A Study Abroad Experience in Limerick, Ireland
Coursework offered in Applied Science, Business, Construction, Cultural Studies, Engineering, General Education, Information and Communication Technology, Management, Multimedia Design, Psychology, Technical Communication, Technology Education
Estimated Cost: $10,029
Fall Dates : September-December
Spring Dates: January-May
Fall Deadline: February 15
Spring Deadline: October 1
Number of Positions: 10
Updated: October 23, 2008
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Program Description
The University of Limerick is unique. They take pride in the special emphasis on experiential learning through cooperative education. UL offers high quality undergraduate education across a wide range of programs, as well as excellent research and scholarship. UL graduates have a record of high employability. The University is especially proud of its outstanding cultural, sporting and residential facilities, which are located on a truly beautiful camps. It is an environment that enriches and enhances the learning and working environment for both students and staff. The University of Limerick believes strongly in the value of international education, both of its own students and for visiting students, and has established links with over 200 universities worldwide. An international education experience is extremely enriching and beneficial to students both in personal terms, and as a means towards professional advancement, affording opportunities to interact with students from other countries, to gain additional qualifications in a new environment, and to establish a personal international network of lifelong friends and potential colleagues.
Limerick, Ireland
Limerick is a city located in the Midwestern section of Ireland. The city lies on the River Shannon with three main rossing points near the center of the city. The population of Limerick is 93,321, which ranks as the third largest city in Ireland. The city dates back to early Viking settlements. The Normans redesigned the city in the 12th century and added much of the most notable architecture such as King John's Castle and St Mary's Cathedral.
Courses
The University of Limerick offers 66 four-year primary degree programs in the following areas: Business, Education, Engineering, Humanities, Informatics and Electronics, Science and Interdisciplinary courses.
Under this program, students can undertake a course of study for one semester or for an academic year. Students select their programs from the existing discipline and module base so that these students take five modules each semester with a credit weighting of 3 credits per module, or 15 per semester.
Estimated Costs
Students will pay a program fee to UW-Stout to cover the cost of tuition, health insurance, service and contingency fees, and laptop fees. All other expenses, including airfare, housing, meals and personal expenses are paid directly by students. Eligible students can use their financial aid to help pay these expenses. Costs are subject to change and can vary due to exchange rates, host institution increases, travel to, from and within the host country, and personal spending habits.
Fall or Spring Term:
Estimated Program Cost: $10,029
Estimated Housing Costs: $2,952
Estimated Personal Expenses: $4,057
Total Estimated Costs: $17,038
Eligibility
Students must be at least sophomore status, have a GPA of 2.9, and be in good academic standing at the time of participation.
Housing and Meals
Students enrolled in UL may choose to live on campus in one of the five Student Villages. There are approximately 2,500 rooms available on campus. Students also have the possibility of living off campus in shared accommodation that includes self-catering houses and apartments. Most off-campus accommodation is located within walking distance of the university campus. Campus Accommodation is reserved for International students each year. Students apply to the International Education office. It is an excellent option for International students as you get an opportunity to meet Irish students and other nationalities and to enjoy all our superb campus has to offer. i.e. sports facilities and clubs and societies activities.
Students will be responsible for making their own meals. Both the residence halls and private accommodations have kitchens available for making meals. There is a variety of cafés and bars where students can purchase meals. The University of Limerick’s Student Union runs a small food store on campus and sells fruit, vegetables, frozen foods, dairy, and also has a delicatessen section where sandwiches and rolls are made to order, along with hot food.
Passport/Visa
All students must have a valid U.S. passport for entrance into Ireland. The current passport fee is $100. If students already have a US passport, they must make sure to check the dates of validity. It must be valid for six months beyond the return date to the US.
Application Procedures
Please make an appointment with the Office of International Education (OIE), 400 Bowman Hall, to review and receive the application materials. Completed forms are returned to OIE. A $100 nonrefundable application fee is paid to the Student Business Services Office located in the Administration Building at time of application. Once accepted by UW-Stout, a $200 nonrefundable service fee will be required to hold a place in the program.
For More Information
- Please contact OIE for an appointment
to discuss your Study Abroad options
and receive application materials.
715/232-2132, E-mail: globaled@uwstout.edu - More information about accommodations can be found at this website: http://www.ul.ie/campuslife/dromroe.htm