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

Carlow College celebrates 2025 Annual Alumni Reunion
Carlow College, St Patrick’s, welcomed alumni from across Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States for its annual reunion on Wednesday, 17 July 2025.

Carlow College Student Represents Laois on National Youth Council of Ireland
Carlow College is proud to celebrate the achievements of 4th Year student, Anna McWey, who was selected to represent County Laois on the National Youth

Celebrating Her Legacy: Room Naming Ceremonies for Eavan Boland and Nan Joyce
As part of the Civic Engagement Festival 2025, Carlow College celebrated two room naming ceremonies, recognising the legacies of poet Eavan Boland and Traveller rights

Carlow College Hosts Annual Literary Awards and Creative Writing Showcase, 2025
Carlow College, St. Patrick’s hosted its thirteenth Annual Literary Awards and Creative Writing Showcase in VISUAL on Monday 14th April. This annual event gathers together
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Carlow College, St. Patrick's
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