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ACU National tuition fees are comparable with those of other Australian universities. 

Students are charged according the number of units studied each semester. An average study load is 4 units (40 credit points) per semester. For unit prices, please refer to the 2009 Schedule of Tuition Fees (PDF, 72kb).  In addition to tuition cost the tuition fees cover:

• Reception at the airport nearest to the campus (for degree courses only)
• Assistance with finding accommodation (for degree courses only)
• Orientation program
• Access to all student services and facilities, which are available to local students
• Study skills assistance

Students will also need to budget for textbooks, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and living costs. Some courses may also require the purchase of additional items (eg. uniforms for nursing courses).

Tuition fees may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration.

Refund and Cancellation

The University has formal guidelines for fees refunds to, and release of commencing international students. Please refer to the relevant policies for further information:

• Refund Policy
• Release Policy

United States Student Loans

ACU National is accredited for US Stafford and Plus loans. For more information US citizens should refer to the US Department of Education's information guides for students.

The University's preferred Guarantee Agency is American Student Assistance (ASA).