Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin

Trinity College Dublin, established in 1592, is considered one of the oldest institutions in Ireland. It has a diverse student population of over 18,000 from 122 countries, and offers a wide range of programs including undergraduate, postgraduate, short courses, and online programs. Trinity is renowned for its exceptional programs in Law, Literature and Humanities, health sciences, and STEM fields. The college has a competitive acceptance rate of 34%, and interested applicants can apply through the online portal with a fee of 55 EUR. Along with the application, students must submit their academic transcripts, IELTS/TOEFL scores, Letters of Recommendation, and a course-specific CV/resume. The campus spans across 51 acres and boasts impressive Georgian architecture, museums, art galleries, and theatres. Home to Ireland's most extensive library with over 6 million printed volumes, Trinity Library is a prominent feature of the college. It is also home to the Trinity Business School, Science Gallery, the Long Room Hub Institute for Arts and Humanities, The Lir Academy for Dramatic Art, the nanoscience research center (CRANN), and the Biomedical Sciences Institute. The annual tuition fee ranges from USD 28,000 to 56,000. To support students financially, the college offers various scholarships such as the Global Business Scholarship and the Postgraduate Research Scholarship. Additionally, students can avail 100% tuition fee waiver through the government of Ireland Scholarship. Accommodation options for students include The Trinity Hall, with a capacity of over 1,000 students, offering shared, single, and twin apartments. Other options include Kavanagh Court and Binary Hub. The average cost of rooms is USD 205 per week, and the annual cost of living can be up to USD 13,800. Trinity takes pride in its more than 170 societies and sports clubs, providing students with a diverse range of activities to engage in. From hockey, rowing, and investing to advocacy, animation, and zoology, students can choose from a variety of clubs based on their interests. With its location in Ireland's Silicon Valley, the college boasts an impressive 92% employment rate. Graduates from Trinity College have found employment opportunities in some of the world's leading companies, including Google, Facebook, Microsoft, PayPal, LinkedIn, Airbnb, and eBay.