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Australia: University of New South Wales (AustraLearn) - Application, Visa & Costs

Application

Provider deadlines require students to submit all application materials to AU Abroad by March 15 (Fall and full-year programs; please note that this is two weeks prior to our Enclave application deadline) and October 15 (Spring programs).

This specialty program has only 15 spaces each semester, including students from American University and other AustraLearn affiliate schools in the USA. Interested students are encourages to apply early!

In addition to the application materials listed on our Apply page, students are required to submit the following materials for AustraLearn's application:

• AustraLearn Application Form
• Personal Statement (see application form for instructions)
• Official Transcript
• Passport-sized Photographs [4]
• Web accessible e-mail address
• Faculty Reference Form
• $30 Application fee (made payable to AustraLearn)

Visa

Upon acceptance, AustraLearn will provide students with a checklist for the Australian visa application. This will take you through step by step instructions to apply for the visa on-line. /P>

Students from a number of countries which presently include the United States of America, Norway and Sweden are often able to avoid in-person visa applications and be granted a student visa over the internet to study in Australia for up to 12 months. These applicants must be over 18 years of age and applying for visa subclass 573 (Higher Education Sector).

Students are responsible for contacting the nearest Australian diplomatic office as soon as possible after receiving their offer to find out which additional documents are needed to obtain a student visa. Medical checks and X-rays are normally required. It is imperative to allow ample time for the visa application process. For more information please visit the Australian government's visa website.

Program Dates

Dates are subject to change. See additional notes at the end of list.

NOTES:

• *The anticipated departure date for the AustraLearn orientation may be earlier if you plan to select an off-campus apartment on arrival.
• Prior to your arrival at the University you will spend 4 days on the Cairns Orientation. The AustraLearn Program Introduction is a required program component.
• All dates are subject to change. Be sure to confirm dates before finalizing any travel plans.
• **Students cannot typically change exam schedules for any reason.

Costs

Information on anticipated tuition and program fees for AustraLearn may be found on th a previous semester's AustraLearn Costs page. More information on updated fees can be found on our Costs page.

Advisor Contact Information

Please contact Brita Doyle for more information on this program.