ciee - council on international educational exchange
apply now for a ciee study abroad program

Search this site:
are you an advisor?
  
CIEE Annual Conference
Sign up for our newsletter
featured programs

Study in China
beijing - chinese language + culture

Study in France
paris - critical studies

Study in Nicaragua
managua - liberal arts

Study in the Czech Republic
prague - film studies

Study in Italy
naples - liberal arts

Study in Italy
naples - classical studies

Study in Germany
berlin - language + culture

Study in Thailand
khon kaen - community public health

Study in Australia
perth - sustainability + the environment

Is this program right for you?

The three-week summer program at the CIEE Study Center in Dublin is designed to immerse students from a wide variety of disciplines in the history, culture, literature, and politics of modern Ireland.

Program Snapshot

  • Gain an in-depth look at Irish culture through coursework and cultural excursions
  • Live at Dublin City University, with its compact high-tech campus, University clubs, sports facilities, and close proximity to the center of Dublin
  • Participate in one or two three-week sessions
  • Partake in cultural activities, such as visits to museums, cathedrals, galleries, and historic sites; day trips to Dublin Castle, the Hill of Tara, and Newgrange; and a field trip to western Ireland (Session I) and Northern Ireland (Session II)

Subject Areas

  • Cultural Studies
  • Culture (host country)
  • Irish Studies

About Dublin

An ancient city, Dublin is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing European capitals. With a young and vibrant population of over 1,000,000, it has enjoyed considerable economic growth during the last decade. Dublin may be a city on the move; however, the charm, culture, and heritage of old Dublin is still apparent everywhere. It is perhaps the most literary city in the world with associations that include Joyce, Shaw, Swift, Wilde, and Beckett.

Where You'll Study

Dublin City University

Established in the early 1980s, Dublin City University (DCU) has approximately 10,000 students. DCU offers its students multi-disciplinary programs, creating an environment that stimulates entrepreneurial awareness and activity through strong links with local and international businesses. The 85-acre campus compares to a traditional U.S. campus with central green areas, cafés, theater, a sports center, and a library. DCU is located 20 to 30 minutes by bus from downtown Dublin. Public transportation is easily accessible.

Thoughts From Abroad

For some years now, it has been my privilege to welcome American students to my native city and to Ireland. As many of you know, Dublin is an ancient city founded by the Vikings over 1,000 years ago. Today, it is a vibrant European capital with a truly international flavor. Although it has a population in excess of 1,000,000 people, the city maintains its friendly and compact atmosphere. Visiting students quickly become familiar with its narrow streets that feature a myriad of cafés, shops, and famous Dublin pubs. The birthplace of James Joyce, the city has a strong literary and theatrical heritage. With its thriving community of artists, musicians, and writers, this heritage continues to this day. Galleries, museums, and places of historical interest create a genuine bohemian atmosphere, which allows talent to flourish.

Dublin is a student-oriented city with a student population of over 70,000, many of whom are from all over the world. I look forward to showing you my Dublin and my Ireland.

— Don Niall, Resident Director

Staff Bios

A native of Dublin, Resident Director Don Niall has considerable experience in revealing the city to U.S. students from various colleges and universities throughout America. He holds a B.A. in Anthropology and an M.A. in Ethnic and Racial Studies. He is currently completing doctoral research in the Department of Geography at the University of Dublin, Trinity College. He has extensive teaching experience in international tourism, anthropology, sociology, and politics. Don’s academic interests include the construction of Irish identity, multiculturalism, and the geography of ethnic citizenship in Ireland. He is also a member of the Irish Council for International Students.

Brian Doherty, Resident Coordinator, is a graduate of Indiana University and has been living and working in Dublin for the last few years. Brian works closely with the students and supports the Resident Director with academic and administrative matters.

Recommended Credit

summer: 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours per course unless otherwise indicated

Eligibility Requirements

  •  Overall GPA 2.75

Program Dates

Summer 2009
Session I		6/7/2009 - 7/1/2009
Summer 2009
Session II		7/5/2009 - 7/29/2009
Summer 2009
Sessions I + II		6/7/2009 - 7/29/2009
Summer 2010
Session I		Available: 2/15/2010
Summer 2010
Session II		Available: 2/15/2010
Summer 2010
Sessions I + II		Available: 2/15/2010

Application Deadlines

Summer 2009
Session I		4/1/2009
Summer 2009
Session II		4/1/2009
Summer 2009
Sessions I + II		4/1/2009
Summer 2010
Session I		4/1/2010
Summer 2010
Session II		4/1/2010
Summer 2010
Sessions I + II		4/1/2010

Click here to check for deadline extensions.

Duration

Summer 2009
Session I		3 weeks
late May - mid-June
Summer 2009
Session II		3 weeks
mid-June - mid-July
Summer 2009
Sessions I + II		6 weeks
late May - mid-July
Summer 2010
Session I		3 weeks
late May - mid-June
Summer 2010
Session II		3 weeks
mid-June - mid-July
Summer 2010
Sessions I + II		6 weeks
late May - mid-July

CIEE Costs

CIEE program fees, inclusions, and estimated additional costs, are outlined below. Please note that CIEE reserves the right to adjust its fees in the event of significant change in exchange rates or other factors beyond its control. The actual cost of the programs may vary slightly for students from different institutions.

For comprehensive fee breakdowns and estimated additional costs, click the costs below:

  • Summer 2009 - Session I $3,100
    The CIEE fee for 2009 includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$2,046
    Housing$980
    Medical Insurance$74
    Total$3,100

    The CIEE fee for 2009 includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Books and Supplies$50
    Meals$400
    Personal Expenses$500
    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,150
    Local Transportation$100
    Total$2,200


  • Summer 2009 - Session II $3,100
    The CIEE fee for 2009 includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Medical Insurance$74
    Housing$980
    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$2,046
    Total$3,100

    The CIEE fee for 2009 includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,150
    Personal Expenses$500
    Meals$400
    Books and Supplies$50
    Local Transportation$100
    Total$2,200


  • Summer 2009 - Sessions I + II $6,100
    The CIEE fee for 2009 includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$4,066
    Housing$1,960
    Medical Insurance$74
    Total$6,100

    The CIEE fee for 2009 includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Local Transportation$200
    Books and Supplies$100
    Meals$800
    Personal Expenses$1,000
    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,150
    Total$3,250


  • Summer 2010 - Session I Available 12/15/2009

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Available 12/15/2009



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Available 12/15/2009


  • Summer 2010 - Session II Available 12/15/2009

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Available 12/15/2009



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Available 12/15/2009


  • Summer 2010 - Sessions I + II Available 12/15/2009

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Available 12/15/2009



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Available 12/15/2009


Scholarship Information

For a complete list of scholarships available, please vist our Scholarships section.