Arts + Sciences (University College Dublin)
Unique Experiences
Study entrepreneurship
at UCD’s start-up incubator – one of the biggest in Ireland
Enjoy UCD’s 130-hectare parkland estate campus
hosting world-class facilities
Explore iconic sites
like Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, Henrietta Street, and the Guinness Brewery
Your Destination
Dublin is Ireland’s dynamic capital, celebrated for its literary legacy, vibrant arts scene, and growing reputation in science, technology, and innovation. The city blends historic charm with modern energy, offering world-class universities, centuries-old landmarks, and a booming tech industry. Whether you are studying the humanities or STEM fields, Dublin provides top-tier academics and a creative, collaborative atmosphere. With its lively pub culture, diverse food scene, scenic coastal walks, and welcoming community, Dublin is the perfect place to study abroad.
Program Highlights
- Academic Courses: Choose from host institution courses and CIEE courses that align with your academic major.
- Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
- Cultural Projects: Volunteer with members of the local community, join university clubs to socialize with your peers, and attend local workshops and events to get to know your host city.
Excursions & Activities
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Dublin will open doors for you to explore Ireland's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
- Get to know Dublin with cultural activities such as guided walking tours, visits to museums, cathedrals, galleries, and historic sites
- Experience a day trip to the Wicklow mountains of Glendalough, the medieval town of Kilkenny, or other parts of the island, such as Belfast
- Experience Irish culture with live music, theatre, and more
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
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HOUSING & MEALS
HOUSING
Standard Housing: CIEE Dublin offers on campus accommodation at University College Dublin. Housing is shared apartments with up to four students and includes a private bedroom with study space. Each apartment contains a kitchen, living room and two bathrooms. All students share common spaces and laundry facilities.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
MEALS
Students are responsible for their own meals while on the program. UCD campus offers a large selection of restaurants, cafes, and shops.
Academics
CIEE Dublin: Study in the heart of Dublin’s lively south central district, five minutes from the River Liffey and Merrion Square. CIEE Dublin features three classrooms and a student lounge and is conveniently near a mix of independent cafés, bakeries, and stores.
University College Dublin (UCD) is located less than three miles from the center of Dublin, and offers 60 sports clubs, 100 societies and clubs, and an active student union. UCD is ranked in the top 1% of universities internationally and hosts more than 30,000 students, 27% of which are international.
Course Information
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Languages and Cultural Studies
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Languages and Cultural Studies
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN SAMPLE COURSE LIST
CIEE students can enroll in courses across more than 10 disciplines. Students learn of the semester’s final list of courses in time for course registration, which occurs after arrival. Certain university courses require prerequisites. The following is a representative sample of university course topics that have been available in the past and may be subject to change. For a more detailed list of course offerings, please click here.
Sample List of Course Topics
Accounting
Anatomy
Applied and Computational Mathematics
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Biophysical Chemistry
Business in Society
Computer Science
Constitutional Law
Contemporary Irish Writing
Data Science
Economics
Energy Engineering
Entrepreneurship
EU Law
European Cinema
Foundations of Political Theory and International Relations
Genetics
Globalization and Development
Human Ethics
Introduction to Finance
Irish Literature in English
Management Theory
Materials Science and Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Design
Modern Europe 1500- 2000
Organizational Behavior
Public International Law
Renewable Energy Systems
Research Methods in Political Science
Rural and Landscape Planning
Science Medicine and Society
Social Psychology
Sociological Theory
Sociology
Theoretical Physics
Theory and Design of Structures
Urban Design
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Fall 2025 16 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $23,950 |
| Program Academic year 2025-2026 | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date * | End Date TBD* | |
| Program Spring 2026 18 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $16,456 ** |
| Housing | $7,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $23,950 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $1,520 † |
| International Airfare | $1,100 †† |
| Local Transportation | $400 |
| Books & Supplies | $250 |
| Personal expenses | $240 ††† |
| Other | $390 †††† |
| Total Costs | $3,900 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
††††Includes EUR300 for Residence Permit
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Enda O’Connell
Center Director
Enda is responsible for overall management of CIEE Dublin. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Primary Education Teaching from Dublin City University and the equivalent of a Master’s degree in...
Marcus Gatto
Academic Director
Originally from Denver, Marcus has lived in Ireland for a decade. Before joining CIEE, he oversaw an undergraduate law program at a private college in Dublin and taught various law subjects.
Taylor Hebert
Operations Manager
Taylor Hebert is originally from Washington state but has called Dublin home since 2017. She has a BA from Loyola University New Orleans and an MA from Humboldt University of...
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