When are the application deadlines?

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis (first come, first served) but we urge students to apply several months in advance. Notification of when the application system opens is sent to our partner Universities.  An acceptance is sent after an online complete application is received and eligibility is verified. Upon acceptance, students are required to confirm their acceptance, but no deposit is required.

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Will the credits transfer?
At the end of the semester, the UCD Quinn School of Business sends an official transcript to the home institution. The home institution decides on credits to be awarded for modules completed at UCD. We will be pleased to provide full information on our modules to enable institutions to make decisions regarding the transfer of credits.

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When do I register for classes?
Once you have been offered a place you should fill out the module registration form (step 3 on the Apply now page).  This form must be completed and signed by your home University Co-ordinator, and submitted before the deadline stated.

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Can I register for a class outside the UCD Quinn School of Business?
Students are not permitted to take modules from any other College or School at UCD.

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When will I get my class schedule?
Students will be advised on arrival at the UCD Quinn School of Business Orientation Session as to the business modules they have been registered to based on their Module Registration form and not before.  Students can access their timetable via the SIS website.

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Can I change my class schedule?
When students have been advised of the modules they are registered to, they will not be permitted to ADD or DROP modules under any circumstances.

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Do I have to take the Irish History module?
Study Abroad students are required to take a special module focusing on Irish History and Culture. This module is taught under the same structure as the business modules and is compulsory.   Field trips to places of historical interest are an integral component of this module.

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Where will I live while in Dublin?
Students are given the option to either live on campus in the UCD Residences or Off Campus in private apartments/houses in and close to the city centre. 

On Campus
There are limited places available in the on campus accommodation should email the UCD study abroad coordinator when they are applying to state that they would like to live on campus.  When the study abroad coordinator submits the student’s names to the residences office, the UCD residences office will then contact the student directly.
From this point it is up to the student to ensure that they complete and return all the forms sent to them by the residences office as well as pays their deposits before the deadlines.  If students fail to meet the on campus accommodation office deadlines, they will loose their place on campus.

Off Campus
Again students should email the UCD study abroad coordinator when they are applying to state that they would like to live in off campus accommodation.  The UCD study abroad office will organise all off campus accommodation for students. 

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Can I arrive early/stay late?
The date that your accommodation will be available to move into will be sent to you via email.  If you decide to arrive before this date you will be responsible for finding and paying for your own accommodation until you can move into your organised accommodation.  You must inform your landlords within the first week or two of your arrival,  if you are planning to stay longer for several days after the program ends.

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Are there meal deals available on campus?
UCD do have a meal deal plan available, for more click here

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Does the UCD Quinn School of Business have IT facilities?

      The UCD Quinn School of Business has one of the most advanced eLearning infrastructures in Europe. As part of this infrastructure, laptop computers are an integral part of the learning process.  All programmes at the UCD Quinn School require students to own a notebook PC.  You can simply boot up your notebook anywhere and network with the School and fellow students through our wireless access.
The ILTG are located in the UCD Quinn School of Business in room 112 and are responsible for E-Learning and ETeaching, Classroom Technology and Vendor Laptop support.  ILTG will help facilitate your laptop accessing the UCD network.    ILTG do not support Apple Macs however you can get support from IT services
located in the Daedalus building on Campus.

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Should I bring my laptop?
Yes, we recommend that you bring your laptop but you will need an electrical appliance converter since the voltage in Europe is different.  If you don’t have your own laptop there is a leasing programme available for Study Abroad students who require a laptop for their semester at UCD or for any who experience problems with their own laptops during their semester.

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How can I get a cell phone while I’m abroad?
You can purchase pay as you go a cell phone once in Ireland.

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How do I pay my fees to UCD?
If your home University is going to pay your fees, they will be invoiced.   If you are going to pay your individual fees you can do so online or by bank Giro.  For more information please click here

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Do I need a visa to study in Ireland?
You do not need a visa if you are studying for a semester in Ireland; however, you will need a valid U.S. passport. Once in Dublin, you will need to register with the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB); this will cost you approximately 150Euro.  You study abroad coordinator will give you more information at your orientation.

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When should I book my return flights back to the US?
Please do not book your return flights until after the last day of the exam schedule for each semester.   Dates available on the curriculum page.

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