Shape
Your Future
Carlow College, St. Patrick’s, is Ireland’s second oldest university-level institution. Founded in 1782, we have a distinguished history as a college of teaching and research in the Humanities.
Shape
Your Future
Carlow College, St. Patrick’s, is Ireland’s second oldest university-level institution. Founded in 1782, we have a distinguished history as a college of teaching and research in the Humanities.
Shape
Your Future
Carlow College, St. Patrick’s, is Ireland’s second oldest university-level institution. Founded in 1782, we have a distinguished history as a college of teaching and research in the Humanities.

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Welcome to Carlow College
Welcome to
Carlow College
Established in 1782, Carlow College, St Patrick’s has a long history of third level education. Our story began as a lay college and seminary before transforming into the vibrant, liberal arts community you see today.
We know that careers, and the pathways to achievement come in all shapes and sizes. That’s why our approach to third level education is personal, supportive and focused on the individual. Our college is opening horizons, providing relevant and practical third level courses ranging from humanities to psychology, social care work, community/advocacy and many more.
Start Your Journey Here
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Journey Here
Latest News

Karen’s return to education to help others do the same
Being an early school leaver, Carlow College graduate and Laois native, Karen Wills, understands how nerve wrecking it can be to take the first step

Class of 2023 Conferring Ceremony
Staff and students at Carlow College, St. Patrick’s had a day of celebration for the Class of 2023 on Friday, 24th November as 189 graduates

Lecturer in History, Dr Ida Milne, Features in RTÉ Nationwide Big Houses series
In a recent episode of the RTÉ Nationwide Big Houses series, Dr. Ida Milne, a lecturer in History, offered her expertise on the mindset and

Carlow College Lecturers launch new book about 1923 General Election
A new book exploring the 1923 General Election offering fresh and thought-provoking insights from leading scholars was launched at Carlow College on Monday, 13th November.
Upcoming Events
Public Lecture – How to Write a Novel
Carlow College, St. Patrick's
College Street, Carlow, R93 A003
Taster Day for Mature Students – Returning to Education
Carlow College, St. Patrick's
College Street, Carlow, R93 A003