Founded in 1970, Institute of Technology Carlow is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the large town of Carlow (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), County Carlow. Officially recognized by the Department of Education and Skills of Ireland, Institute of Technology Carlow (IT Carlow) is a small coeducational Irish higher education institution. Institute of Technology Carlow (IT Carlow) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. IT Carlow also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.