Quick Summary
University College Cork, in Cork, Ireland, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1845. Ranked #273 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 24000 students including 17% from outside Ireland. Known for strengths in Nursing, Agriculture & Forestry, Pharmacy & Pharmacology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UCC is a world leader in sustainability, being the first in the world to receive the Green Flag. It offers a rich historical campus with top-tier research facilities.
Subject Strengths
NursingAgriculture & ForestryPharmacy & PharmacologyLawAnatomy & Physiology
Founded1845
TypePublic
Total Students24000
Intl Students17%
Faculty Ratio21
CampusUrban
Campus Size44 acres
Affiliated HospitalsCork University Hospital, Mercy University Hospital, South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital
AccreditationQuality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#273
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#301-350
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Continuing Professional Development, Online Learning
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Tyndall National Institute, APC Microbiome Ireland, MaREI (Energy, Climate, Marine), Environmental Research Institute (ERI)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATRequired for MBA and some business programs
SAT1200
ACT26
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 31 (International)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the personal statement to highlight independent thinking and alignment with UCC's sustainability goals. Apply early for high-demand programs like Medicine and Computer Science.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€16,500/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€13,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€18,000/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$55
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€29,550/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Continuing Professional Development, Online Learning programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Food Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Data Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Sustainability | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Nursing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$55,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with local multinational tech and pharma hubs
Industry Connections
PfizerDellEli LillyJohnson & JohnsonAmazon
Notable Alumni
George Boole, Cillian Murphy (Alumni), Graham Norton, Mary McAleese
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Mardyke Arena, multiple playing fields, climbing wall, swimming pool
Student Clubs
Over 100 student societies and 50 sports clubs
Library Resources
Boole Library (over 1 million items), specialized medical and law collections
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, International Student Exchange Program (ISEP)
Summer Programs
Available