- Overview
- Location and Housing
- Academics
- Pricing and Dates
- Program Staff
- Application Instructions
- Additional Information
NOTE: Trinity College Dublin requires students to have completed four semesters of college level courses (in number of terms, not academic credits) to participate in this program.
Consistently ranked as the top university in Ireland, a semester or academic year at Trinity College Dublin will give you the opportunity to study a wide range of subjects, including courses in the liberal arts, natural sciences, and humanities. You'll live like a Dubliner, taking your courses with Irish and other international students, living in university housing, and having access to all of the clubs, college societies, and amenities as any other Trinity College Dublin student.
When you're not in class, you'll have the chance to explore Ireland's bustling capital, join college societies and sports teams, and truly immerse yourself in the culture. A semester or year at Trinity College Dublin gives you the academic flexibility to take the courses that you need while truly immersing yourself in Irish life.
Check out the Fact Sheet below to view Trinity College's Study Abroad Guide for international students.

As an active and engaged participant on this program, you will have the opportunity to develop:
- the ability to succeed independently in a foreign education environment.
- non-US based perspectives on your field of study and/or future career path.
- a global network of peer in similar fields of study and connections with faculty in the Ireland.
international@tcd.ie
The Global Relations Office, East Theatre
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin 2
+353 (0)1 896 4507
Trinity offers accommodation for study abroad students in modern, purpose-built student accommodation close to Trinity, offering ensuite rooms, common rooms, a gym, laundry facilities as well as regular student social events. More information about the accommodation application process will be sent by the Study Abroad Team after admittance to Trinity.
During your semester or academic year at Trinity College Dublin, you'll have the opportunity to take almost any course offered on campus. While there are some limitations (notably English literature and theatre), the broad range of classes available means that you'll be able to take care of major, minor, certificate, and general education requirements!
You'll work with the Study Abroad Office and your academic advisor to identify courses (known as 'modules' at TCD) that you are interested in taking, along with one or two back-ups for each. Note courses taken at TCD will be treated as Pitt credits and will be marked as letter grades on a Pitt student's transcript. In other words, credits will affect Pitt GPAs. For every 5 ECTS credits taken at TCD, you will receive 3 Pitt credits. For example, 25 ECTS credits at TCD will transfer as 15 Pitt credits.
Additionally, it is important to know is that grading and exams work much differently at Trinity than they do at Pitt. Trinity has published a good guide for international students that you should read and understand before moving forward with the program.
You'll want to be sure to pick and approve multiple courses for each requirement that you need to fulfill. You can get these pre-approved by your advisor. Scheduling at TCD works differently than Pitt and there is a greater chance that there will be time conflicts.
Some departments already have pre-approved courses at Trinity. You are not limited to just these courses. You'll find the pre-approved courses below:
Trinity Module |
Pitt Equivalent |
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Introduction to Neuroscience |
NROSCI 1000 |
Neuroanatomy |
NROSCI 1011 |
Biochemistry in Health and Diseas |
BIOSC 1000* |
Nucleic Acids |
NROSCI Advanced Elective |
Basic Lab Skills |
NROSCI 1049 |
Neurochemistry I |
NROSCI Advanced Elective |
Research Skills |
NROSCI 1049 |
Neurogenetics |
NROSCI Advanced Elective |
Cell Physiology |
NROSCI 1017 |
Neurophysiology |
NROSCI 1012 |
General Principles of Pharmacology |
NROSCI Advanced Elective |
Developmental Biology |
NROSCI Advanced Elective |
*If you are a biology major, you should confirm if this course can count towards that major/minor.
Students who are on a pre-health track cannot take any courses required for their qualifying exams (MCATS, etc.) overseas.
If you choose to go for the fall or academic year, you'll also earn credit for the Semester Start-Up Programme. This three-week program is meant to give you an introduction to Irish culture and history. A condensed, non-credit, one-week option is available if you are studying abroad in the spring. Learn more here.
Below you will see a list of course topics that students have taken at Trinity College Dublin in the past. You are not limited to just these areas, so also be sure to look at the "Trinity Module Directory" below in order to view available courses and information on module enrollment at Trinity College.
Unlike Pitt, TCD’s grading scale assigns numerical values between 0 – 100, with 100 representing the highest grade achievable. It is important to understand that few students in the Irish system receive grades higher than 70.
Participation on this Partner Program means that Pitt students will earn actual letter grades, and therefore grades earned through this program will affect the Pitt GPA, and appear on the Pitt transcript.
Pitt will utilize the following grade scale to determine the letter grades:
Items Billed by Pitt |
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In-State | Out-of-State | |
Tuition | $9,880 | $17,982 |
Program Fee | $8,319 | $8,319 |
Study Abroad Fee | $400 | $400 |
Total Billed by Pitt | $18,599 | $26,701 |
- Tuition for up to 15 credits (5 modules) per semester
- Housing
- Full access to the services, clubs, and societies of Trinity College Dublin
- Semester Start Up Programme
- International Health Insurance
Remember that your lifestyle and spending choices can greatly affect the amount of money you'll need while abroad.
Estimated Additional Out-of-Pocket Costs |
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Travel Expenses: Airfare, Passport, Visa, Resident Permit | $2,000 | |
Food | $3,000 - 5,000 | |
Personal Expenses |
$1,000 - 5,000 |
Keep in mind that you are also responsible for the following:
- Deposit ($350, to be credited to your PittPay account)
- Books ($100-$300 per semester)
Pitt students enroll at TCD for either a full semester (fall or spring) or a full academic year (two full semesters). TCD's academic calendars may differ from Pitt's normal fall (August through December) and spring (January through April) semesters, so Pitt students should check the academic calendar at the exchange university. Like Pitt, TCD’s academic calendar follows a Fall-Spring progression, meaning Fall is the first semester followed by the Spring semester as the second. The dates listed above are estimated and therefore subject to change according to the host university’s schedule.
Bryan Schultz

Greetings! I am the Director of International Progarms at the College of Business. I've been at Pitt since 2011 and during this time served in the Study Abroad Office, Swanson School of Engineering, Frederick Honors College and the College of Business Administration. My portfolio of responsibilities includes expanding global and experiential opportunities for Pitt Honors students. Prior to joining Pitt my career focused on providing executive-level leadership and consulting to nonprofit organizations in Colorado and Washington DC.
I graduated from Kalamazoo College (MI) with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and earned a Master of Nonprofit Management degree from Regis University (CO). During my free tine I enjoy long backpacking trips, following Detroit-based professional sports, painting, going to concerts, and exploring new places - especially those overseas.
Schedule an appointment
Email me at bryan.schultz@pitt.edu to schedule an appointment.
NOTE: Trinity College Dublin requires students to have completed four semesters of college level courses (in number of terms, not academic credits) to participate in this program.
Pitt sends a limited number of students per semester to TCD. In addition to applying to the Pitt Study Abroad application above, be sure to review TCD's website regarding their application requirements for incoming exchange students. A formal nomination from Pitt Study Abroad is required for Pitt students to be recognized as a study abroad student at TCD. Therefore, Pitt students must complete all necessary Pitt Study Abroad steps in addition to TCD's requirements. In other words, acceptance by Pitt Study Abroad does not guarantee acceptance by the partner university.
The partner university may require the following to be submitted through an online application. Requirements may include but are not limited to the following:
- Application Form
- Copy of Valid Passport
- Official Pitt Transcript
- Official Pitt Verification of Enrollment
- Statement of Intent or Purpose
- Resume or CV
- Official Language Evaluation
- Up to 2 instructor letters of recommendations
- Up to 2 passport photos
Language Requirements: Non-native English speakers will be required to show evidence of English proficiency either through the IELTS or the TOEFL. Please check with TCD regarding these requirements.
Students studying abroad through Pitt Study Abroad are automatically provided health insurance coverage during the official program dates.
In order to study as a student in specific countries, a visa is required. A visa is formal endorsement by the host country to grant permission for an individual to enter, live or stay in that country for a specific purpose and period. In addition to a visa, some host countries may require a residency permit upon arrival.
As part of your study abroad program in Ireland, you may be required to apply for a student visa. Please be aware that Ireland visa processing times may be delayed due to ongoing impacts of the global pandemic. Obtaining a visa a solely your responsibility and is a very detailed process. You should be prepared to do the following:
- Begin your visa application process as soon as you receive the detailed instructions and guidance from your host institution or program manager
- Follow the instructions carefully, checking for mistakes
- Respond promptly to any requests for follow-up or additional information related to your visa application
- Check to ensure that your returned passport has the appropriate visa stamp prior to departing the U.S.
Failure to follow the visa instructions fully may result in additional cost beyond the visa application fee or visa denial.
For those without EU/EAA nationalities, students may be required to obtain a student visa to study in Ireland. For an overview regarding the visa process, please review TCD's website. TCD will provide general direction after formal admission on how to apply for either the visa and/or residency permit if applicable. Pitt students should also research the visa and/or permit process through the specified country consulate website. In general visa and/or permit application requirements include but are not limited to the following requirements:
- Visa application
- Valid Passport
- Verification of acceptance from sponsoring university (exchange university)
- Financial Documents, such as bank statements, tax documents or pay statements.
- Passport photos
- Application fee
- Medical/physical examination (likely to require a doctor's appointment so plan accordingly)