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Montserrat College is a good choice for international students. It offers a variety of BFA programs in disciplines such as animation, graphic design, illustration, and photography. According to US News and World Report, Montserrat College of Art is ranked #28 in Regional Colleges North and #15 in Top Performers on Social Mobility. The student-to-faculty ratio at Montserrat is 8:1 which is lower than the national average faculty ratio of 15:1 so students get personalized experience. The average income of grads ranges between $30,000-$40,000 and 100% of the students at Montserrat receive scholarships.

South East Technological University is home to some of the finest Irish & international individuals who have used their talents & education to make significant contribution across respective industries.

Mentioned below are some of the most popular members of the SETU alumni network:

·      Daniel Mulhall – Ireland's Ambassador to the US

·      Claire Keegan - Writer

·      Carrie Crowley - Actress

·      Annraoi De Paor – Biomedical Engineer and Pioneer

·      Dr. Maurice Manning – Politician

Montserrat College of Art is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. It has notable national rankings and its degrees are recognised globally. EduRank ranked the college #8127 of 14,131 in the World, #2024 of 2,496 in the US and #2117 of 2,597 in North America. The student-to-faculty ratio at Montserrat is 8:1 which is lower than the national average faculty ratio of 15:1. The estimated cost of attendance at the college is $63,412. The average income of grads ranges between $30,000-$40,000 and 100% of the students at Montserrat receive scholarships.

Although the university's ranking has significantly deteriorated as compared to 2024, it still performed well in a few categories according to the University of Southampton THE global rankings. In 2024, the university was ranked #97; in 2025, it is ranked #115. In addition, the University of Southampton achieved high ranks in 2024 in several categories, including Engineering, Business and Economics, Psychology, and the Arts and Humanities. The table below allows students to view the University of Southampton's THE rankings over time:

According to the University of Southampton's QS Rankings, the university's world university ranking has slightly increased. It was ranked #81 in 2024, but in 2025 it rose to #80. As of 2024, the institution also achieved top 100 rankings in some fields, including Engineering and Technology, Nursing, Physics and Astronomy, master's degrees in Supply Chain Management and Business Management, and more. Students can view the University of Southampton QS Rankings by year in several categories in the table below:

According to some prominent rating authorities, the University of Southampton had a minor drop in its ranks. The university's 2024 ranking of #123 by US News and World Report represents a significant drop from its 2023 ranking of #104. Additionally, in 2025, the university was ranked #22 by The Guardian and #201 by The Complete. Students can view the University of Southampton's rankings from multiple ranking bodies in the table below:

Renowned for its research and belonging to Russell Group, the University of Southampton is one of the most prestigious universities in the UK. The university offers over 300 degree courses in areas including Engineering, Medicine, Finance, and more. Along with the top global rankings, Southampton is one of the top 15 research institutions in the UK based on the volume and quality of research and is also top-ranked for research intensity. The university is best for international students coming from more than 135 different nations.

As per the US News and World Report 2024 rankings, the University of Southampton ranked #14 among the Best Global Universities in the United Kingdom, #44 among the Best Global Universities in Europe, and #123 in the Best Global Universities category. The university is also top-ranked among various subject rankings including Physics; Optics; Computer Science; Endocrinology and Metabolism; Geosciences; Marine and Freshwater Biology; Oncology; and more.