Start Global: Ireland
The Program
Start Global: Ireland
A first semester study abroad experience for SAS students
Start your Rutgers journey in an exciting way by studying abroad in 1 of 2 locations. Student choose between Start Global: Ireland and Start Global: Italy.
Rutgers’ Start Global: Ireland is a program designed for motivated first-semester students who wish to take Rutgers-approved courses in a dynamic global setting and engage in the rich culture of Ireland. Students selecting Start Global have the opportunity to begin their college experience with a high-impact global learning experience, setting them up for success at Rutgers and a future career. Start Global allows students to take major and minor courses which will keep students on track for on-time graduation.
Dublin Ireland
Dublin
Dublin, the capital city of Ireland, is known for a welcoming and vibrant cultural scene, rich literary heritage, historic attractions, and access to a diversity of park spaces, beaches, and hillside trails. The city is a perfect location for students who want the amenities of a larger city, but safe and easy-to-navigate neighborhoods. Top attractions include the ancient Book of Kells, the bustling Temple Bar area with its lively pubs and restaurants, Dublin Castle with its historic significance, and the serene Phoenix Park, one of the largest enclosed urban parks in Europe.
UCD campus
University College Dublin (UCD), with 34,000 students, is the largest university in Ireland. It is located in a suburban Dublin neighborhood, about ten minutes by bus from the City Centre. The green and spacious campus is home to modern buildings which house five colleges: Agriculture/Food Science/ Veterinary Medicine; Arts & Celtic Studies; Business & Law; Engineering & Architecture; Health Sciences; Human Sciences; and Physical/Life Science. Similar to Rutgers in size, UCD offers large and comprehensive programs with distinguished and defining global-learning experiences.
Academics
The Program: The student experience will include an in-depth orientation to UCD and Dublin prior to the start of classes. UCD offers hands-on support and resources to guide a student’s transition to college and offer a unique experience abroad.
Distinctive Activities: UCD offers all the vibrant student experiences that you would expect at a top national university. Start Global students will have the opportunity to engage in student clubs and societies where they can meet local students as they explore everything from cities to countryside. Weekend experiences are organized by the university and include music, theatre and comedy shows; national parks and heritage sites; hiking and cycling trips; castle, cave and factory tours!
A tentative list of course offerings can be found, here. More information on course offerings will be made available in early April.
Housing
Students are housed in Merville Residence — a university residence that typically features 4 or 5 single bedrooms, a study area, and two shared bathrooms. Each apartment includes a shared kitchen, and comfortable living space. At UCD, students experience safe, secure, and high-quality housing which aims to provide a comfortable and supportive living environment, fostering community and easing the transition to university life.
Financial Information
Program Costs
| NJ Residents | Non-NJ Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Program cost | $20,500 | $24,700 |
Program Cost includes:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Up to $1,000 flight credit (booked through Scholar Trip)
- Administrative Fees
- Emergency Medical Access Abroad
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Housing Deposit | $810 |
| Meals | $2,385 |
| Airfare* | See Below |
| Local Transportation | $480 |
| Visa (Estimate is for US Citizens) | $300 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $250 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total | $5,225.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
*Students can access a flight credit up to $1,000 through Scholar Trip.
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.