  • 7-8 rating 14.29%
  • 5-6 rating 0%
  • 3-4 rating 0%
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  • Academics 8
  • Support 9.7
  • Fun 9.2
  • Housing 9
  • Safety 9.7
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Brian
10/10
Yes, I recommend this program

Fantastic Opportunity

I studied in Dublin in 2014 at Trinity College Dublin. The people I met and the experiences I had were probably some of the best in my life. The culture and people are not only amazing and friendly but they have a lot more to share. Some may think that it will be tough to live in a different country for an extended period of time but the IFSA staff in Dublin was extraordinary. They all are so welcoming and I usually found myself hanging around their office when I had work to do or was just bored. Four months may seem like a long time in a foreign country but there is so much to do and see I couldn't even do it all. I will surely be back, hopefully soon!

What would you improve about this program?
I totally recommend Ireland to anyone thinking about abroad studies or just Ireland in general. One thing that would have changed my experience if I had not participated in it was the cultural learning course that was an optional class through IFSA. Meeting for an hour every week I learned so much more about the country and its people while at the same time bonding with the kids in my program. If you are studying abroad anywhere and your program offers a course like this I highly recommend taking it.
3 people found this review helpful.
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Shannon
10/10
Yes, I recommend this program

Experience of a Lifetime

Studying abroad in Dublin with IFSA Butler was one of the best experiences of my life. I was able to explore a new country, learn more about it's culture, customs, and people, and make friendships with people from all over the world. Ireland is truly one of the best countries I've been too with a great culture, beautiful landscape, and the some of the friendliest people I've ever met.
Aside from the country itself, the IFSA staff was extremely welcoming and friendly. They did their best to get to know each and every one of us as well as make us feel at home in a new place. The IFSA program had many benefits that other programs don't, including a group flight for members of the program to take to Ireland together. They also offered an optional course on community and culture in which students were able to compare the Irish culture to their own as well as discuss what they've learned about the similarities and differences along the way. IFSA also offered several trips (included in the price of the program) to places like Northern Ireland and the Killary Adventure Center in Galway. These trips included transportation, planned meals and activities, as well as free time for students to explore on their own.
Overall I'm glad that I chose to study abroad with IFSA Butler. With everything included and the excellent staff, it was well worth it. Some of the best friends I made abroad were in this program, so if nothing else it helped me feel more at home by being able to connect with about 40 other students who were in the same boat as I was and from the same country. This network of people made my experience abroad more comforting and enjoyable.

What would you improve about this program?
Overall I think this program was excellent and I would recommend it to anyone going abroad. One of the things that the program offered was an optional course in community and culture. I chose to take this course and for me it really helped me learn more about the history and culture of Ireland and compare it to American culture. I learned many things about my own culture from this course and how other countries (mainly Ireland) view us and our customs. The course was also a great place to meet with other student in the program, talk about personal stories, problems, seek advice, and really just interact and a safe and friendly environment that felt like home. This was comforting to me, however most students didn't choose to take this course or dropped out halfway through. I think that if I were to improve anything about the IFSA Butler program it would be either to make this program mandatory or to at least include a few mandatory meeting nights throughout the semester just to check in with everyone. I think this would help students with any problems they may be facing, answer questions, and network with other students in the program.

Another suggestion I have is making it mandatory that students be paired with Irish roommates. While I interacted with many Irish people in my time abroad, I would have liked to make deeper and more long lasting friendships. If not living with them it would at least be helpful to have some sort of mentor program or more guided process in making Irish friends.
4 people found this review helpful.
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Taylor
10/10
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing experience that fundamentally added to my career development

I loved my time at the Burren College of Art. It is difficult to find design/art programs abroad, and the Burren College is one of the best kept secrets of the study abroad world.

It's located on the West Coast of Ireland (not far from the famous cliffs of moher) in one of the most beautiful parts of the country, The Burren. It's a small program, usually between 15-20 students (more in the spring and summer) but there is plenty of quiet and beauty to inspire and plenty of time to develop skills and projects.

As a graphic designer, I wanted to use the time to really develop new skills and interesting projects. The staff gives you the room to do what you want while pushing you to think bigger. I included some of the projects in my portfolio, and the experience overall changed my design process and was instrumental in getting me my first job post-grad.

The town itself is small and isolated, but if you are more introverted you won't have a problem with it. I loved everything about my experience. If you have any interest in art or developing any creative skills, this is a program to consider!

The IFSA butler staff were really helpful before and during my experience and it was nice to have additional resources beyond the college. I also got to participate in group trips to Belfast and Connemara, which was a nice break away from the isolation.

What would you improve about this program?
I think that the program could be bigger (only nine students my year). It's a fantastic place but I don't think they do a good job of marketing to other students. It's hard to find and learn about.
3 people found this review helpful.
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Danielle
10/10
Yes, I recommend this program

Great Program

I studied at the University of Limerick through IFSA-Butler and it was grand! UL is underrated in my opinion; great school, the academics are different but manageable, and the area is safe and close to the city (UL is technically in Castletroy). The IFSA-Butler staff in the U.S. and Ireland are extremely helpful and understanding. No question is unanswerable or too "dumb" to ask. IFSA-Butler also provides two weekend trips with the other IFSA abroad students in Ireland and exceptional support after you come home. Overall, a great and worthwhile program.

3 people found this review helpful.
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Sarah
10/10
Yes, I recommend this program

A Positive Experience

The Butler faculty were very organized and easy to contact. The Butler contacts at NUI were absolutely wonderful, extremely friendly and always ready to suggest fun places to see during our stay in Ireland. The program was very small the year I went, so we formed a pretty tight group, but other than that there weren't any group activities organized by IFSA. However, Irish culture is very welcoming and it was easy to make friends and have fun on a night out!

4 people found this review helpful.
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