University of Galway

IT ALL BEGAN IN 1845...

That was the year Queen’s College Galway was founded. Following construction of the iconic Quadrangle building, the University opened its doors four years later to the first cohort of just 68 students.

University of Galway has grown massively in size and reputation over the past 175 years, with a student population today of over 18,000. According to QS World University Rankings, we are ranked 259 in the world and have been increasing our global reach and reputation over the past decade.

Our International Reputation

University of Galway has a growing international reputation based on the quality of our teaching and the global impact of our research.