Founded in 1628, the Pontifical Irish College is centre of Catholic formation for three communities of Clergy, Seminarians and Laity.
14/05/2026
Introducing the Spring 2026 edition of The Coelian 🌿📖
A celebration of faith, synodality, community, and the enduring spirit of the Pontifical Irish College in Rome. 🇮🇪🇻🇦
This semester’s edition brings together theological reflections, memories, college life, and the voices that continue to shape our shared story across generations and vocations. 🤝🙏🏻
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09/05/2026
Today in collaboration with our friends in we were delighted to welcome , Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science of Ireland and Colm O’Reardon, Secretary General to the department, to the College for a special visit during this significant year in our history. 🏛️
Our Irish students offered an engaging and thoughtful presentation on the Lay Formation Programme, reflecting on how their studies and experiences at the College have fostered a deeper sense of co-responsibility for the Church’s mission and responsible citizenship in contemporary society. 🤝
The Minister also had the opportunity to visit our extensive historical archives, which preserve material dating back almost 400 years to the foundation of the College. 📚
This visit comes at a particularly meaningful moment as the College marks the 100th anniversary of its presence on the Coelian Hill, a century of education, formation, scholarship, and community in the heart of Rome. 🇻🇦🇮🇹🇮🇪
Studying in Rome, living the faith, and making memories for life. 🇮🇹📚✝️
Hear directly from our students about what makes life at the Irish College in the Eternal City so unforgettable.
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05/05/2026
Last Friday, for the feast of St. Joseph the Worker (May 1), the Pontifical Irish College had the privilege of welcoming more than 300 people in need, in collaboration with the Sant’Egidio Community, for a special lunch and an afternoon of entertainment.
We are deeply grateful to all the volunteers, staff, and students who made this day possible and who even brought along some Irish music and dance to share! 🎉🙏🏻☀️
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A day in the life of a student on the Lay Formation Programme 📖✨
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Chasing wisdom, living in community, following Christ and plenty of fun along the way!
Credits to our lay students for creating this great video!👏
Spring time at the Irish College 🌞
A very Happy Easter from all students and staff at the Pontifical Irish College 🕊️
Thank you to everyone who joined us over the Triduum celebrations for making the so special 🙏🏻
Buona Pasqua! Christ is Risen🇻🇦
31/03/2026
Only ONE MONTH left to apply for our Catholic Formation Experience in Rome for Young Adults 2026-27 🤩🏛️‼️
Are you a young person seeking to deepen your faith, engage in intentional formation and live in the heart of the Church? 🇻🇦🧐✝️
Apply today or find out more on our website www.irishcollege.org 🔗
27/03/2026
Join our college community for the celebration of the Easter Triduum ✝️🇻🇦
Visitors and pilgrims welcome 🙏🏻🏛️
13/03/2026
Last weekend our Postgraduate Priest community visited Nemi for their annual retreat as a part of the ongoing formation programme offered by the College ✝️🌄
The retreat was led by Dr. Eugene Duffy of the Diocese of Achonry ⛪️
It was a wonderful opportunity for personal reflection and community during this season of Lent 🌅🙏🏻