The 7 day boarding fee for the full academic year costs €7,800 from the end of August to the end of May when the academic year ends.

The boarding fee should be paid using our online facility and can be paid in three instalments; May, August and January. Extras must be paid in advance and are non-refundable; all information is available on the home page of our website. Student name should be used as a reference on all payments at all times.

The Fee Policy should be read in full. Fee Policy 2023 (colaisteide.com)

Grants are available from the Department of Education to cover the boarding costs in certain circumstances. Please see Remote Areas Grants on www.education.ie for details.