Money Matters: Three things for third-level students to consider

Despite the abolition of tuition fees, going to college in Ireland is not cheap

Tax relief is available on fees paid for qualifying third-level courses Pic: Pixabay

There’s a nervous 48 hours or so ahead for the almost 60,000 students who will receive their Leaving Cert results this Wednesday.

For most, the main concern isgetting enough points to secure a place on their chosen course. However, the initial worry over course options will soon give way to more practical concerns - such as where to live and how much it will cost.

Going to college in Ireland is certainly not ...