Student cities in Ireland

Where you study shapes your whole experience. Cost of living, job options, weather, and lifestyle all vary by city. Here are the main destinations for international students in Ireland.

Cork

Ireland's friendly southern capital, with a strong university, a thriving food and pharma scene, and lower costs than Dublin.

Dublin

Ireland's capital and tech hub, with top universities, European HQs for global tech firms, and the country's highest living costs.

Galway

A bohemian arts city on the Atlantic coast, a lively university town famous for its festivals, music, and gateway to the west of Ireland.

Limerick

A revived city on the River Shannon, with a modern campus university with a strong co-op programme and some of Ireland's most affordable living.