Dublin

There are few better cities than Dublin, the capital of Ireland, in which to enjoy your time as a student. Dublin began as a Viking settlement over 1,000 years ago; now, it has a population of 1.5 million people. Today, Dublin strikes the perfect balance between a small town atmosphere with the excitement and amenities of a big city.

You will soon learn that the warm and friendly reputation of Irish people is not without merit! In no time, you’ll know how to ask, “Where’s the craic?” just like the locals do – craic being the Irish word for fun, banter, and good times.

A city of culture, Dublin boasts a wide variety of art galleries, museums, theatres, cinemas, shops, restaurants and cafés, nightclubs, and parks. Dublin is a university town with a proud tradition of learning and scholarship and a large student population. The city attracts young people from all over the world, who come to experience its legendary, lively ambiance. 

Semester programs include 1 overnight excursion and 2 day excursions. Summer programs include 1 day excursion. Destinations may vary by term. Past terms have included trips to:

• Galway (overnight excursion) – The ASA Galway trip is jam-packed with Irish culture! You’ll see Connemara and its megalithic tombs, the Cliffs of Moher (the most magnificent vista in all of Ireland), Burren National Park, Limerick, and even traditional sheep shearing demonstrations.
• Wicklow and Glendalough (day excursion) – See hidden Guinness Lake, breathtaking waterfalls, famous film locations, such as Braveheart and P.S. I Love You, Wicklow National Park, and, finally, Glendalough, dating back to the 6th century.
• Celtic Heritage Tour (day excursion) – Experience 5,000 years of Ireland’s incredible history, legend, and folklore. We’ll visit prehistoric tombs, Celtic high crosses, ancient abbeys, and the Hill of Tara.
• Kilkenny and Kilkenny Castle (day excursion) – Kilkenny is a medieval walled city, and there’s no better place to wander, enjoying its ancient cobbled streets and old-world charm. Students will have a guided walking tour of Kilkenny City, including St. Canice’s Cathedral and Jerpoint Abbey. You’ll also tour the amazing Kilkenny Castle, built in 1195.

Did you go abroad with ASA and have a memorable experience we should add to this list? Contact us! We'd love to hear from you!

INCLUDED

• HOUSING in a residence hall with kitchen facilities. Meals not included (except for the Summer program, which includes breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday)

• TUITION for the maximum number of credits or courses indicated on the program course offerings page. Enrolling in more than the maximum number of credits/courses (if permitted by the host institution) will result in an additional fee.

• ACADEMIC CREDITS: Students who receive pre-approval from their home institution can transfer the credits they earn to their home institution.

• OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT: Final transcript is issued by your host institution. Upon completion of the program, ASA will provide one free shipment of your final transcript to your U.S. institution.

• EXCURSIONS: Semester programs include 1 overnight excursion and 2 day excursions. Summer programs include 1 day excursion. Location to be decided.

• CULTURAL ACTIVITIES in Dublin (museum visits, walking tours, etc.)

• INTERNET ACCESS: Students will have free Internet access at their host institution and in their program housing.

• AIRPORT PICK-UP: Group ground transportation is provided from Dublin (DUB) airport for students who arrive on the official arrival date, by the designated time.

• SITE DIRECTOR: Students will have an on-site director to assist them with any academic or cultural difficulties they may encounter.

• MEDICAL INSURANCE: Comprehensive international medical insurance is included. Click here for details on benefits and coverage.

• VISA ADVISING: Students are ultimately responsible for obtaining their visa (if required for their term), but ASA will provide detailed, helpful information upon acceptance about which visa students will need and how to go about applying for one. Please click here and scroll down to “Student Visa Information” to find out if a visa is required for your program.

• PRE-DEPARTURE HANDBOOK & ON-SITE ORIENTATION

• SUBSCRIPTION TO SAFETURE SAFETY-ENHANCING MOBILE APP

• SUBSCRIPTION TO MINDHAMOK: a 24-7 service designed to support your mental, physical, and social wellbeing throughout your program. You can find out more about mindhamok in our Pre-Departure Guide for All Programs

NOT INCLUDED

• Round trip airfare and travel expenses to and from the program location

• Books, materials, lab fees

• Local transportation

• Personal expenses

• Meals (except for the Summer program, which includes breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday)

• Laundry

• Meals on excursions

• Visa, if required

• Transportation from the airport if the student does not arrive on the official arrival date by the designated time

• Transportation back to the airport at the end of the program

For academic year students and those enrolling in more than one session, housing and other ASA services and benefits are not provided during the break between sessions. For academic year students only, medical insurance during winter break is included if it is required to get your visa.

If you need a budget or Costs of Attendance for your financial aid office, or if you simply want an estimate of the not-included costs listed above.