Since 1998, a total of 104 outstanding alumni have been honoured by UCC with an Alumni Achievement Award. These alumni have excelled in their life’s work, demonstrated leadership in their field, and have been a source of inspiration to students and of pride to the university.

The following are members of UCC Rugby that have been honoured.

2024	Dr Len Harty & Dr Noel O’Mahony
2018	Judge Olann Kelleher
2014	John Crowley
2012	Dr Dick Kennefick
2010	Dr Edward Kiely
2008	Declan Kidney
2005	Professor Patrick Parfrey
2003	Jim Barry