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Dublin, Ireland

Advocating for Social Justice

Social Change

Dates

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3 weeks

Costs

$6,250

Application Deadline

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Dates

-

3 weeks

Costs

$6,250

Application Deadline

Enroll Now

Request Information

Program Overview

Develop the leadership skills you need to become the change maker you want to be!

This program brings together students like you, who want to make a difference in their community and the world. And it all starts with self-awareness. As you explore Irish culture through the lens of intercultural studies, you'll also investigate your own cultural background and identity. What is your leadership style? What social justice issues are you passionate about? How can you make a difference in your community back home?

Learn the history of the Northern Ireland conflict and current cultural, societal or political themes. Flex your intercultural muscles by recognizing cultural differences and similarities between U.S. American and Irish culture and develop effective strategies to bridge differences. Explore the experience of diverse populations in Ireland and gain insights that will help you better understand your home community.

Get ready to try out traditional Irish sports and dancing, take a ballad tour of the city of Dublin with professional musicians or visit iconic sights such as the Kilmainham Gaol (jail), a key site of the Irish nationalist movement.

For your final project, you'll analyze a cultural communication artifact (i.e.: a recent newspaper or magazine article, a podcast or a video...etc.) and share with your group. Emerge with the skills to be a powerful agent of change on the issues that matter to you now and well into the future.

The Take-Aways

Leadership Experience

Develop an intercultural leadership practice and get public speaking experience presenting to your group. Gain the skills to be an agent of change as you discover Irish history and culture.

Lifelong Skills and Friendships

After just 3 weeks away, you'll build self-confidence, gain a broader world view, improve your interpersonal communication skills and make lifelong friends from all across the U.S.

Credentials for Your Future

Topics for your college essays, experience to inform your future career, a Certificate of 50 hours of Service Learning.

The Destination
  • dublin streets downtown shops
  • cliffs of dublin ireland

The Destination

Dublin is one of Europe’s most youthful cities with over 50% of the population under 25. Here you’ll find a lively music scene with a range of contemporary and traditional bands playing in clubs and small venues nightly.

Founded as a Viking settlement, Dublin’s history as Ireland’s principal city dates back to the reign of King John. As befits a city with such a long history, Dublin is packed with monuments and buildings that date from Dublin Castle in 1204, to Trinity College founded in 1592, which houses the Book of Kells through the elegant Georgian Terraces and beyond.

CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Dublin.

Daily Life

Daily Life

Every day brings new discoveries and fun, but you can always count on a perfect balance between interactive instruction, excursions and free time! Here's what to expect on a typical day:

  • 7:00 am: Get up and have breakfast at your dorm/hotel
  • 8:00 am: Walk or take public transportation to CIEE for morning instruction
  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Interactive class with a local teacher. Format may change to workshops or guest lectures, depending on the day.
  • 12:00 pm - 1:00pm: Find a fun spot to grab lunch with your friends (your program tuition includes a stipend for lunches).
  • 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm: Gather back at CIEE to go on today's cultural activity or excursion.
  • 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Each activity or excursion is designed to echo what you learned in class that morning.
  • 5:00 pm - 7:00pm: Free time! Hang out with your friends and shop. Commute back to your hotel/dorm.
  • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Dinner
  • 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Wrap up any homework. Usually just readings or personal research for your project.
  • 10:00 pm: Lights out!

Learn more about daily life on a high school study abroad program by reading our blog.

Housing

Dorms, shared rooms with other Global Navigators

Local Support

24/7 Support from your CIEE program leader and in-country CIEE staff members

Program Blogs

From CIEE

Exploring Ireland's History of Social Justice: A Journey to Kilmainham Gaol

By Matt Bisek at CIEE

As we wrap up the third week of our extraordinary educational journey through Ireland's rich history of social justice, we delve into a significant chapter of Irish history as we... keep reading

From CIEE

An Unforgettable Irish Adventure: Exploring Causey Farm

By Khalie Shields at CIEE

The students had their first day-trip in the captivating countryside of Ireland at Causey Farm, where they immersed themselves in the rich Irish culture, history, and traditions. From experiencing the... keep reading

From CIEE

A Journey Through the Jeanie Johnston Exhibit and EPIC Museum

By Matt Bisek at CIEE

At the midway point of the program, the students embark on an eye-opening journey through Ireland's rich history as we delve into two iconic sites in Dublin - the Jeanie... keep reading

Activities
Group of high school students in front of Dublin Castle

Sample Activities

  • Introduction to and participation in traditional Irish sports and dancing 
  • Irish Ballad lead tour of Dublin City with professional musician 
  • Visits to Kilmainham Gaol (jail) , a key site of the Irish nationalist movement 
  • Peer to Peer activities with Irish students 
  • Excursions to the West of Ireland 

Please note this list of activities is based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to both adapt to local circumstances, covid-related measures and restrictions and participant feedback. Our goal when revising itineraries is always to enhance your experience. Every activity is designed to provide you with a deep immersion in your topic, local culture and sights. Get ready for maximum fun!

Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

Eligibility

No specific requirements for standard sessions.

Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.

For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.

Application Fee

$25

For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our Scholarship page.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Costs

Program Summer Session I 2024 3 weeks Start Date End Date Costs $6,250
Program Summer Session II 2024 3 weeks Start Date End Date Costs $6,250
Our Staff

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...

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