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Spike in CAO applications could lead to points inflation for college courses

There has been a 6.5% increase in CAO applications for third level places so far this year. That...

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08.00 10 Mar 2026


Spike in CAO applications could lead to points inflation for college courses


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There has been a 6.5% increase in CAO applications for third level places so far this year. That’s according to new figures published this morning. We discuss these figures and get advice for students with Gemma Lawlor Guidance Counsellor at Tyndall College Carlow.  


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