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  • Locations: Maynooth, Ireland
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Restrictions: UNT applicants only
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
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There are currently no active application cycles for this program.
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Click here for a definition of this term Academic Level: Undergraduate Program Type: Affiliated
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA Requirement: 2.5 Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options: On-campus residence hall
Click here for a definition of this term Program Features: Low Cost Program Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age by the time of departure
Click here for a definition of this term Fields of Study: Anthropology, Architecture, Communication Studies, Creative Writing, Economics, History, International Relations, International Studies, Social Science, Sociology, Women's Studies Program Contact in SAO: Mr. Glenn Danielson (Glenn.Danielson@unt.edu)
Program Description:
 
Maynooth University Int'l Summ
Maynooth University is Ireland’s fastest growing university with over 11,000 students from more than 90 countries. Maynooth University benefits from a tradition of academic excellence in the humanities and sciences tracing back to 1795. Located just 15 miles from Dublin, Maynooth offers world-class teaching facilities and small class sizes. The diverse, flexible and selective study abroad curriculum enables you to match your study abroad options with your home university program. 

Eligibility

Maynooth University requires that students applying to their International Summer School study abroad program hold a minimum 2.5 GPA at the time of application.
 

Academics

Students will pick two courses to take - one from "Stream A" and one from Stream B," each worth 5 or 7.5 ECTS (usually 3 or 4 U.S. semester credits). Course descriptions and syllabi are available online.
  

Accommodations

On-campus accommodation is reserved for all study abroad students and included in the program fee. You will reside in an apartment-style Village residence. Each apartment has a well equipped kitchen and a living room/dining room area. Housekeeping is on a regular basis with linen and towels included and changed weekly. Laundry facilities are also available. 

Breakfast and lunch are provided in the on-campus Student Union from Monday to Friday. Most dietary requirements can be accommodated with sufficient advanced notice. There are also various supermarkets within easy walking distance.


Cost

Program cost: €3,2555 (approx. $3,850)
YOUR PROGRAMME INCLUDES:
  • Airport shuttle: (please note that because of check-in times the earliest coach for arrival day will most likely be at 10am)
  • Transport: All transport for field trips
  • Orientation: 'MU Welcome Packs' with day trip to Dublin!
  • Tuition: full tuition for your academic courses and transcripts
  • Housing: Single rooms in on-campus University apartments
  • Field Trips: At least one field trip per academic class 
  • Activities: At least two 'evening social activities' organised per week 
  • Meals: cooked breakfast & hot lunch Monday-Thursday
  • ??Staff: In order to support you through the programme our range of summer school staff provide support for you and live on campus with you so that you have someone to talk to, hang with and to lead you in your activities, field trips and weekend adventures.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?:
  • Transport: All transport outside of what is outlined above
  • Dinner: Students are responsible for arranging their own meals outside of breakfast  & outside of lunch (Mon-Thurs)
  • Travel and Medical Insurance
  • Optional Day Excursions: Each week on the Friday our student coordinators will be organising optional day trips to places across Ireland. These trips are organsied based on student feedback and demand upon arrival
  • Galway City & Cliffs of Moher Day Trip (extra €100 for students who wish to participate)
  • International Flights
  • Incidentals

Funding

Studying abroad is an investment in your future, which requires careful planning and management. However, the personal, academic, and professional rewards that you will gain from this experience will last a lifetime. You should carefully consider costs, budgets and financing when selecting and preparing for your experience abroad. If you have questions at any step of the process, we encourage you to reach out to the Brittany.Samko@unt.edu for guidance.

Steps to Financing Your Study Abroad Program

  1. View the program budget sheet to find a breakdown of program expenses.
  2. Attend a Study Abroad 101 session to learn more about funding opportunities.
  3. Consider your Financial Aid options.
  4. Search and Apply for Scholarships and Grants.
  5. Meet with a Money Coach to better understand your financial aid package and develop your funding plan.

Featured Funding Opportunities

 



This program is currently not accepting applications.