Trinity College Dublin

Oldest Harp in Ireland
Oldest Harp in Ireland
The University of Florida’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences offers students the opportunity to study at Trinity College Dublin. As Ireland’s university on the world stage, Trinity is recognized for academic excellence and a transformative student experience. The historic campus is located in the heart of Dublin city center, Trinity is Ireland’s highest ranked university according to the 2019 QS World University Ranking. It is home to 17,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students from 122 countries. With a tradition of scholarship spanning more than four centuries, Trinity is a diverse, interdisciplinary, inclusive environment which nurtures ground-breaking research, innovation, and creativity through engaging with issues of global significance.

“Life at Trinity College,” Ashley Huebner in The Global Gator, October 5, 2024
“The Great Irish Road Trip,” Ashley Huebner in The Global Gator, September 11, 2024
“One down, one to go: A reflection on my time in Dublin,” Mai-Ly Thompson in The Global Gator, February 2, 2023
“The RDS: a lesson in layers,” Mai-Ly Thompson in The Global Gator, December 18, 2022
“First Month in Review,” Keil Lapore in The Global Gator, September 30, 2022
“Blarney Castle Done Right,” Lauren Marimon in The Global Gator, January 25, 2022
“ Seven Hours or Two Days? Can Anyone Really Know?,” Mikayla Martin in The Global Gator, September 10, 2021
“ Huh, so that’s where the eggs are . . . (A.K.A My two hour tour of a TescoExpress.),” Mikayla Martin in The Global Gator, September 8, 2021





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Requirements/Eligibility

Associate Dean Brian Harfe dines with UF students in Dublin, Ireland.
Associate Dean Brian Harfe dines with UF students in Dublin, Ireland.
  • Open to all UF majors (Science majors, including pre-medical/dental/vet students, are encouraged to apply).
  • Required GPA: 3.0
  • Students must have completed 12 hours of coursework at the University of Florida.
  • One letter of recommendation (Can be from anyone who knows you well- no family members)
  • Official Transcript
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Meet with Dr. Brian Harfe, CLAS Associate Dean

Credits/Courses

Courses available at Trinity. Course equivalents are possible by contacting Dr. Brian Harfe in the CLAS Deans Office.

Tuition

Tuition at the host school is waived for exchange students. Students participating in an exchange pay tuition directly to the University of Florida at their usual tuition rate. All financial aid, scholarships, and fellowships are applicable. Students incur no additional tuition cost while they are on an exchange.

Housing

Study Abroad and visiting students can access limited on-campus housing as well as purpose-built student accommodation in Dublin’s city center.

Financial Aid

University of Florida students needing financial aid should apply through UF Student Financial Affairs. Normal eligibility for aid may be used while studying abroad as an exchange student. This includes using the Bright Futures scholarship and the Florida Pre-Paid College Plan.

Scholarships

For fall, spring, and academic-year scholarships administered by the University of Florida International Center, the deadlines for application are: early March for programs starting in fall; and early October for programs starting in spring. Applications forms are available on the UF International Center website.

– The Brian and Kate Harfe International Exchange Scholarship: Please note that preference will be given to students spending an entire year abroad.

Health Insurance

Students will be billed for mandatory international health insurance which includes emergency medical assistance.

Fees

A $425 non-refundable service charge is assessed for students participating in single semester or Academic Year programs. (The $425 fee is refundable if student is not accepted to the program). This charge is due within 21 days of the application. Students will be charged regular UF tuition while participating in the program.

Application Deadlines

See the application deadline and dates on the International Center website.

Contact Information

UFIC Study Abroad Advisor
Emma Frierson (she/her)
Study Abroad Advisor
efrierson@ufic.ufl.edu
352-273-1508

UF Faculty Manager
Dr. Brian Harfe
bharfe@ufl.edu
(352) 294-1955

Additional Information

Trinity College Dublin Study Abroad Guide
Trinity College Dublin UF Exchange Flyer
CNN’s “Quest’s World of Wonder” on why you should visit Dublin

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