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High School Graduation Year Calculator for Ireland by Current Grade

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Ireland Graduation Year Calculator (Leaving Cert)

Free graduation year calculator for Irish students. Calculate when you'll complete 6th Year (Leaving Certificate) or your university degree.

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How to Calculate Your Graduation Year in Ireland

1) Irish Academic Calendar

Irish schools run from September to June, with Transition Year (TY) adding an optional extra year.

2) Select Your Class or Year

Pick your current level (e.g., 5th Year) or enter your birth year to see your path to the Leaving Cert.

3) Get Your Results

View your exact graduation month and year, including milestones for CAO points and university entrance.

Ireland Graduation Year Chart

Graduation chart by Year/Class

Current LevelSecondary (6th Year) Grad YearUniversity Grad Year (3-Year)
Junior Infants+14 years (2039)+17 years (2042)
Senior Infants+13 years (2038)+16 years (2041)
1st Class+12 years (2037)+15 years (2040)
2st Class+11 years (2036)+14 years (2039)
3st Class+10 years (2035)+13 years (2038)
4st Class+9 years (2034)+12 years (2037)
5st Class+8 years (2033)+11 years (2036)
6st Class+7 years (2032)+10 years (2035)
1st Year (Secondary)+6 years (2031)+9 years (2034)
2nd Year+5 years (2030)+8 years (2033)
3rd Year (Junior Cycle)+4 years (2029)+7 years (2032)
Transition Year (TY)+3 years (2028)+6 years (2031)
5th Year+2 years (2027)+5 years (2030)
6th Year (Leaving Cert)+1 year (2026)+4 years (2029)
University Year 1this year (2025)+3 years (2028)
University Year 2graduated (2024)+2 years (2027)
University Year 3graduated (2023)+1 year (2026)

Ireland Education FAQs

What is the Leaving Certificate?

The Leaving Certificate is the final examination for secondary school students in Ireland and is the primary basis for university admission.

What is Transition Year (TY)?

Transition Year is an optional one-year programme between the Junior Cycle and Senior Cycle, focusing on personal and social development.