PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Ireland Programs will expose students to the rich culture of the Emerald Isle. The programs begin with a stay in Dublin, with excursions to sites such as the Aran Islands, Boyne Valley, Wicklow County and a longer visit to Galway. Visits to historical and literary sites, theatres and museums of Dublin and the surrounding area will complement class lectures. Students may earn up to three hours of college credit by combining this study abroad program with directed study activities preceding and/or following the travel portion of the course. There are two separate sessions of the Ireland Program. The Early Summer Session dates are May 15 to May 30, 2008. The Late Summer Session is scheduled for July 14 to July 29, 2008.

Please carefully read the Program Details for additional information pertinent to all CCSA programs.

ACCOMMODATIONS & MEALS

Participants in the Ireland Programs will reside in dormitories, budget accommodations and/or hotels. Accommodations are based primarily on double occupancy with occasional use of multi-bedded rooms; single rooms may be available at additional cost. Daily breakfasts and some additional meals will be provided.

PROGRAM COSTS

The cost of the Ireland Program is $4195 for the Early Summer Session and $4395 for the Late Summer Session. This includes health insurance, round-trip transportation from designated cities, accommodations, daily breakfast, a Dublin bus/city rail pass, program excursions, airport transfers and some additional meals.

For those arranging their own air transportation, the cost is $3395 for the Early Summer Session and $3595 for the Late Summer Session. These individuals must contact the central office before initiating travel arrangements (prior to the application deadline). Please note that for the Early Summer Session, group flights are scheduled to depart the U.S. on May 15 and will arrive in Dublin on May 16. The group will depart from Shannon on May 30 for return to the U.S. Please note that for the Late Summer Session, group flights are scheduled to depart the U.S. on July 14 and will arrive in Dublin on July 15. The group will depart from Shannon on July 29 for return to the U.S.

Most meals, other than breakfast, are at the participant’s own expense. A minimum of $600 should be budgeted for other meals, additional transportation, entrance fees and departure tax (if applicable). Participants should also budget additional funds for personal expenses such as souvenirs and independent travel, based upon their individual spending habits.

Please be aware that tuition is not included in the program costs stated above. Refer to the Registration/Tuition & Fees Link for additional information.

All costs are subject to change in the event of unanticipated increases in airfares, monetary exchange rates or other changes in program costs. In some cases, program items may be deleted in lieu of a price increase.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE & DEADLINES

Early Summer Session

A $200 deposit is due at the time of application. A first payment of $2000 (in addition to the $200 deposit) to cover costs of the airline ticket and deposits on arrangements in Ireland is due by the application deadline date, February 29, 2008. The final payment of $1995, plus single room costs (if applicable), is due by April 18, 2008. For those arranging their own air transportation to Dublin, the final payment will be $1195. Please familiarize yourself with the Cancellation Policy.

Late Summer Session

A $200 deposit is due at the time of application. A first payment of $2100 (in addition to the $200 deposit) to cover costs of the airline ticket and deposits on arrangements in Ireland is due by the application deadline date, February 29, 2008. The final payment of $2095, plus single room costs (if applicable), is due by April 18, 2008. For those arranging their own air transportation to Dublin, the final payment will be $1295. Please familiarize yourself with the Cancellation Policy.

GENERAL

Students are encouraged to apply well in advance of the February 29, 2008 deadline, as priority is given to early applicants. Applicants will receive course confirmation approximately two weeks after the application deadline.

Checks should be made payable to “CCSA.” Please consider your cancelled check as receipt for payment. Returned checks will incur a $20 penalty fee.

See what courses are offered this year:

Click on the Courses Link in the Program At A Glance to the left.