Program Overview
Looking for an urban, big-university experience in an easy-going city that adores art and sport? Monash, one of Australia’s Group of Eight, is one of Australia’s largest and most prestigious schools, with more than 6,000 courses on two Melbourne campuses. Ideal for progressive thinkers and known for social consciousness, innovation, and industry connections.
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Details in a Glance
Application deadline
October 15
Minimum GPA
2.70
Credit load
16
Housing
Apartment/Flat;Residence Hall/Dormitory
Instruction language
English
Prerequisites
None
Academics
Looking for specific classes? Explore CHART, our exclusive class database — if the Monash University Program is pre-approved at your institution, you’ll find classes recently taken by other IFSA students.
Open the Monash Universityonline course catalogto explore the available class options.
You can search by campus within the course catalog, keep these things in mind:
Monash's main campus is Clayton, but you're also able to take classes at the Caulfield campus; the commute is about 15 minutes and there are free shuttle buses that run frequently. You may also take classes at Berwick, but the commute is about 25 minutes. Classes at the Parkville or Peninsula campuses may be possible, but please be aware that the commutes are very long (up to 1.5 hours) and students may find it difficult to fit in any other classes on the same day. All art and design classes are offered at the Caulfield Campus (all art courses require a portfolio).
A full course load at Monash University is 24 points for the semester (equivalent to 15-16 Butler University semester credit hours). The number of courses you will take depends on the individual credit value of the course you select.
3 MU points = 2 U.S. semester credit hours
4 MU points = 2.5 U.S. semester credit hours
6 MU points = 4 U.S. semester credit hours
8 MU points = 5 U.S. semester credit hours
10 MU points = 6.25 U.S. semester credit hours
12 MU points = 8 U.S. semester credit hours
Lab & Field Trip Fees
Please review syllabi and course materials when registering for direct-enroll classes. Certain classes may have a one-off lab or field trip fee disclosed in the syllabus or during the first meeting of the class. These fees are not included in your IFSA program fee. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
Monash University has course restrictions in certain faculties and disciplines. Click here to view the list of restrictions. In addition, fourth-year 4000 courses and higher are part of a postgraduate degree (Masters or Ph.D.). You are not eligible to take these courses as an undergraduate study abroad student. Your courses must be offered at the Clayton or Caulfield campuses.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility
- You must be at least 18 years of age. Students under 18 may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
- You must be currently attending or recently graduated from a U.S. or Canadian community college, technical college, two-year college, four-year college, or four-year university.
- You must have completed at least one (1) year of study at your home institution before the beginning of the term.
Recommendation Letter
Not required.
Visa Requirement
This program requires a visa for all students.
Start your application now by clicking theApply Now button.
TRANSCRIPT
Upon completion of your program, IFSA will send an official Butler University transcript to your home university with your coursework converted to the U.S. semester credit hour system. You will also have access to an unofficial transcript in your IFSA Student Portal. The transcript reflects courses taken, credits attempted, and grades earned during your term abroad. This service is included in your study abroad program at no additional cost. See our Transcripts page for more information.
Excursions
Program Activities:
Activities and excursions are an important piece of your IFSA experience, designed to pull you into the fabric of the communities you visit and encourage cultural connections of every kind. That said, at times, circumstances beyond our control—including local government regulations and health protocols—could impact our ability to hold these events as planned.
Know that we’ll make every effort to run the activities, trips, and excursions slated for your program. You’ll see detailed examples of previous outings offered during this program below. Keep in mind that the options could look different for your program, and that we cannot guarantee these activities, trips, and excursions.
Activities are optional, but they are included in your total program fee. They vary each term based on availability, but activities may include:
- Melbourne City Discovery Tour: Discover the hidden laneways, jazz and wine bars, graffiti lanes and more that make Melbourne eclectic and exciting. Orient yourself with visits to architectural landmarks like Town Hall and Parliament House, and the idyllic botanical gardens.
- Wheelers Centre and State Library Victoria Visit: The Wheelers Centre describes itself as “the cornerstone of Australia’s literary activity,” and hosts engaging speakers and story makers that promote deep thought. Plus, see the State Library Victoria’s dynamic learning space, complete with free study spaces, Wi-Fi, and events.
- Queen Victoria Night Market: Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to experience multicultural Melbourne and its noted food culture. Through cultural reflection, you’ll learn about the theory of everyday multiculturalism and how to recognize it.
- First Peoples Exhibit at Melbourne Museum Visit: This fantastic interactive exhibit tells the stories of the First Peoples of Victoria, past and present.
- NACE Competencies Workshop: Mastering the eight U.S. National Association of Colleges and Employers competencies is essential preparation for college graduates. This IFSA staff workshop helps you make meaningful links between your study abroad experience and career readiness.
Program Excursions:
IFSA excursions are included in your total program fee and though these are optional, most students choose to participate. They vary each term based on availability, but excursions may include:
- Great Ocean Road Adventure: Travel to the beautiful coastal town of Anglesea—gateway to the 150-mile-long Australian National Heritage Site— for an unforgettable overnight trip. Stay at an eco-resort and enjoy nocturnal animal spotting, coastal hikes, and fossil hunting on this stunning coast.
- Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Adventure: Phillip Island is home to the largest Little Penguin colony in the world. Every day at dusk, hundreds of penguins waddle from the ocean to their family burrows on Summerland Beach. On this overnight trip, you’ll watch the Penguin Parade, plus visit spectacular local wineries and wildlife parks.
- AFL Match: Australian football, created by Australian cricket players to stay fit during winter, is Australia’s most popular sport. Before the excursion, you’ll get to know Australian Football League culture and rules—and learn the local team song, sung by the victorious team and its fans at the end of every game.
- Melbourne Cricket Ground and Sports Museum Tour: This immersive visual journey takes you through the history of Australian sport and its role in Australian culture. Your personalized tour includes a visit to the famous long room, the players changing rooms, and the Ron Casey Media Center.
Housing and Meals
Housing
Apartment/Flat;Residence Hall/Dormitory
Meals
Self-Catering
Details
IFSA students on the Clayton campus will live in one of five residential colleges where they will have a single room with shared bathroom facilities. Each hall has kitchenettes where students can prepare their own meals and there is a dining hall on the Clayton campus that operates on a pay-as-you-go basis. Students living on the Caulfield campus will live in student apartments, where they will have their own bedroom and shared bathroom and kitchen spaces. Students living on the Caulfield campus must purchase and prepare their own meals.
Dates and Fees
Term
Term begins
Term ends
Program costs
Application deadline
Spring 2023
February 14, 2023
June 24, 2023
$20,075
October 15
Monash University (Melbourne) Partnership
Spring 2023
Program Dates
Application Deadline Date
October 15
Program Start Date
February 14, 2023
Program End Date
June 24, 2023
Program dates are subject to change. Your IFSA Admissions Counselor will alert you when it is time to purchase your flights.
Program Fees
Tuition
$15,500
Housing
$4,575
Insurance
Yes
Total Program Fee
$20,075
Tuition is inclusive of prearrival advising, orientation, co-curricular activities, on-site guidance, 24/7 emergency support, and post-program transcript. Students pay a $500 program deposit upon confirmation of attendance. The deposit is applied to the total program fee.
Payment Due Date
December 15
Estimated Costs
Airfare
$1,900
Meals
$1,143
Books and Supplies
$304
Local Transportation
$411
Visa/Residence Permit
$420
Personal Expenses
$1,879
(Includes laundry, required local phone number, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Total Estimated Costs
$6,057
Other Financial Considerations
Lab and Field Trip Fees
Some direct-enroll classes may have one-off lab or field trip fees. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
Fall 2023
Early July 2023
Late November 2023
$20,075 (estimated)
April 1
Monash University (Melbourne) Partnership
Fall 2023
Program Dates
Application Deadline Date
April 1
Program Start Date
Early July 2023
Program End Date
Late November 2023
Program dates are subject to change. Your IFSA Admissions Counselor will alert you when it is time to purchase your flights.
Program Fees
Tuition
$15,675
Housing
$4,400
Insurance
Yes
Total Program Fee
$20,075 (estimated)
Tuition is inclusive of prearrival advising, orientation, co-curricular activities, on-site guidance, 24/7 emergency support, and post-program transcript. Students pay a $500 program deposit upon confirmation of attendance. The deposit is applied to the total program fee.
Payment Due Date
June 15
Estimated Costs
Airfare
$1,900
Meals
$2,156
Books and Supplies
$319
Local Transportation
$539
Visa/Residence Permit
$480
Personal Expenses
$2,138
(Includes laundry, required local phone number, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Total Estimated Costs
$7,532 (estimated)
Other Financial Considerations
Lab and Field Trip Fees
Some direct-enroll classes may have one-off lab or field trip fees. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
Spring 2024
Early February 2024
Late June 2024
$20,075 (estimated)
October 15
Monash University (Melbourne) Partnership
Spring 2024
Program Dates
Application Deadline Date
October 15
Program Start Date
Early February 2024
Program End Date
Late June 2024
Program dates are subject to change. Your IFSA Admissions Counselor will alert you when it is time to purchase your flights.
Program Fees
Tuition
$15,500
Housing
$4,575
Insurance
Yes
Total Program Fee
$20,075 (estimated)
Tuition is inclusive of prearrival advising, orientation, co-curricular activities, on-site guidance, 24/7 emergency support, and post-program transcript. Students pay a $500 program deposit upon confirmation of attendance. The deposit is applied to the total program fee.
Payment Due Date
December 15
Estimated Costs
Airfare
$1,900
Meals
$1,143
Books and Supplies
$304
Local Transportation
$411
Visa/Residence Permit
$420
Personal Expenses
$1,879
(Includes laundry, required local phone number, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Total Estimated Costs
$6,057 (estimated)
Other Financial Considerations
Lab and Field Trip Fees
Some direct-enroll classes may have one-off lab or field trip fees. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
Term
Spring 2023
Term begins
February 14, 2023
Term ends
June 24, 2023
Program costs
$20,075
Application deadline
October 15
Monash University (Melbourne) Partnership
Spring 2023
Program Dates
Application Deadline Date
October 15
Program Start Date
February 14, 2023
Program End Date
June 24, 2023
Program dates are subject to change. Your IFSA Admissions Counselor will alert you when it is time to purchase your flights.
Program Fees
Tuition
$15,500
Housing
$4,575
Insurance
Yes
Total Program Fee
$20,075
Tuition is inclusive of prearrival advising, orientation, co-curricular activities, on-site guidance, 24/7 emergency support, and post-program transcript. Students pay a $500 program deposit upon confirmation of attendance. The deposit is applied to the total program fee.
Payment Due Date
December 15
Estimated Costs
Airfare
$1,900
Meals
$1,143
Books and Supplies
$304
Local Transportation
$411
Visa/Residence Permit
$420
Personal Expenses
$1,879
(Includes laundry, required local phone number, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Total Estimated Costs
$6,057
Other Financial Considerations
Lab and Field Trip Fees
Some direct-enroll classes may have one-off lab or field trip fees. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
Term
Fall 2023
Term begins
Early July 2023
Term ends
Late November 2023
Program costs
$20,075 (estimated)
Application deadline
April 1
Monash University (Melbourne) Partnership
Fall 2023
Program Dates
Application Deadline Date
April 1
Program Start Date
Early July 2023
Program End Date
Late November 2023
Program dates are subject to change. Your IFSA Admissions Counselor will alert you when it is time to purchase your flights.
Program Fees
Tuition
$15,675
Housing
$4,400
Insurance
Yes
Total Program Fee
$20,075 (estimated)
Tuition is inclusive of prearrival advising, orientation, co-curricular activities, on-site guidance, 24/7 emergency support, and post-program transcript. Students pay a $500 program deposit upon confirmation of attendance. The deposit is applied to the total program fee.
Payment Due Date
June 15
Estimated Costs
Airfare
$1,900
Meals
$2,156
Books and Supplies
$319
Local Transportation
$539
Visa/Residence Permit
$480
Personal Expenses
$2,138
(Includes laundry, required local phone number, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Total Estimated Costs
$7,532 (estimated)
Other Financial Considerations
Lab and Field Trip Fees
Some direct-enroll classes may have one-off lab or field trip fees. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
Term
Spring 2024
Term begins
Early February 2024
Term ends
Late June 2024
Program costs
$20,075 (estimated)
Application deadline
October 15
Monash University (Melbourne) Partnership
Spring 2024
Program Dates
Application Deadline Date
October 15
Program Start Date
Early February 2024
Program End Date
Late June 2024
Program dates are subject to change. Your IFSA Admissions Counselor will alert you when it is time to purchase your flights.
Program Fees
Tuition
$15,500
Housing
$4,575
Insurance
Yes
Total Program Fee
$20,075 (estimated)
Tuition is inclusive of prearrival advising, orientation, co-curricular activities, on-site guidance, 24/7 emergency support, and post-program transcript. Students pay a $500 program deposit upon confirmation of attendance. The deposit is applied to the total program fee.
Payment Due Date
December 15
Estimated Costs
Airfare
$1,900
Meals
$1,143
Books and Supplies
$304
Local Transportation
$411
Visa/Residence Permit
$420
Personal Expenses
$1,879
(Includes laundry, required local phone number, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Total Estimated Costs
$6,057 (estimated)
Other Financial Considerations
Lab and Field Trip Fees
Some direct-enroll classes may have one-off lab or field trip fees. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
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FAQs
What are the biggest problems will students have when planning to study abroad? ›
One of the most common challenges of studying abroad is the language barrier. You may have spent the last five years studying the language, but once you arrive in the country, it seems completely foreign. Locals are using slang you're unfamiliar with and several words can be used to describe the same thing.
What are the frequently asked questions about studying abroad? ›- What is the cost of studying abroad? ...
- How do I save money when studying abroad? ...
- What scholarships am I eligible for? ...
- How long do study abroad courses last? ...
- When can I start applying for study abroad courses? ...
- Where should I live during my stay overseas?
Studying abroad helps you to learn new languages, appreciate other cultures, overcome challenges of living in another country and gain a greater understanding of the world. These are all things that modern businesses look for when hiring, and such traits will only become more important in the future.
Does Monash have exchange programs? ›Monash Partner Programs
Study at one of our 150+ partner institutions around the world, with opportunities including short and semester exchange, global consortia programs and pathway programs.
Before choosing to study abroad, one must consider the positive and negative aspects. Negative aspects or disadvantages include high expectations, homesickness, a chance of facing racism, and language barriers.
What should you not do when studying abroad? ›- Self-entitlement. Often international students feel that they should be given first preference or choice on most matters. ...
- Language. ...
- Living like a tourist. ...
- Fast-food chains. ...
- Partying too much or too less. ...
- Friends. ...
- Culture. ...
- Open Mind.
No Support From Friends and Family. Your usual support network of family and friends will usually be thousands of miles away. This will be a pretty big challenge, especially for the first few months of studying abroad.
How can I make my study abroad application stand out? ›If you want to make your study abroad essay stand out, make sure to make mention of your previous experience. Mention major academic accomplishments, work experience, or skills that you might find useful abroad, such as knowledge of a second language.
Can a poor student study abroad? ›Can poor Indian students study abroad? Yes, your financial status will not be a strong limiting factor if you have an excellent academic record and you meet all other entry requirements for the course. Explore all the ways to fund your studies, especially scholarships.
Why did you choose to study in Australia and not in your home country? ›Top universities, incredible nature, vibrant cities, and several oceans are just some of the reasons why many international students choose Australia to study. Studying abroad may be slightly daunting, but the reward in terms of education and personal development can also be huge.
What are three advantages of studying abroad? ›
- See the World. The biggest reason you should consider a study abroad program is the opportunity to see the world . ...
- Education. ...
- Take in a New Culture. ...
- Hone Your Language Skills. ...
- Career Opportunities. ...
- Find New Interests. ...
- Make Lifelong Friends. ...
- Personal Development.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| You can build your foreign language skills and fluency. | Studying your subject in a foreign language can be challenging – make sure the overseas course or exchange opportunity you're considering is taught in your preferred language. |
Monash University is fairly selective with an undergraduate & postgraduate admissions rate of 40%.
What GPA do you need for Monash University? ›International entry requirements
Applicants must achieve a minimum GPA of 6.0 out of 7.0.
An exchange student typically stays in the host country for a period of 6 to 12 months; however, exchange students may opt to stay for one semester at a time. International students or those on study abroad programs may stay in the host country for several years. Some exchange programs also offer academic credit.
Do employers care about study abroad? ›Career Success
Results show that around 65 percent of employers consider international experience important for recruitment, and over 90 percent are looking for transversal skills enhanced by study abroad, such as openness and curiosity about new challenges, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Homesickness and missing your old social group is a strong reason why many students don't choose to study abroad. Missing friends and family is a natural feeling, but for some students it may be too big of a cost.
Does study abroad look good on resume? ›If you're wondering whether studying abroad can help your career, the answer is yes! You'll gain many practical skills as an international student which are useful in the workplace.
Where do most American students study abroad? ›There were 2,193 American students studying in Italy in the academic year of 2020/2021, making it the most popular study abroad destination in that year. Spain, the United Kingdom, France, and South Korea rounded out the top five countries for study abroad in that academic year.
What time of year is best to study abroad? ›If your college operates on a quarter system, it might make more sense to study abroad during the fall if you want your program to line up with your fall quarter. Alternatively, if you wish to spend two quarters abroad, choosing a spring start date would benefit you.
What not to pack for study abroad? ›
- Heavy Liquids in Bottles (with a Few Important Exceptions) ...
- More Than Four Pairs of Shoes, Max. ...
- Culturally Inappropriate Clothing. ...
- Books. ...
- Tons of Electronics. ...
- Expensive Items. ...
- Bedding (Duvet, Duvet Cover, Pillows) ...
- A Giant Suitcase.
International students can experience challenges in a number of areas, including language barriers, academics, social and cultural differences, discrimination, financial stressors, and mental health concerns. These are not easy problems to overcome, and there is so much we all can do to help.
What do you think the 5 biggest challenges facing international students are? ›- Language barriers.
- Cultural differences.
- Making new friends.
- Educational expectations.
- Financial difficulties.
- Getting a job.
- Individual Problems.
- Wrapping up.
- Field of Specialization: ...
- Top Countries/Universities for Your Subject/Programme: ...
- Cost of Education Abroad: ...
- Lifestyle & Culture: ...
- Career Opportunities:
- New kinds of assignments and expectations.
- Less formal professor interactions.
- General education requirements.
- Meeting people with similar interests.
- Finding healthy food options.
- Understanding cultural nuances.