University College Galway , our base for most of the program, was founded in 1849. It is one of the constituent colleges of NUI, the National University of Ireland. The campus is located on the banks of the River Corrib, about ten minutes walk from city center. After the initial orientation tour, students will live with Irish families, two students with each family. Breakfast is provided daily.
All housing is within an easy walk of campus and downtown.
Over the years, many of our students have formed strong and continuing relationships with their host families. At the completion of course work, students are free for a week of independent travel before returning home. Housing is not provided during this period. The fee does not include the Aer Lingus round-trip ticket, insurance, personal expenses or optional travel. Villanova will designate a travel agent to handle all air ticket arrangements for the Program.