Study Abroad in Australia

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Why Study Abroad in Australia?

Academics are a top priority for Australians, and the country's universities are consistently at the top of the international rankings. Australian universities offer English language classes and degrees, extensive vocational training, and many universities for higher education. The country has 39 universities and a wide selection of top programs to that match any student's career and study interests.

Australia ranks third in terms of receiving English speaking international study abroad students, and its excellent universities produce bright independent thinkers. Students will be able to play an active role in guiding their education and will have many opportunities to perform research. U.S.students will have no problem studying in Australia since most programs are taught in English.

Australia - First Hand!
Student: Samantha Carlson
Major: Political Science
City: Sydney
University Attended: Macquarie University
Home University: University of Illinois

In Country Insights: "Australia is a fascinating place to live and study, it is magical and intriguing. The city is clean and beautiful, and the culture is very international. I was overwhelmed at first but didn't want to leave."

After Trip Advice: "I would recommend traveling around Australia and doing weekend trips to the mountains or the different coasts. My friends and I were able to get cheap flights to Melbourne which was amazing, we also took a school sponsored trip to the Great Barrier Reef, so there are chances to get out and explore the country."

Country Tips: "I recommend to get a subway pass and buy a bike. Also, make sure to buy a rail pass before you leave the US as it is half price."
How To Get There!?

Ready. Set. Study Abroad!

  • Contact a study abroad placement company to help with the following:
    • Help you get enrolled and choose a program.
    • Locate foreign universities that offer study abroad programs.
    • Check out the available cities available.
      • Sydney
      • Perth
  • Talk to your local school's study abroad counselor to find out if studying abroad in Australia is right for you.
  • Get a passport.(if you don't already have one)
  • Obtain a student visa. (if applicable)
  • Check student travel deals on STA to get a cheap flight.
Australia Quick Stats

Study Abroad Information

  • COUNTRY RANKING: 6

    (based on total outbound U.S. students)
  • Percentage of U.S. students who choose Australia: 4.8%
  • Total US Students 2005/2006: 10,980
  • Total US Students 2006/2007: 10,747
  • Yearly 2006 to 2007 Trend -2.1%

Country Information

  • Country Name: Commonwealth of Australia
  • Population: 19,357,594
  • Capital City: Canberra
  • Languages: English 78.5%, Chinese 2.5%, Italian 1.6%, Greek 1.3%, Arabic 1.2%, Vietnamese 1%, other 8.2%, unspecified 5.7%
  • Ethnicity: 92% white, 7% Asian, 1% Aboriginal and other
  • Area: 7,686,850 sq km (2,967,909 sq mi)
  • Climate: generally arid to semiarid; temperate in south and east; tropical in north
  • Currency: Austrlian Dollor (AUD)
  • Exchange Rate:1 U.S. dollar = 1.224 Australian dollars OR 1 Australian dollar = 0.816 U.S. dollars (as of August 2009)
  • Internet Country Domain: .au
  • Telephone Country Code: 61
  • How to call Australia from United States: dial 011 + 61 + area code + local number
  • How to call United States from Australia: dial 0011 + 1 + area code + local number
  • Emergencies: 000 (112 on cell phone)
  • Electricity: 220/240 Volts 50Hz (U.S. appliances must be converted from 120 volts)
  • Time Zone: UTC+10 (15 hours ahead of Eastern Time), UTC+9.5, UTC+9, UTC+8
  • Driving: Australians drive on the left side of the road.
  • Major Events: New Year's Day, January 1, Australia Day, January 26, Heritage Festival, April, ANZAC Day, April 25, Sydney International Film Festival, June, Melbourne Festival, October or November, Melbourne Cup, first Tuesday in November
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