Study at St. Mary’s University College

The school was officially established in 1985 but traces its roots back to 1900. It is now home to 1,300 students.

Belfast is the seat of the government of Northern Ireland and the location where the Titanic was build. The medieval ruins and hills nearby are thought to be the inspiration for Gulliver’s Travels.

Program Highlights

  • When you're not locked in town, get out and hike, bike, or ride through the Belfast Hills.
  • Click here for a slideshow of photos from other University of Mississippi students studying abroad in Northern Ireland.
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St. Mary's University College
City of Belfast
Language of Instruction
English
Term
Spring semester at St. Mary’s begins in January and ends in April. Fall semester runs September through December.
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Housing
Students pay St. Mary’s directly for housing. Options available include on-campus residence halls (approximately $350 per month).
Meals
There is no meal plan option available at St. Mary’s, but the campus dining room serves hot and cold meals at lunch.
Visa Information
A visa is not required for semester study in Northern Ireland. More information about visa requirements can be found at the Embassy of the United Kingdom website.
Eligibility
18 years old, minimum 2.75 GPA, and good academic and disciplinary standing at UM. Junior or senior standing recommended.
Program type
TUITION-ONLY Exchange
Cost
Student fees are based on the cost of tuition at the University of Mississippi plus Study Abroad Fees. For the Fall 2007 semester, Mississippi residents were charged $3716 and non-residents were charged $6968. Please check the exchange information page for more information about what is included in a TUITION-ONLY Exchange.
Application
To apply for a semester or year at Sophia University students must complete the following two applications:
Contact
Maury Breazeale
maury@olemiss.edu
662-915-1508
359 Martindale Student Services Center