University of Galway

Fall 2026 — Session: Semester

Duration (approximate)

Departure Date August 25, 2026
Return Date December 19, 2026
Credits 12.5-15

Program Fee

Fee Type Amount Notes
Tuition and Fees $17,845 The tuition portion of the program fee includes tuition for most arts and social science academic courses, pre-program advisory services, on-site orientation, complete support services throughout the program, health and accident insurance, post-program follow-up and transcript. Program fees are based on credits listed; credit overload is subject to surcharge.
Room $3,650 The housing portion of the program fee assumes self-catered, shared accommodations. Students in catered housing, single accommodations or enhanced accommodations could be subject to supplemental charges. Please refer to the program's Accommodation page for more details.
Total Program Fee $21,495 Enrollment selections incurring additional fees will be billed several weeks after programs begin.

Estimate of Additional Expenses

Fee Type Amount Notes
Books $240 The average cost of books and supplies for a typical student for the semester.
Meals $1,920 This estimate is based on the cost of food to be prepared using the residence facilities provided.
Personal $1,930 This budget item is meant to cover the general expenses of daily life. Our estimated cost typically includes toiletries, snacks, cell phones, limited entertainment activities, and other miscellaneous expenses. This includes an estimated $300 for out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Student Visa $470 Students applying for a single-entry visa cost is €70. All non-European Union students studying in the Republic of Ireland for more than 3 months are required to complete the registration of an Irish Residence Permit within the first month of arrival, the cost is €300. Students studying outside of Dublin need to budget for transportation to Dublin for the registration appointment. The transit fee associated with the visa cost is €35. Total approximate cost €405. Fees are subject to change.
Local Travel $480 Estimated travel costs from the student residence to the instruction/internship site throughout the semester.
Program Travel $1,000 The program fee does not include the cost of traveling to and from the program location. The estimated cost of airfare is based on the average cost of travel from the US to the program. Cost will vary depending on time of purchase, point of origin, and dates of travel.
Total Estimate of Additional Expenses $6,040 These estimates intend to assist students in budgeting for their experience abroad. Actual amounts will vary depending on individual spending habits. Exchange rate of USD 1.20 to EUR 1.00 was used in determining the above estimates.



Potential Additional Fees

Fee Type Amount Notes
Supplemental Housing Fee $710 Students residing in single ensuite rooms in Corrib Village are subject to an additional fee per semester.
Special Course Fee $2,500 A tuition surcharge is imposed by Galway for enrollment in certain courses or departments. All applicable special course fees are added to your Arcadia Abroad account after course registration overseas.
Supplemental Housing Fee $1,250 Students residing in single ensuite in Goldcrest or Dunlin are subject to an additional fee per semester.
Supplemental Housing Fee $1,410 Students residing in ensuite double in Goldcrest or Dunlin are subject to an additional fee per semester.
Supplemental Housing Fee $2,100 Students residing in ensuite double plus in Goldcrest or Dunlin are subject to an additional fee per semester.



Total Estimated Cost of Attendance

$27,535

The Total Estimated Cost of Attendance includes the Program Fee and Estimate of Additional Expenses. Enrollment selections outlined in the Additional Fees section may increase the overall Estimated Cost of Attendance by the fee amounts listed.