Program Overview

Program Overview

The Ireland: Beautiful World: A Writers Journey in Ireland program is a hybrid program that combines two weeks of immersive travel in Ireland with flexible online learning prior to departure. Students will explore Ireland's remarkable transformation over the past fifty years through literature, history, and site visits connected to key moments of change.

Program Type and Academic Focus

The program type is OHIO Credit, with an academic focus on Humanities and Social Sciences. The program feature is Gen Ed.

Country/Region and Program Term

The country/region is Ireland, and the program term is Summer.

Application Deadline

The standard deadline for application is December 15, 2025.

Program Details

Overview

This program blends two weeks of immersive travel in Ireland with flexible online learning prior to departure. Students will examine how Ireland has grappled with colonialism, religious intolerance, and gender inequality while also embracing cultural renewal. Visits to Dublin and rural towns linked to celebrated writers bring these themes to life.

Good to Know

• Physical Activity: The program will require moderate to extensive walking and standing to participate in tours, museum visits, and general daily activities.

Living Arrangements

Students will be housed in shared hotel rooms and hostels during the program.

Program Dates

The program dates are May 17-31, 2026. Students will need to depart the US on May 16th to arrive in Dublin by May 18th.

Academics

Students will earn a total of 4 credits and choose one of the following courses:

• In the spring, students will select a 3 credit hour course from the options below:
  • ENG 2010 (Fiction & Nonfiction)
  • ENG 2020 (Poetry & Drama)
  • ENG 3350 (Irish Literature)
  • ENG 3070J (Research & Writing)
  • ENG 3610 (Fiction Workshop)
  • ENG 3960 (Advanced Fiction Workshop)
  • ENG 4600 (Senior Seminar)
  • ENG 4810 (CW Form & Theory)
• In the summer, students will take a 1 credit hour course:
  • ENG 3333 (Special Topics)

Cost

The total estimated cost for SUMMER 2026 is still being finalized. The estimated cost includes:

• Undergraduate: $7,503 + 3 Credits of Spring 2026 Athens-Campus Tuition/Fees + 1 Credit of Summer 2026 Athens-Campus Tuition/Fees
• Line Item:
  • SPRING 2026 Tuition: Based on individual Tuition Guarantee or Graduate Program of Study
  • SUMMER 2026 Tuition: Based on individual Tuition Guarantee or Graduate Program of Study
  • Program Fee: $4,683
  • Study Abroad Administrative Fee: $150
  • Estimated Out-of-Pocket Expenses:
    • Passport and Photos: $185
    • Airfare: $1,650
    • Meals: $675
    • ETIAS Processing Fee: $10
    • Required Cell phone: $100
    • Incidentals: $50

Eligibility

This program is open to all undergraduate Ohio University students with a sophomore, junior, or senior class standing who have successfully completed ENG 1510. The minimum GPA for admission consideration is 3.0. Students who will be on probation at any point during the program for a conduct offense that took place less than a calendar year from the program start date may not study abroad.

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit:

• A statement of purpose, no longer than 500 words
• A copy of their DARS or unofficial transcript
• The name and contact information of one reference An interview with the directors is required.

Entry and Exit Requirements

U.S. citizens are required to have a valid U.S. passport when traveling outside of the United States. U.S. citizens will not need a visa or other special document to enter the country for the length of this program.