Irish third-level students pay second-highest fees in Europe
More than 40% of students in Ireland are entitled to grants and are exempt from fees
Policy-makers in Ireland are examining options on how to fund higher education. Photograph: Getty Images
Third-level students in Ireland pay the second highest fees in Europe, according to a new report by the European Commission. While the UK has the highest fees – equivalent to about €10,000 – it is followed by Ireland with fees of €3,000.