Dublin City University : Acceptance Rate, Employability Rate, Courses, Rankings, Fees and more
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1975
Founded
421
QS Ranking
20%
Acceptance Rate
  • Employability Rate

    96%

  • Upcoming Intake

    Sep 2025

  • Tution Fee

    Starts from 15,000 EUR

  • English Requirement

    IELTS, TOEFL

Highlights

Overview
Accommodation
Library
Sports
Student Life

Dublin City University was created in 1975 as the National Institute of Higher Education, enrolling its first students in 1980. In 1989 it became a university by statute and adopted its current name, and in 2016 it incorporated four other institutions in Dublin. Today it has more than 18,000 students, and more than 20% are international students.

It has been ranked in the top 4% of universities worldwide and is the only University on the island of Ireland to be featured in the QS Top 50 under 50. Dublin City University has also been placed 86th among the top one hundred young universities in the Times Higher Education 100 under 50. 

The Student Union offers students access to clubs, societies, advice and support services, a student bar, and more. Students can also find a campus medical centre, counselling services, and fitness equipment.

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Campuses

Dublin

Dublin is known as a student city due to the high population of young people, global work opportunities and infamous pub culture. There are more than 700 pubs in the town, with live music and local beers a mainstay of Dublin's nightlife. Reports show Dublin has the highest quality of life out of any Irish city, and when you see the plethora of art galleries, museums, green spaces and the friendliness of locals, it is easy to see why.

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Ranking

  • QS

    by QS

    421

  • THE

    by THE

    401–500

FAQs

Dublin City University has an estimated total student population of over 18,000.

DCU offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs across its faculties of Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Health, Engineering and Computing, and DCU Business School.

Dublin City University offers students a vast range of facilities, including libraries, sports facilities, a student union, IT facilities, food and drink options, health and wellbeing services, and career services.

Dublin City University offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities for international students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, financial need, and other criteria. Some scholarships available to international students include the International Student Scholarships, DCU Business School Scholarships, DCU Language Services Scholarships, Government of Ireland Scholarships, and External Scholarships.

These scholarships can cover tuition fees, living expenses, and other costs associated with university studies. International students are encouraged to check the DCU website or contact the International Office for further information.

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