Program dates: June 28 – July 23, 2027
- Departs
- June 28Monday, 2027
- Returns
- July 23Friday, 2027
- Class
- All-InclusiveAirfare to activities
The Program
25 Days. Four Irish Homes. One Unforgettable Summer.
The Irish Life Experience is an all-inclusive summer study-abroad program that immerses North American high schoolers in the culture, history, and warmth of Ireland.
Why Ireland
A Land That Stays With You
Our Irish Life Experience team has a deep affinity with Ireland, and we've crafted the ultimate itinerary to make each student's journey not only unique — but unforgettable.
Breathtaking landscapes and famously friendly, welcoming people leave everyone wanting to return for more craic. Over 25 days, students don't just visit Ireland — they live it.
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Trusted Experience
25
Days in Ireland
4
Irish Home Bases
7:1
Student-to-Staff Ratio
All-Inclusive
One Price, Everything Covered
From the moment you leave Logan Airport to the day you return home, the essentials are taken care of.
What's Included
- Round-trip flight from Logan Airport (BOS) to Ireland
- 24 nights of accommodations, with room and board
- Teachers, coordinators, and counselors throughout
- Full tuition for all classes and workshops
- All ground transportation in Ireland
- Featured tours, excursions, and admissions
Not Included
- International health insurance (proof of coverage required)
- Personal spending money ($500–$700 recommended)
- Souvenirs, snacks, and personal items
- Optional add-ons (amusement rides, concerts, movies)
- Credit-card processing fee ($140)
Tuition
Program Pricing
Apply and pay in full before January 1 to lock in the early rate. A $600 deposit secures your spot, with an additional $1,000 due by March 1.
Best Value
Apply & pay before Jan 1
$6,050
All-inclusive · airfare to activities
Apply after Jan 1
$6,550
All-inclusive · airfare to activities
A $140 credit-card processing fee applies. See the full application & payment details →
The Journey
Four Home Bases, One Summer
01
Waterford
Ireland's oldest city — your first home, a short walk from the city centre.
02
Dublin
The vibrant capital — Croke Park, museums, and cobbled streets.
03
Killarney
Inside Killarney National Park — gateway to Dingle and the Ring of Kerry.
04
Galway
The cultural heart of the west — and the Gaeltacht of the Aran Islands.
Waterford → Dublin → Killarney → Galway
Learn
A Real Curriculum, Brought to Life
Mornings of engaging classes and workshops, reinforced by afternoons exploring the very places the lessons describe.
Gaelic Language
Irish History
Irish-American History
Irish Literature
Irish Studies
Dance
Drama
Daily Rhythm
A Day in Your Summer
Mornings to learn. Afternoons to explore. Evenings to remember.
Morning
Classes
Gaelic, Irish History, Irish-American History, Literature, Irish Studies, Dance, or Drama — taught by teachers who know the country first-hand.
Workshops
Hands-On Culture
Every student completes at least three workshops — from hurling and Gaelic football to Celtic crafts, baking, and traditional music.
Afternoon
Tours & Excursions
Out into Ireland: castles and cliffs, museums and matches, ancient sites and seaside towns.
Evening
Free Time & Curfew
Dinner together, then free time with friends. Students are in their rooms by 10:45 PM, with lights out at 11:00 PM.