Ireland
University of Limerick
Tuition fee
€15,000–€20,000
QS ranking
400
University ranking
Times Higher Education: top 350 worldwide
Public research university in Limerick, Ireland, founded in 1972 (university status in 1989), with ~19,000 students, strong global rankings and employability, and a modern riverside campus with extensive sports and student support facilities.
Academic programs
Tuition Fees (2025–26)
International tuition
Undergraduate (International)
approx. €18,000/year
Postgraduate (International)
approx. €16,000–€19,000/year depending on programme
PhD (International)
varies by research area, approx. €15,000–€20,000/year
Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities for international and domestic students, including university, government, and faculty schemes.
University of Limerick International Scholarships
Partial fee waivers
Government of Ireland Scholarships
For outstanding international students
Faculty-specific scholarships and awards
Awards and funding offered by faculties
External scholarships
From home countries or international bodies
Student Life & Campus
Modern, purpose-built campus with riverside views and green spaces
Extensive sports facilities, including Ireland’s National Student Sports Campus
Active International Student Office offering orientation, visa, and welfare support
Diverse student societies and clubs embracing multiculturalism
Accommodation options on and off campus, including halls and shared apartments
Located in Limerick city — vibrant, student-friendly environment with cultural events
Easy access to Dublin and other Irish cities by road and rail
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2024
Ranked among top 400 universities globally
Times Higher Education (THE)
Ranked in top 350 worldwide
Strong reputation for employability and research impact
General Information
City
Limerick, Ireland
Type
Public research university
Founded
1972 (as National Institute for Higher Education), university status in 1989
Students
~19,000 (majority undergraduate, including 3,000+ international students from over 110 countries)
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