Find out how you can access higher education in Ireland
Find out how you can access higher education in Ireland

Guide to posting your documents

  • Keep photocopies of ALL documents that you are posting. Put your name and CAO number on every document you send.
  • Get proof of postage each time you are posting documentation.
  • You can get a certificate of postage from An Post. 
  • For confirmation that the documents you posted arrived safely in CAO, enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard with your documentation.
  • Submit all supporting documents to the CAO, Tower House, Eglinton Street, Galway before 10 March 2026.
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Do I have everything I need?

When should I apply?

Follow this link for all of the key dates and deadlines for your applications

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Application Guides, Resources and Forms

Check out this page for printable resources to help support your HEAR application

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Terms and Conditions of Applications

For more information, contact the Access Office in one of the participating colleges