Ian explained about the recent evolution of the selection process of the Irish university system. There are just seven universities in Ireland, and high school students get points for courses, tougher courses, exams, and so forth. They test in June and then select the university courses they want to take. All of the test data and points are then gathered so that those scoring highest are accepted to institutions offering what they want to study. Low income students get some compensation points, so are in the running with those who may have received tutoring or extra enrichment along the way.
The biggest difference right off in speaking with Ian is that Irish students are selecting the courses they want and then the institution is selected for them as opposed to selecting the institution and then the courses within it. The dynamic therefore for recruiting and retaining students is much different than at U.S. institutions.
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