Classroom to College

Some applicants have been offered preferred courses after initially losing out on random selection

For those considering further and higher education, the expo has information that could shape the path ahead

Remaining focused on CAO points means overlooking ‘wonderful’ alternatives such as apprenticeships and tertiary degrees

Whether you choose a PLC, an apprenticeship or the straight-to-college route, there’s more than one way to take the next step

Those who have received an offer today will have until Wednesday, September 10th at 3pm to accept it

Heading to college is a big step, and while most of the young adults preparing to fly the nest will be excited at the prospect of independence, parents might have some concerns about what this will mean

Students have passed their exams, but Government has failed to act on housing them

‘Flying the nest is the natural next step ... we weren’t going to be all maudlin and upset around them’

You can have your own reason for doing what you’re doing - just know what it is

While studying in Ireland has its appeals, going abroad offers the experience of a different culture or language and fees are often lower

Irish students are entitled to study at any university in the EU under the same conditions as nationals

An education expert says: There is no rush - she has until the end of June to finalise her choices in most cases

One Galway student has dropped out due to expense; a Trinity student says she ‘broke down crying’

Planning permission granted as far back as 2018 for 2,853 units in UCD, DCU and Trinity

The period between Leaving Cert results and the first week of college goes by in an instant

Estate agents are taking more calls from the South as number of students heading north rises in search of lower cost of living

Updates are causing division and concern among educators - but what can students and parents expect in the classroom?

Tips on how to budget as a student and make the most of deals, offers and discounts at college

Entry points tend not to drop for very high-demand courses, but there are alternative pathways

‘Nobody’s future should be decided by a lottery,’ says student

If you want to accept a round one offer and haven’t done so yet, make sure you do in the next few days

We answered a variety of questions as grade deflation kicked in for the 2025 Leaving Cert class

Random selection for some courses applies again, but some universities have increased places to try to meet demand

There are many sources of support that can lessen your chance of dropping out

The early school-leaver is now pursuing a full time undergraduate degree in history

Whether you want to accept or defer, take time to think clearly and do your research before you act

The dates for third level education next steps after Leaving Cert results day

How to maximise chances of finding a student place to live and figuring out costs

All you need to know about taking an alternative route into higher education

My college offer came while I was sitting in the back of my family’s car, and I screamed so loud that I almost caused a collision

Most universities on the Continent pay little heed to points a student has accrued in the Leaving Cert

Even if the international experiences don’t tempt you, the cheaper tuition fees and sunshine just might

A pathway for applicants of all ages and backgrounds to achieve the degree of their dreams

All UCD programmes surpass 400 points, while more than 89,000 lodge CAO applications this year

Societies are a great source of community which is important when coping with the big changes of being away from home

There’s a big rise in school leavers choosing Further Education and Training courses and apprenticeships as a first destination after the Leaving Cert

Students across the country are set for another nail-biting day as they gear up for the first round of CAO offers, which will be released from 2pm tomorrow

‘The message to learners is that it’s never too late to learn ... we should all rethink what success looks like’

From apprenticeships to national tertiary degrees and work experience, here’s a quick guide to the many available routes outside CAO

Starting fast and traditionally is not for everyone; Lee O’Connor is one such late developer