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Locations: Galway, Ireland
Program Terms: Academic Yr- Fall/Sp, Fall Semester, Spring Semester
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides
Restrictions: SIU applicants only

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring Semester	2026	10/01/2025 **	Rolling Admission	01/07/2026	05/09/2026
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study:	Accounting, Anthropology, Art, Celtic/Irish Studies, Cinema and Photography, Classics, Economics, English, Finance, French, Geography and Environmental Resources, German Studies, History, Italian, Law, Management, Marketing, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish, Theater	Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English
Click here for a definition of this term Housing:	Apartment	Click here for a definition of this term Class Status:	2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA:	3	Click here for a definition of this term Type of Experience:	*Study Abroad
Click here for a definition of this term Program Type:	Direct/Program	Click here for a definition of this term Credit Type:	Transfer

Program Description:

Semester at University of Galway

Live and learn in Galway, a vibrant university town known for its brightly colored buildings, traditional music sessions, street performers, and rich cultural heritage. At the University of Galway, you'll take courses taught in English by local professors alongside Irish and international students.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Choose from popular subject areas like business, engineering, math, Irish studies, and liberal arts
The School of Business and Economics is AACSB-accredited, recognized internationally for excellence in business education
Immerse yourself in campus life with access to clubs, societies, and cultural events that foster cross-cultural engagement
The University of Galway also offers a unique service-learning course for credit focused on literacy and learning in the community
Soak in the views at the Cliffs of Moher, take a trip to explore Dublin, or ride a ferry to the Irish-speaking Aran Islands

Discover Galway

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

Meet Marisa T.

"I studied for a semester in Galway, Ireland, and had one of the best experiences of my life! Once I arrived, I felt 100 percent supported and eased into my new environment without any issues thanks to my Resident Directors. I would do it again in a heartbeat!"

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!