Quick Summary
Public in Limerick, Ireland — University of Limerick, est. 1972. Ranked #421 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 18500 students including 15% from outside Ireland. Known for strengths in Education, Engineering - Mechanical, Nursing, it maintains an acceptance rate of 70%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The university boasts the highest graduate employability rate in Ireland and a unique work-placement integrated curriculum.
Subject Strengths
EducationEngineering - MechanicalNursingSports-related subjectsBusiness & Management
Founded1972
TypePublic
Total Students18500
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio18:1
CampusSuburban
Campus Size340 acres
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Hospital Limerick
AccreditationAACSB, AMBA, EQUIS (Kemmy Business School), Engineers Ireland, Teaching Council of Ireland
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#421
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, PhD, Continuing Professional Development
Programs
Structured PhD in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Graduate Entry Medicine, PhD in Science and Engineering
PhD Programs
Online Master of Arts in Technical Communication and Instructional Design, Online Professional Diploma in Data Analytics
Online Programs
Bernal Institute, Lero (The Irish Software Research Centre), Health Research Institute (HRI), Nexus Innovation Centre
Research Centers
High
Research Output
AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS (Kemmy Business School), Engineers Ireland, Teaching Council of Ireland
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate70%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMAT550
SAT1200
ACT25
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Emphasize previous work experience for postgraduate applications and demonstrate interest in the Cooperative Education placement program.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€15,600/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€11,500/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€16,900/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$55
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€27,150/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,700
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, PhD, Continuing Professional Development programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Aeronautical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Studies | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Physiotherapy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$52,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExtremely High (Mandatory Cooperative Education program)
Industry Connections
IntelDellJohnson & JohnsonStrykerAnalog Devices
Notable Alumni
Niamh Briggs, Pat Cox, Paul O'Connell, Bridget Rosewell
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Arena, 50m Olympic Pool, National Strength and Conditioning Centre
Student Clubs
Over 70 Student Societies and Sports Clubs
Library Resources
Glucksman Library (one of the most digitally advanced in the world)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, International Student Exchange Program (ISEP)
Summer Programs
UL International Summer School