Loyola University Chicago

Submit an application before the Application Deadline.

University Affiliation - National University of Ireland, Galway

National University of Ireland, Galway was founded in 1845 as "Queen's college Galway". Today there are over 13,000 students attending classes on the 260 acre campus, which is situated on a beautiful site that stretches along the banks of the River Corrib. The original University buildings and old stone quadrangle are flanked by new buildings, reflecting the steady growth of the University.

GPA Requirement - 2.5 (USAC), 2.75 (Loyola)

Galway and Ireland
Galway is celebrated in song and story throughout the world and takes center stage on Ireland's western seaboard. A spectacularly beautiful county of contrasts - the wildest and remotest of countryside teamed with one of Europe's most vibrant and popular cities.

Galway city was founded in the 13th century by the Anglo-Norman de Burgos as a medieval settlement on the eastern bank of the River Corrib. It became a walled an fortified city-state ruled by fourteen powerful merchant families, later known as the "Tribes of Galway". Today, with a population of over 65,000, it is the third largest city in Ireland and a vibrant, bustling center of the arts and commerce, though it still retains a relaxed and intimate atmosphere. The city, wwith it medieval streets, waterways, extensive range of shopping facilities, wealth of music and other cultural events, is a place to be treasured. The center of the city is closed to traffic and conveniently compact enough fo you to ramble around comfortably. Galway's numerous annual festivals and celebration - such as the Galway Arts Festival, the Falway Races and the Oyster Festival - are famous throughout Ireland and beyond.

Anyone who knows the song 'Galway Bay' will be familiar with the Claddagh, previously a fishing village of thatched cottages, and now an area just outside the city center. This is the birthplace of the world famous Claddagh ring (a crowned heart clasped by two hands), a souvenir many bring home, just to keep a little piece of Galway with them always.

Courses

This List of courses is subject to minor changes. The availability of courses is based on student interest and enrollment. Students may enroll in a maximum of 6 credits during the 5-week session. Detailed course descriptions, including course prerequisites, are on the USAC website at usac.unr.edu

Types of Accommodation

Students are accommodated in single or double occupancy rooms in Corrib Village - a modern student complex of attractive apartments located just 10 minutes walk from the university in an attractive cillage setting. Each apartment has 3 or 4 bedrooms with shared kitchen/dining area and bathrooms. All rooms have direct dial telephones which can be activated by paying a deposit upon arrival. Amenities include a cafe, laudry facilities, tennis courts and organized activites. double occupancy accommodation is included in the program fee. The surcharge for a single room is $300.

Summer Program Cost (For 2008) - $4,180
Summer Program Cost (For 2009) - $4, 580

This includes:

• tuition and fees
• housing in Corrib Village
• pre-departure information
• orientation in Galway
• student health insurance
• certain social events and field trips

Loyola Fees - $500

Aid Transfer - see Rebecca Vrba (rvrba@luc.edu)