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Locations: Galway, Ireland
Program Terms: IOP Fall, IOP Spring, IOP Year (academic)
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program. If you were expecting to find an available application, there are few possible reasons why:

If it is for a program starting anytime from summer 2025 to spring 2026, applications will not open until later: November 14, 2024 for summer 2025; November 20, 2024 for programs beginning fall 2025; and April 15, 2025 for programs beginning winter or spring 2026. However, deadlines will be available online. Consider signing up for alerts in your inbox with our interest list and on your phone with the UC Merced Connect app.
If it is for an earlier term, the deadline for the program may have passed quite some time ago.
If the program has limited spots, the program may now be full and no longer accepting new applications.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA:	3.00	Click here for a definition of this term Class standing:	2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior
Language of instruction:	English	Housing options:	Private apartments
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of study:	Art studio, Business administration, Economics, Film and media studies, French, History, Legal studies, Philosophy, Political science, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish

Program Description:

Semester at University of Galway

Live and learn in Galway, a vibrant university town known for its brightly colored buildings, traditional music sessions, street performers, and rich cultural heritage. At the University of Galway, you'll take courses taught in English by local professors alongside Irish and international students.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Choose from popular subject areas like business, engineering, math, Irish studies, and liberal arts
The School of Business and Economics is AACSB-accredited, recognized internationally for excellence in business education
Immerse yourself in campus life with access to clubs, societies, and cultural events that foster cross-cultural engagement
The University of Galway also offers a unique service-learning course for credit focused on literacy and learning in the community
Soak in the views at the Cliffs of Moher, take a trip to explore Dublin, or ride a ferry to the Irish-speaking Aran Islands

Discover Galway

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

Meet Marisa T.

"I studied for a semester in Galway, Ireland, and had one of the best experiences of my life! Once I arrived, I felt 100 percent supported and eased into my new environment without any issues thanks to my Resident Directors. I would do it again in a heartbeat!"

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WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!