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Overview 

This hybrid program blends two weeks of immersive travel in Ireland with flexible online learning prior to departure. Students will explore Ireland’s remarkable transformation over the past fifty years through literature, history, and site visits connected to key moments of change.

From the Northern Ireland Peace Process to immigration and the tech boom, students will examine how Ireland has grappled with colonialism, religious intolerance, and gender inequality while also embracing cultural renewal. Visits to Dublin and rural towns linked to celebrated writers bring these themes to life.

The program concludes at an Irish literary festival, where students will engage directly with contemporary authors and deepen their understanding of global citizenship through stories, history, and lived experience.

Good to Know

• Physical Activity: The program will require moderate to extensive walking and standing to participate in tours, museum visits, and general daily activities.

Upcoming Info Sessions

• 9/30/25: 7:00PM-8:30: Ellis Hall 003
• 10/15/25: 7:00PM-8:30: Ellis Hall 003
• 10/28/25: 7:00PM-8:30: Ellis Hall 003

Living Arrangements 

Students will be housed in shared hotel rooms and hostels during the program.

Program Dates 

May 17-31, 2026 

Students will need to depart the US on May 16th to arrive in Dublin by May 18th.

Academics  

Students will earn a total of 4 credits and choose one of the following courses:

• In the spring, you will select a 3 credit hour course from the options below
  • More info coming soon!
• In the summer, you will take a 1 credit hour course.
  • More info coming soon!

Cost  

The following information is intended to help participants understand the estimated costs associated with the program.  For additional information regarding program costs, please refer to Understanding Program Costs for Ohio-Credit Programs.

The total estimated cost for SUMMER 2026 is still being finalized and cost information will be updated when the next program cycle opens for application.

• Undergraduate: $7,503 + 3 Credits of Spring 2026 Athens-Campus Tuition/Fees + 1 Credit of Summer 2026 Athens-Campus Tuition/Fees

Tuition rates are based on participant's Tuition Guarantee or Graduate Program of Study (refer to Bursars for more information).

Looking for Funding Opportunities? 

More information on financial aid and scholarships can be found on our funding pages.

Eligibility 

This program is open to all undergraduate ÃÛèÖÊÓƵ students with a sophomore, junior or senior class standing that have successfully completed ENG 1510. 

The minimum GPA for admission consideration is 3.0, but students not meeting this requirement may petition the directors to obtain permission to apply. 

Students who will be on probation at any point during the program for a conduct offense that took place less than a calendar year from the program start date may not study abroad. Read the entire conduct policy. 

This program accepts NON-OHIO students. For more information about this process visit the Non-OHIO student page.   

Participants must have a at least a high school diploma or the equivalent (e.g. GED) by the start date of the program to be considered for eligibility.  Students enrolled in College Credit Plus (CC+) are not eligible for study away programs.

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit:

• A statement of purpose, no longer than 500 words,
• A copy of your DARS or unofficial transcript
• The name and contact information of one reference.

An interview with the directors is required.

Entry and Exit Requirements 

U.S. citizens are required to have a valid U.S. passport when traveling outside of the United States. If you plan to study or travel abroad in the next year,    now. Some countries also require a visa to legally enter or reside in the country.

U.S. citizens  will not  need a visa or other special document to enter the country for the length of this program. Please also note that visa requirements may vary if you plan to stay in the country longer than the program dates or travel to other countries during or after the program. Please familiarize yourself with these recommendations and requirements prior to applying to this program. 

For more specific visa related information, please visit OGO’s  Visa Information Page 

Information for  Non-U.S. citizens 

Resources 

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