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Partner with UCD — Ireland’s Global University

At University College Dublin (UCD), we believe that every bright mind deserves a world-class beginning. As a guidance counsellor, you play a vital role in helping students take that first bold step, and we’re here to make that journey inspiring, informed, and seamless.

When you recommend UCD, you’re not just suggesting a university, you’re opening doors to a truly global education, life-changing experiences, and a vibrant community that shapes future leaders, creators, and innovators.

UCD is ranked among the top 1% of universities worldwide, known for academic excellence, innovation, and a rich tradition of discovery.

From Engineering to Business, Medicine to the Arts, our undergraduate programmes prepare students for a world that’s changing fast; combining critical thinking, creativity, and real-world learning.

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A Partner in Guidance, Every Step of the Way

Students from over 150 countries call UCD home, and with good reason. From pre-departure advice to arrival assistance and on-campus wellbeing, UCD Global ensures international students thrive academically, socially, and personally.

We know how important accurate, up-to-date information is for your work. That’s why we’ve built dedicated tools and support for counsellors:

  • Counsellor Webinars and Events: Join our online and in-person sessions to stay connected with our admissions team.
  • School Visits and Presentations: Book a visit from our UCD Global representatives, or invite us to yours.
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Why Students Love UCD

UCD students can enjoy:

  • A beautiful, safe, green campus just minutes from Dublin’s city centre.
  • Guaranteed on-campus accommodation for first-year international students.
  • A strong sense of community with 160+ clubs and societies.
  • Opportunities for global internships and research from year one.
  • A degree that opens doors to careers worldwide.
Let’s Shape Tomorrow, Together

At UCD, we see you as more than an advisor, you’re a partner in building futures. Together, we can ensure every student finds not just a place to study, but a place to belong.

Join our global network of counsellors making a difference. Let’s keep inspiring students to dream bigger.

Meeting UCD Global in Your Country

School Visits 

If you are interested in learning more about UCD, whether that be a one-to-one meeting with our staff when they visit your country, or a request for a presentation to your students, please contact us. We can organise an itinerary based on your specific needs, availability and preferences. You can request a visit through your relevant Global Centre.

To see if any of our teams are attending an event near you, check our Events page to see if any of our staff are attending an event near you.

Visiting Dublin and the UCD Campus

If you are interested in meeting with a member of our global staff on our main Belfield campus in Dublin and specific colleges within the university, please contact us at internationalenquiries@ucd.ie

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Testimonials

"The UCD college fly in is incredibly informative about UCD as an academic institutions, as well as the culture and opportunities in Dublin for American students. UCD has many academic offerings with an admission staff that knows American education. There are pathways for a US student that may want to study in Dublin without know their intended major. UCD gives that type of student an ability to study in Ireland with creative academic pathways."

"Having attended numerous fly-ins for over a decade, I have to say my visit to UCD definitely stands out. I fell in love with both the university as well as the impressive and obviously happy students. UCD is an ideal place for international students and the perfectly organized tour left the counselors feeling like royalty. If you can only attend one fly-in, this should be it!"

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"I'm struggling to come up with the best words to describe my experience at UCD. Put most simply: authentic, worldly, and buzzing with opportunity. Can't wait to recommend it to my students for years to come!"

"UCD turned out to be a hidden gem for me! Its programs are extensive, and the minors in business, engineering, and computer science are exceptional. The campus and facilities are very impressive. I will be adding it to many student lists!"

"The UCD Counselor Tour was a life-changing professional experience for me. It's jam-packed full of experiences (cultural and on campus), and the networking with colleagues from all around the United States (and new colleagues now in Ireland) has become an invaluable result."

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Contact UCD Global

UCD Global, Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre (UCD International Office), Belfield, Dublin 4.
T: +353 1 716 8500 | Location Map(opens in a new window)