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TEchnological University Dublin

Exchange Program

Program Description

Program Dates and Deadlines:
Term	Nomination DeadlineÌý	Application Deadline	Program Dates
Fall, Spring, or Academic Year	Fall/Full Year: April 30 Spring: November 1st	Fall/Full Year: May 14th Spring: November 15th	Fall: mid September - mid December Spring: Late January - mid May

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Education Abroad Advisor:Ìý

Steph Pack, Coordinator Phone number: 561-297-4827 Email: spack2014@fau.eduÌýÌý Schedule an appointment: Ìý

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Travel Documentation

Important notice! Passport processing times have changed. Review up-to-date details .

Routine processing times can take 10-13 weeks, and expedited applications in 7-9 weeks. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.Ìý

A valid passport is required for all international travel. If you are traveling anywhere abroad, you need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.

Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling. Ìý

If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit

The TUD Aungier Street campus is located in the heart of Dublin. Students can enjoy multiple study spaces in the campus building and use facilities such as the library, student cafe, and courtyard in between courses. Dublin is located on the east coast of Ireland and is a hub for culture and community. Many places within Ireland are within a train ride or driving distance from Dublin.Ìý

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TUD provides resources for students to find housing in Dublin: Ìý
Here is a guide on commuting to Aungier street campus from student accomodation and recommended neighborhoods: Ìý

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Funding opportunitiesÌý

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budgetary items

These are items to consider to budget for your study abroad program:Ìý

¹ú²úÂ×Àí Tuition:Ìý

¹ú²úÂ×Àí Tuition Calculator - please use the tuition calculator to determine tuitionÌý

Housing:Ìý

Rent approx. €895 per month

*exchange rates will vary

Public Transport:

All students should get a  to save money on public transport, as fare capping (19-23 years) will bring big savings, with a daily cap of €2.80 and a weekly cap of €11 for travel across the network.

Out of pocket expenses:

• $200 administrative fee due at time of application
• International flight
• Personal spending
• (visa fee and pre-paid postage)
• International health insurance

Health, Safety and Travel Documentation

All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and virtual linkÌý the semester before your program.Ìý

1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.Ìý

International Health and Travel Insurance

All ¹ú²úÂ×Àí students participating on an exchange program will need to register in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. You can view the policy here.Ìý

Resources

• U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory – Country Information:
• CDC:
• ¹ú²úÂ×Àí SHS: ¹ú²úÂ×Àí - Health Advisory
• WHO:
• Access to vaccine: ¹ú²úÂ×Àí - COVID-19 Vaccine Information
• Benefits of being fully vaccinated prior to departure for your study abroad program:

1. Reduced risk of denied entry if a country requires vaccination for entry
2. Reduced risk of having to get vaccinated abroad if it becomes mandatory in the country of study
3. Reduced risk of denied acceptance to one of our foreign universities
4. Reduced risk of denied acceptance into campus housing or host accommodations abroad
5. Reduced risk of spreading COVID-19 and its variants to other parts of the world, including the communities where we have programs
6. Reduced risk of contracting COVID-19 while abroad, which could lead to missed classes and excursions,Ìýmandatory quarantine or isolation, and other disruptions to the program
7. Increases student access to local events, services, and travel while abroad
8. Provides more flexibility in planning study abroad extracurricular activities, including excursions
9. The WHO and U.S. CDC agree that the vaccine helps reduce the risk of serious illness and helps prevent the spread of COVID-19
10. Alongside our other prevention measures, the vaccine significantly increases protection for ¹ú²úÂ×Àí faculty, staff, students, and international partners

Regarding increased access because of being vaccinated, please be aware that businesses and services may legally restrict access to exclude unvaccinated individuals. Local ordinances may allow the same. In such cases, ¹ú²úÂ×Àí won’t be able to intervene or advocate on your behalf.