January in Dublin
Unique Experiences
Explore a Compact, Modern Campus
that seamlessly blends cutting-edge technology with green spaces, caf矇s, theaters, and sports centers
Discuss issues of national identity
religion, and immigration with dedicated 91做厙 staff
Visit Belfast in Northern Ireland
to explore the links between identity and conflict
Your Destination
Dublin is Irelands cosmopolitan city, celebrated for its cozy winter atmosphere and rich cultural heritage. January is the perfect time to experience the city's charm with fewer crowds while exploring landmarks like Trinity College and Temple Bar and enjoying traditional winter festivities like the Dublin New Year's Festival. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Dublin is the perfect place to study abroad on winter break.
Program Highlights
- Academic Course: Take one 91做厙 course delivered in-person at the 91做厙 Center.
- Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
Excursions & Activities
CIEEs excursions and cultural activities in Dublin will open doors for you to explore Ireland's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
- Enjoy the vibrant nightlife in the youthful city of Dublin, with an estimated 50% of its citizens younger than 26
- Partake in cultural activities, such as visits to medieval castles, cathedrals, galleries, and a field trip to Northern Ireland
- Join the locals for a music session at one of Dublins heritage pubs
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at 91做厙's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.胼
Program Blogs
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HOUSING & MEALS
HOUSING
CIEE Dublin offers housing in apartments located疳n student residence communities. All housing options are located in lively districts with multiple dining options, convenient public transport, and are within 30 minutes of walking access to central Dublin.
Standard Housing: Includes a private bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, a dedicated study space, and ample storage in an apartment suite shared with up to seven other students. All students share common spaces, a kitchen, and laundry facilities. Apartments are located under 45 minutes from 91做厙 Dublin by public transport.
MEALS
Meals are not included in the program fee and are the responsibility of the student. Dine at home or take advantage of being in the heart of the city with a wide variety of markets, stores and restaurants to experience.
Academics
CIEE Dublin: Study in the heart of Dublins lively south central district, five minutes from the River Liffey and Merrion Square. 91做厙 Dublin features three classrooms and a student lounge and is conveniently near a mix of independent caf矇s, bakeries, and stores.
Course Information
Languages and Cultural Studies
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 91做厙 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at 91做厙's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 91做厙 sites.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
To be considered, submit the 91做厙 Scholarships & Grants application within your 91做厙 program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 91做厙, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program January 2026 3 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $4,350 |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 91做厙's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 91做厙 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $2,870 ** |
| Housing | $1,100 |
| Insurance | $80 |
| Total Fees | $4,350 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $285 |
| International Airfare | $1,100 漍 |
| Local Transportation | $100 |
| Books & Supplies | $20 |
| Personal expenses | $135 漍 |
| Total Costs | $1,640 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
漍r?ound-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
漍$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Enda OConnell
Center Director
Enda is responsible for overall management of 91做厙 Dublin. He holds a bachelors degree in Primary Education Teaching from Dublin City University and the equivalent of a Masters degree in...
Marcus Gatto
Academic Director
Originally from Denver, Marcus has lived in Ireland for a decade. Before joining 91做厙, he oversaw an undergraduate law program at a private college in Dublin and taught various law subjects.
Taylor Hebert
Operations Manager
Taylor Hebert is originally from Washington state but has called Dublin home since 2017. She has a BA from Loyola University New Orleans and an MA from Humboldt University of...
Get Started
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Start an Application
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2
Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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Contact Us
Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.
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