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Maynooth University

Maynooth

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Ireland
Founded in 1795, Maynooth University is the oldest university in Ireland and one of the most prestigious institutions in the region. It is renowned for its high-quality programs in humanities, social sciences, and sciences, as well as its outstanding pastoral care for its students. What sets it apart from other regional universities is the range of world-leading research activities across most of its disciplines, and its modern and innovative teaching methods.

Overall Score: 

44.43

We grade on a curve: 

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

maynooth university for international students

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

13500

Total Years to Degree

3

Total Tuition Cost ($)

40500

Location

Maynooth, a small university town in County Kildare, Ireland, has a population of over 16,000 people. Located close to Dublin, this bustling city is well-connected to major transportation hubs and does not have its own major airport. Yet, it still offers plenty of activities and amenities for visitors, including the beautiful Maynooth Castle which is free to explore.

Overall Scores

Academics

52.93

Happiness

61.87

Costs

18.5

Overall Grade

44.43

1. Academics

Rank:

450

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

28.5

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better). 

Number of English Taught Programs:

44

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take. 

Total Academic Score:

52.93

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

62.2

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

15

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

100

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad? 

Total Happiness Score:

61.87

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

10.9

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living. 

Rent Index Percentile:

7.2

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

40500

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

18.5

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

44.43

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

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