Applying as a mature student through the CAO?

Intouch9 wrote: »

Hey guys,

I know I'm early but I will be applying to Mary I as a mature student next year for the B. Ed programme. (I started it in 2005 and dropped out in 2007).

From looking at the site, it says that there are 3 ways to apply.

- Through the CAO
- Directly to the college
- Both of the above

If I go through CAO, does that mean that I will be judged on the points I got in my leaving cert & will there still be an interview involved?

Thanks
IT9

If you are applying through CAO as a mature student you will be assessed as a mature student and with your leaving results, basically you will have 2 chances. Most colleges do interviews for mature student entry

Hiya - if you complete the CAO form and tick the little box at the bottom as a mature student you can be considered as a mature student. You can include any exam results you have and a personal profile. Its not to daunting once you get started. Applying direct may cost you more in the long run, not sure.
My son applied direct to UL as a mature student total cost was €100 once he was excepted. I did a CAO application as a mature student to WIT which cost just €40ish at time of application
We both got what we wanted so both methods seem to work he only paid once he had been offered a place where as I paid less upfront but didnt have place when I paid the money.
Good luck!

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