WHY CHOOSE MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY?
MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY RECEIVES ITS HIGHEST-EVER NUMBER OF CAO APPLICATIONS
Figures released after the CAO change of mind option closed on July 1st 2022 showed that Maynooth University received its highest-ever number of applications for admission in September 2022. Over 18,300 applicants applied to the university – an increase of 8% on 2021 figures.
The record number was in line with a general upward trend of applications to the University over recent years. First preference applications across all degree courses increased by 8% over July 2021 figures, demonstrating the ongoing popularity of Maynooth University for undergraduate studies. First preference applications grew substantially in Arts (by 14%), making it the most applied to degree across all of the CAO's courses for the last number of years. This reflects the popularity of Maynooth’s flexible curriculum in which students can choose to progressively specialise while pursuing a broad range of studies. Increases were also in evidence across Science (26%), Business (26%), Science education (22%), Media Studies (13%), and Computer Science (11%) illustrating that students are increasingly recognising Maynooth as a preferred option across a diverse range of subjects.
RANKED #1 IN IRELAND
MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY IN 2022 RANKED #1 IN IRELAND IN THE LATEST TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION (THE) BEST YOUNG UNIVERSITY RANKINGS
CAO FIRST PREFERENCE APPLICATIONS IN 2022
CAO MOST POPULAR 1ST CHOICE COURSE
The Maynooth Bachelor of Arts Degree MH101 has been among the most popular top preference CAO courses for a number of years, receiving most 1st preference applications.
OF MAYNOOOTH GRADUATES ARE IN EMPLOYMENT OR IN FURTHER STUDIES/TRAINING
From computer programmers to teachers, scientists to journalists, graduates from Maynooth University pursue a wide variety of careers.
2021 Graduate Outcomes Survey.
STUDENT ENROLMENT HAS SOARED FROM 4,000 IN 1997 TO MORE THAN 15,000 STUDENTS TODAY
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
GLOBALLY CONNECTED UNIVERSITY
MOST STUDENTS HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO STUDY ABROAD EITHER FOR A FULL ACADEMIC YEAR, GRADUATING WITH AN INTERNATIONAL DEGREE, OR FOR A SEMESTER
With over a third of academic staff coming from abroad and many of our own academics and graduates working internationally, we have built up a wealth of global connections.
DIVERSITY
> 17% OF NEW ENTRANTS TO OUR UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES ARE STUDENTS WITH A DISABILITY
> 6% OF NEW ENTRANTS ARE MATURE STUDENTS
> 11% OF STUDENTS ARE FROM A DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND
(These profiles can intersect)
CAMPUS ATMOSPHERE
Maynooth University is a place of lively contrasts – a modern institution, dynamic, rapidly-growing, research-led and engaged – yet grounded in historic academic strengths and scholarly traditions.
OF ALL STUDENTS HAVE INTERNATIONAL CITIZENSHIP
UNIQUE FLEXIBLE CURRICULUM
Our uniquely flexible curriculum, introduced in September 2016, offers students many opportunities to personalise their degree programme throughout their time with us.
Open Days Friday 25th November 2022 Saturday 26th November 2022
CAO Information Evening Wednesday 11th January 2023
Spring Open Day Saturday 22nd April 2023
Summer Open Day Saturday 24th June 2023
Information Day for School Principals Tuesday 12th September 2023 and Guidance Counsellors
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Schools’ Liaison We offer a range of in-person and virtual information events to our education partners.
Open Days Friday 25th November 2022 Saturday 26th November 2022
CAO Information Evening Wednesday 11th January 2023
Spring Open Day Saturday 22nd April 2023
Summer Open Day Saturday 24th June 2023
Information Day for School Principals and Guidance Counsellors Tuesday 12th September 2023
Campus Tours Contact admissions@mu.ie
Schools’ Liaison We offer a range of in-person and virtual information events to our education partners