Coming to Monash as a study abroad student

Who can study abroad at Monash?

• Students whose home university does not have an exchange agreement with Monash but are eligible to study at Monash
• Students willing to study at Monash on a fee-paying basis

How long can I study abroad at Monash?

• You can study abroad at Monash for one or two semesters

Are my studies while studying abroad credited to my degree?

• Your home university must determine whether you receive credit towards your home degree for the study you do at Monash.
• This decision will usually be based on the equivalence between your home degree unit and the units you study at Monash.
• You will be enrolled as a non-award student at Monash so you will receive an official transcript but you will not receive a Monash degree.

How much will it cost to study abroad at Monash?

• Monash does not provide scholarships or financial assistance for incoming study abroad students
• You must pay tuition fees for your study at Monash - see Fees, Scholarships and Living Costs for details
• You will pay additional fees for compulsory insurances and visas - see Fees, Scholarships and Living Costs for details
• You will need to pay for all your travel and living costs

Please note: Your home university may offer study abroad programs that provide financial assistance. Some countries provide assistance for their students to study overseas.

How do you apply to study abroad at Monash?

• Your home university may offer assistance through an International Office, Study Abroad Office or equivalent
• Providers like Arcadia, Australearn, IFSA Butler or Study Australia offer attractive packages for study abroad at Monash which include accommodation, airfares, excursions etc.
• You can apply directly to Monash Abroad

Please note: Do not apply online via the international students section of the Monash website. This is for fee paying students applying for full degrees at Monash only.

What does the Monash Abroad Office offer you?

The Monash Abroad Office provides:

• dedicated support for exchange and study abroad students while at Monash
• assistance with on-campus accommodation
• free airport transfer on arrival
• an orientation program for exchange and study abroad students
• excursions and social events
• 24-hour emergency telephone service for students and your parents