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CAO College Choices 2026

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<p>Majella Galvin: "Don't compare accommodation on rent alone. Look at the total cost, contract, location, bills, length of stay and the type of living environment."</p>

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My daughter is going to UCC — Which type of accommodation offers the best value for money

High rents, travel time, housemates... all things to consider when picking somewhere to live while going to college

<p>If you have received an offer of a college place after round one, then you should accept it, even if it is not your first preference. It won't stop you from being offered a high preference course later on, if a place becomes available in later rounds. Photo: iStock</p>

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CAO 2026: Making a calm assessment of your offers

<p>Fiachra Crowley in his Kenmare gallery.</p>

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'It wasn't remotely on my radar': From considering a criminology degree to becoming a ceramic artist

Learning and Studying from Home: a Diligent College Student Attending an Online Course by Using his Laptop Computer

CAO 2026: Life skills key to preparing for college

Diverse College Students Walking on Campus

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Students hedging their bets with college courses offering multiple career pathways

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Dos and Don’ts for your CAO 2026 applications

Students savings

CAO 2026: A detailed plan is key to managing college costs

Managing finances is a critical skill that students need to thrive in college, says Michelle O’Hara of MABS

Thu, 15 Jan, 2026

HEAR and DARE focused on access opportunities for all students

HEAR and DARE focused on access opportunities for all students

CAO 2026: Important changes to access programmes aim to encourage more disadvantaged young people to attend higher education

Thu, 15 Jan, 2026

College Student Has Individual Tuition From Teacher In Library

Navigating college in increasingly autism-friendly Ireland

DCU, NCI, ATU Sligo, IT Dundalk and RCSI have taken a lead with autism-friendly student supports, with more colleges in the pipeline

Thu, 15 Jan, 2026

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CAO Choices 2026: Alternative routes to consider

Students who are not offered a place on their preferred CAO course should not panic; there are plenty of alternative paths towards rewarding careers

Thu, 15 Jan, 2026

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Happiness lies in following a path that aligns with your passions and values

Choosing or changing your career path can be daunting, but help is at hand. Rita de Brún speaks with a range of expert advisors

Mon, 22 Dec, 2025