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.
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Latest News


Student Academic Excellence Honoured at Scholarship Awards
Carlow College, St. Patrick’s awarded 19 scholarships this week in recognition of the academic achievements of its mature and continuing students. Students receiving scholarships were


Carlow College Celebrates Dual Shortlisting in the 2025 Education Awards
Carlow College, St. Patrick’s is proud to announce its shortlisting in two prestigious categories at the upcoming Education Awards 2025: Best Masters Programme – Creative,


International Women’s Day 2025: Accelerate Action
Carlow College marked International Women’s Day on 6th March with a vibrant programme of events celebrating women’s achievements and advocating for change. Students and staff


Traveller Ethnicity Day at Carlow College
Carlow College, in collaboration with Carlow Traveller Forum, marked Traveller Ethnicity Day with a special poetry reading event. Hosted by SPCS Community Art students and
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Carlow College, St. Patrick's
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Carlow College, St. Patrick's
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