The Republic of Ireland occupies most of the island of Ireland, which it shares with Northern Ireland. The country is well known for its colorful traditions, whimsical folklore, tasty food and drinks, eclectic musical history, and warm and welcoming people. With all its rich cultural traditions, you will never want to leave!
As Ireland's third-largest city, Limerick is alive with excitement and entertainment. At the heart of Ireland's Midwest region, Limerick offers a dynamic mix of modern city life and fascinating medieval treasures. Sports enthusiasts and music lovers will find endless entertainment in Limerick’s sporting events and pub scene, while history buffs will marvel at the city’s ancient churches and castles.
Ireland offers unique host organizations and is a great location for Service-Learning participants interested in learning more about a variety of areas, including community development, social work, and family and youth services. Whether participating in Service-Learning full-time or serving during your semester abroad, you’re sure to feel at home in Limerick’s welcoming community.
Housing Details
ISA Housing provides the opportunity for students to experience aspects of the Limerick lifestyle that are inaccessible to the average visitor of Ireland. With an open and adaptable mind, the experience of living in another culture can be highly rewarding.
Student Residence
Full-time service-learning summer students will be placed in off-campus student residences. Student residences are apartment-style, typically housing 3-6 students in each apartment. Student residences include a shared double bedroom, shared bathrooms, shared kitchen, and shared living room. Free, unlimited internet access is available in each bedroom, and laundry facilities are available in student residence complex. Meals are not included.
A $300 refundable security deposit will be charged if you are living in the student residence. ISA may retain some, or all, of this deposit in the case of damage to property or if utility usage exceeds the allotted monthly amount.
Homestay
Full-time service leaners during the spring and fall semester will live in a homestay. Each homestay has been carefully selected by our resident staff to accommodate participants' specific needs and to ensure a comfortable living situation. Most students will have their own bedroom. Meals and laundry service are typically not included with Limerick host families.
Independent Housing
You may opt to secure housing independently. If you select this option, you will receive a discount equal to the housing portion of the program price. By choosing to opt out of ISA housing, you are solely responsible for researching, reserving, and paying for all fees, deposits, and paying rent directly to the housing facility you choose.
Excursions & Cultural Activities
Excursions
Starting Summer 2024, full-time service-learning programs will include organized ISA excursions. Included excursions will depend on the length and dates of the program.
For participants enrolled in a Study + Service-Learning combo program, excursions are included in the program fee. Excursions include transportation, entrance fees, and guided tours as well as hotel accommodations and breakfast for all overnight excursions.
Cultural Activities
Cultural activities are included in all programs. The ISA resident staff develops unique cultural activities throughout your program to showcase what makes their city special. These custom-designed activities invite you to learn about the history and culture of your new surroundings. Cultural activities may include city tours, museum visits, sporting events, dance classes, cooking lessons, art and cultural festivals, and more.
Please visit the ISA website for a complete list of excursions and cultural activities in Limerick.
