Guide · updated September 2026
Cheapest Universities in Ireland
We compared 17 universities in Ireland — typical tuition is ₹5.3 L a year.
Universities17
Typical tuition₹5.3 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹1.9 L – ₹15.49 Llowest course fee
Cities10
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 17 — Cheapest Universities in Ireland
Ordered by lowest published tuition.
Atlantic Technological University- Donegal, Killybegs
Letterkenny, Ireland
from ₹15.49 L/yrTuition
2Courses
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National College of Ireland | Dublin, Leinster | — | ₹1.9 L | — |
| Dundalk Institute of Technology | Dundalk, Ireland | — | ₹2.1 L | 1 |
| Cork Institute of Technology | Cork, Ireland | — | ₹2.55 L | — |
| Dublin Business School | Dublin, Leinster | — | ₹2.77 L | — |
| Griffith College | Dublin, Leinster | — | ₹3.4 L | — |
| University of Limerick | Limerick, Ireland | — | ₹4.02 L | 1 |
| IBAT College Dublin | Dublin, Ireland | — | ₹5 L | — |
| Technological University Dublin | Dublin, Ireland | — | ₹5.02 L | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best cheapest universities in Ireland?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are National College of Ireland, Dundalk Institute of Technology, Cork Institute of Technology, Dublin Business School, Griffith College. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Ireland?
Across 17 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹5.3 L a year, ranging from ₹1.9 L to ₹15.49 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Ireland?
National College of Ireland has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹1.9 L a year.
How many universities are covered?
17 universities match this guide; the top 17 are shown.
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