How much does college cost in Ireland?
Basics
Thanks to the Free Fees Initiative, most undergrad students don't have to pay tuition fees in Ireland. However, even if you or your child qualify for free fees, there’s a mandatory student contribution that’s up to €3,000 per year.
Extras
Then you could have transport, accommodation and financial support to plan for. Use our college costs calculator to estimate how much you’ll need, and our digital financial planning tool to create a financial plan to put your mind at ease.
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