Good Unis in Australia That Aren’t Too Expensive?

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Hey, I’ve been looking into studying in Australia but kinda overwhelmed. Are there any good universities in Australia for international students with low tuition fee? Also, ones that won’t be super hard to get into? I’m trying to figure this all out and I’m not sure where to even start :downcast_face_with_sweat:

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Hey, I’ve been looking into studying in Australia but kinda overwhelmed. Are there any good universities in Australia for international students with low tuition fee? Also, ones that won’t be super hard to get into? I’m trying to figure this all out and I’m not sure where to even start :downcast_face_with_sweat:

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I too felt the same when i started researching :sob:
So for unis that are affordable and have high acceptance rates, look at unis like:

  1. University of Southern Queensland
  2. Charles Darwin University
  3. Federation University Australia
  4. CQUniversity

They’re pretty welcoming to international students and tuition is like AUD 20K–28K/year which is way cheaper than places like Sydney or Melbourne universities. Also, not crazy competitive to get in, esp if your academics are decent.

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@Emily_4444 Australia does have some good affordable options besides the big names like Melbourne or Sydney. Unis like Deakin, Wollongong, Federation, and Charles Sturt are quite popular with international students, have lower tuition compared to the top ones, and are generally easier to get into. Most of them also offer good support and you can manage living costs through part-time work. Best way to start is to first fix the course you want, then shortlist unis that fit both your budget and career plans.

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hey @Emily_4444 If you’re looking for affordable options in Australia, check out unis like University of Southern Queensland, Charles Darwin Uni, Federation Uni, CQU, or UNE — their tuition is usually around AUD 24–30k/year, way lower than big city schools. They’re also easier to get into and pretty international-friendly. If you don’t mind spending a bit more, Griffith or Western Sydney Uni are solid too. Basically, regional unis = cheaper fees + lower living costs, big city unis = higher fees but more buzz.

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Thank you everyone for your helpful suggestions! For those who have studied at or are familiar with these more affordable unis, how did you find the balance between cost of living in that city and the overall student experience?

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