Based on a total estimated cost of €13,000 over 4 years, Nursing at University of Limerick has a 5-year ROI of 1151.8%, with graduates earning around €49,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (LM150) was 412 (2025).
Nursing graduates from University of Limerick report a graduate employment rate of around 97%, good career progression, very high demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Staff Nurse
- ICU Nurse
- Oncology Nurse
- Community Nurse
Common employers for Nursing graduates include HSE, University Hospital Limerick, Milford Care Centre, Croom Orthopaedic Hospital, Community Services.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Nursing graduates from University of Limerick start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 7% less than the national average.
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