I've always wanted to visit Ireland, and Dublin seemed like a cool city. UCD was the university my home school sends business students to, so it was a natural choice. My best experience was visiting the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland. Both times I went, I was blown away by the beauty.

My advice: Make friends outside of your program and travel around Ireland—it’s an incredibly beautiful country!

I chose Ireland for its safety, ease of communication in English, and the diverse student environment. UCD is ranked one of the best universities in Ireland, offering a quiet campus with everything you need, perfect for focusing on studies. Visiting the Cliffs of Moher was my most memorable experience—it’s truly one of the most beautiful sights on the planet.

A top tip would be to bring a windbreaker jacket, as it can get windy, and make sure to get a leap card for transportation right away.

I was drawn to Ireland because of the great outdoor activities, the friendly people, and of course, the pub culture. The campus and the interesting classes at UCD were what made me choose it. My favorite experience was going to Gaelic Football games with my friends from orientation week.

My advice: Give yourself grace when adjusting to a new environment. It’s okay if things don’t click right away.

I chose Ireland because I wanted to explore an island with a gorgeous natural landscape. UCD was a good fit for me because it offered a great business school with opportunities to meet local students. My best experience was visiting Sligo, where I met some of the nicest people and had engaging conversations at a pub.

My advice: Enjoy every second, but also take time to relax and rest. You don’t have to constantly be on the go!

I chose Ireland because it’s an English-speaking country with easy access to nature, and UCD, home to a good business school, offered the options I needed, including supply chain management and sustainability.

Top tip: Join a society! Looking back, I wish I had gotten more involved and made more time to join one  As a visiting student, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of traveling. But getting involved in a society at UCD will help you form lifelong friendships and create a truly unique experience

Ireland had been on my bucket list for years, so when the opportunity came, I couldn't miss it. I was drawn to UCD after hearing about it from my home university, and the campus did not disappoint. My best experience was visiting Galway and EPIC. 

My advice: Pack light and take every chance to explore Ireland - It's an amazing country!