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Location
Galway, Republic of Ireland
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When
Fall, Spring, and Year
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Cead Mile Failte! We’re excited that you’re preparing to study abroad on an IFSA-Butler program and have chosen the NUI, Galway as your destination. We’re sure you’re going to love studying there!
What NUI Galway has to offer
• Proud preservation of the Irish language and many Irish cultural courses
• A friendly and flexible environment
• An active Student Union that sponsors more than 50 social and cultural clubs and societies
• More than 30 sports clubs and teams on campus, including playing fields and sports facilities
• An on-campus medical center, restaurant and bookstore
• Quick access to the Galway city center and all of its music, pubs and restaurants
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Application Deadline
Spring: October 1
Fall: April 15
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Host University
National University of Ireland, Galway
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IFSA-Butler Services
Academics
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Tuition
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Full academic advising and course selection/approval assistance
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Butler University transcript for easy credit transfer
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Academic records maintenance
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Grade and credit query assistance
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Housing
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Housing is with degree students and other IFSA-Butler students in modern student apartments within walking distance of the campus
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Housing has kitchens available for student use
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Students purchase or prepare their own meals
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Predeparture support services
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Personalized advising with your IFSA-Butler program advisor
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Welcome packet, Preparing to Study Abroad guide, Financing Study Abroad guide, and newsletter updates
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Parental support including Preparing to Study Abroad guide and Financing Study Abroad guide
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Assistance in accommodating students with disabilities
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Financial aid assistance and transfers
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Travel and student visa assistance
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On-site services
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Full-time IFSA-Butler staff abroad for assistance and support
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4- to 10-day orientation programs (including transportation, accommodation, activities, student handbook and welcome materials, and most meals)
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Transportation to host university accommodation following orientation
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New student orientation at host university
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Newsletter updates throughout the semester
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IFSA-Butler welcome meal
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Excursions and activities
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Mid-semester weekend excursions and adventure trips
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Cultural activities and social events
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Day trips and sightseeing tours
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Health services and emergency assistance
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Full medical insurance plan for all students
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24-hour emergency assistance and support from on-site IFSA-Butler staff
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Access to local medical facilities
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Finances
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Numerous scholarships available
Any student applying to an IFSA-Butler program can apply for our general scholarship awards, which are $500 for a summer program, $1,500 for semester study, and $2,000 for the full year. We also offer special opportunities such as First Generation College Student scholarships and a Fill the GAP study abroad savings program that matches contributions up to $1,000. Click here (http://www.ifsa-butler.org/scholarships.html) for more information about our scholarship opportunities.
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Monthly payment plan available
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Ability to pay by credit card
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Support for U.S. university direct billing arrangements
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What's next?
For more information or to contact this program's advisor, click here.
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