Ireland is renowned for it excellent education system. Ireland has recently been classed as the 6th best country in the world for third level education.

The fees for a third level education in Ireland for a US citizen typically vary between €10,000 to €25,000 per year depending on the course and the college. This means one can receive a world class education at cheaper rates than comparable US universities .

American students who are studying in Ireland receive a number of substantial benefits on top of the above:

• The permission to study is granted in Ireland. This means that there is no wait time for processing immigration visas while you are outside of Ireland. In other countries, unexpected delays means you may still be waiting on a visa approval while the days tick towards the start of term. In Ireland, the process and the application is done in person so there is no stress and no delay.

• Applicants who study in Ireland are granted a 1-2 year permission to remain in Ireland after they complete their studies. This permission can be extended where suitable employment is found during this time. If one finds suitable employment, their residency will work towards their citizenship.

• Applicants who graduate from an Irish college will be subject to broader employment permit eligibility when looking for suitable employment. These relaxed requirements means that it makes an employment permit more realistic and possible for a new graduate.

• Applicants who are in Ireland on a study permission are entitled to work part time jobs while they study. This allows applicants to earn money and build a network while they complete their studies.

• The vast majority of Irish college run a Cooperative education program. What this entails is spending 1 semester working in a company related to your degree. This is an excellent opportunity to get real life experience, further your network and gives you access to an employer who may be interested in hiring you after your studies.

• Ireland has a number of favorable allowances and subsidies for all young people. For example, all travel for people under 25 is discounted up to 50% of the normal price. Train, bus and tram tickets are all reduced, among a large array of other discounted benefits.

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