Universities Accepting IELTS 5.5 in Ireland
Browse 4 universities in Ireland where you can apply with an IELTS band score of 5.5 or lower. Data verified as of April 2026.
A band score of 5.5 opens doors to a significant number of programmes. The universities listed below accept IELTS Academic scores at or below 5.5 for at least one level of study (undergraduate or postgraduate). Always confirm the specific programme requirements — some departments set higher minimums for Writing or Speaking.
- Universities
- 4
- Accept 5.5 for UG
- 4
- Accept 5.5 for PG
- 0
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Athlone Institute of Technology
Athlone · N/A
UG 5.5PG 6.0Institute of Technology Carlow
Carlow · N/A
UG 5.5PG 6.0Institute of Technology Sligo
Sligo · N/A
UG 5.5PG 6.0Institute of Technology Tralee
Tralee · N/A
UG 5.5PG 6.5
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