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The Australian National University (ANU) welcomes the brightest minds from Australia and around the world.

When you study with us, you’ll join a diverse community of talented students and learn alongside world-leading academics.

You’ll grow your knowledge in classrooms with one of Australia's best teacher-to-student ratios and access the unmatched resources and support of a national institution.*

Join the safe and diverse community at Australia’s number one university in the heart of Canberra, Australia’s global capital city. **

*QS World University Rankings 2023 **Good Universities Guide 2021

How to apply

 
  • Submit your application through our online application portal. Simply search for your preferred program in the below list, and click on Apply.
  • To find out if additional requirements apply, search our programs and courses catalogue.
  • You can only apply for a single program, so check our programs and courses catalogue to choose the best degree for you.
  • To be considered for an offer, you must meet the prerequisite and cognate requirements for your preferred program, as well as the English language requirements.
  • Your application will be ranked against other candidates applying for the same program. Learn more about the ANU assessment process.
  • If you are completing an Australian Year 12, the International Baccalaureate or the NCEA Level 3, you should submit your application through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). You can find a full list of ANU undergraduate programs and application deadlines on the UAC website.
    • ANU participates in UAC offer rounds throughout the year in September, October, November, December and January.
    • UAC application fees apply. You will need to pay the application fee to UAC and the amount will depend on when you apply to ANU. You can find more information about the UAC application fees here.

Find a program

 
A list of all the programs with the apply button for 2024 will be shown later.
Round Closing Date for Change of Preference Closing Date for Applications Offers Issued Acceptances deadline
May 15 April 2023 15 April 2023 1 May 2023 1 July 2023
June 15 May 2023 15 May 2023 1 June 2023 1 August 2023
July 15 June 2023 15 June 2023 3 July 2023 1 September 2023
August 15 July 2023 15 July 2023 1 August 2023 1 October 2023
September 15 August 2023 15 August 2023 1 September 2023 1 November 2023
October 15 September 2023 15 September 2023 29 September 2023 1 December 2023
November 15 October 2023 15 October 2023 1 November 2023 7 January 2024
December 15 November 2023 15 November 2023 1 December 2023 21 January 2024
January 15 December 2023 15 December 2023 5 January 2024 21 January 2024

 

  • Semester 2, 2023 applications open on 1 June 2022.
  • You can apply at any time throughout the year.
  • Most applications submitted before the 15th day of each month will be considered for an offer on the 1st day of the following month.
  • You can change your degree preference any time, simply complete the online Change of Preference form.
  • You will have two months to accept your offer from ANU.
  • Semester 1, 2024 applications open on 14 March 2023.
  • Semester 2, 2024 applications open on 1 June 2023.
  • You can apply at any time throughout the year.
  • Most applications submitted before the 15th day of each month will be considered for an offer on the 1st day of the following month.
  • You can change your degree preference any time, simply complete the online Change of Preference form.
  • You will have two months to accept your offer from ANU.

Programs with alternative dates 

Master of Business Administration (MBA) 

There are only two opportunities to receive an offer for the MBA. Applications made outside of these dates will not be considered for study in 2023.

  • Apply between 14 March and 30 June 2022
  • Offers are released on 1 August 2022
  • Acceptance deadline is 1 October 2022
  • Apply between 1 June and 30 October 2022
  • Offers are released on 1 December 2022
  • Acceptance deadline is 15 January 2023

Bachelor of Health Science

  • Apply between 14 March and 15 November 2022
  • Offers are released on 1 December 2022 and 9 January 2023
  • Acceptance deadline is 25 January 2023

Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) (Science)

  • Applications will close on 15 November 2022
  • Offers are released every month with the final offer round on 1 December 2022

ANU Crawford School of Public Policy

There are limited offer rounds for the ANU Crawford School of Public Policy.

  • Apply before 15 October 2022
  • Offers are released every month with the final offer round on 1 November 2022
  • Acceptance deadline is 1 January 2023

Master of Clinical Psychology and Master of Professional Psychology

There is only one opportunity to receive an offer for the Master of Clinical Psychology and the Master of Professional Psychology degree.

  • Apply between 15 March 2022 and 30 September 2022
  • Offers are released on 1 December 2022
  • Acceptance deadline is 25 January 2023

Application tips

 

Following these steps will make applying as an international student easier.

1. Check the entry requirements

Learn about the minimum admission requirements to ANU and how we will assess your application.

2. Find an agent

Our educational agents around the world can help you apply to ANU. Find an agent near you.

3. Review your documentary evidence

Explore the specific documents you will need to supply with your application that will enable us to assess it.

4. Meet English language requirements

You must provide evidence that you meet the English language requirements for admission to ANU, even if you are a domestic student.

5. Explore visa requirements for international students

To study in Australia, you will need to apply for a student visa. Understanding visa requirements will help ensure your application meets these.

6. Learn about Mandatory Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

As an international student in Australia, you will need overseas health cover for the duration of your stay.

7. Apply for campus accommodation

ANU offers a range of accommodation options across our campus. To apply, please submit an application on the Accommodation Portal. Please note that we guarantee an offer of on campus accommodation to international undergraduate students commencing in the first semester of their first year of study at ANU. Learn more about Accommodation guarantee at ANU and How accommodation preferences are managed.

View your options for living on-campus if you will be under 18 at the start of the semester. Your visa will require you to prove that you have organised acceptable living arrangements.