Student Service Charge

The free undergraduate fee initiative was introduced in 1995/96 by the Minister of Education and Science.

Students are required to pay a student charge to cover cost of:

• Student Services
• Registration
• Examinations

Student Services costs include grants to the Students Union, clubs and societies, along with the costs of Careers & Opportunities, Student Support and Library services.

The level of the charge is €2,000 for Academic Year 2010/2011.

This fee is payable upon registration by all non-grant aided students. If a student is awarded a grant and presents a grant approval letter at registration, they do not have to pay this fee. Students who have applied for a grant are required to pay this fee if they don't subsequently receive grant approval.