Common questions


Q: Is Australian Catholic University (ACU) accepting applications from international students for most programs starting in 2025?

A: Absolutely! ACU welcomes applications from international students and education agents for all our available programs in 2025 and beyond. Find the next available intake for your chosen course here. Submit your application now and take the first step towards your future at ACU.

Due to strict enrolment management policies governing nursing programs, places for our nursing programs in 2025 remain closed. Postgraduate courses in Dietetic Practice and Psychology are also closed.

Q: Are there any programs not accepting applications from international students in 2025?

A: Due to strict enrolment management policies governing nursing programs, places for our nursing programs in 2025 remain closed. You can check the next available intake for your program of interest here. In addition, postgraduate psychology and dietetics are not available.

Q: Is there a deadline to submit my application to study at ACU in 2025?

A: While there's no strict deadline to apply to study at ACU in 2025, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible. This will help avoid potential visa processing delays due to high student visa application volumes at the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).

Q: I've already received my Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from ACU for my studies in 2025. Will this be affected by the recent changes?

A: The reopening of international admissions at ACU will not affect most student enrolments. Certain courses may be subject to additional enrolment restrictions imposed by external quotas. Unless you are otherwise notified, please continue with your preparations for your studies at ACU and your travel plans to Australia.

Q: Can I enrol at ACU for my 2025 program?

A: When you're ready to enrol for your 2025 course, you will receive a welcome email with all the necessary information. We encourage you to complete your enrolment online as soon as possible, even before arriving in Australia.

Previous 2025 Applicants & Offer-Holders


Q: I had accepted an offer to study at ACU in 2025 but received a refund of my deposit and had my offer withdrawn. Can I now re-apply to ACU?

A: We will be emailing students who previously accepted an offer to study at ACU in a course that is available in 2025. If you'd like to have your offer reissued, please reply to our email.

Due to strict enrolment management policies governing nursing programs, places for our nursing programs in 2025 remain closed.

Q: I deferred my 2025 offer to 2026. Can I now change my intake back to 2025?

A: We will be emailing students who have deferred their application to 2026. Please reply to our email if you would like to now be considered for the 2025 intake.

Due to strict enrolment management policies governing nursing programs, places for our nursing programs in 2025 remain closed.

Q: I previously received an offer to study at ACU but it was subsequently withdrawn. I did not accept the offer at that time. Can ACU resend the offer?

A: If your course is available again for a 2025 intake, our international admissions team can reissue your offer. Applicants who are currently onshore in Australia will have their offers reinstated. Students who are currently not in Australia can request their offer is reinstated by emailing international.admissions@acu.edu.au.

Due to strict enrolment management policies governing nursing programs, places for our nursing programs in 2025 remain closed.

Q: I previously submitted an application to ACU for a 2025 course, but my application was withdrawn. Will it be reconsidered for 2025?

A: Absolutely! We will be emailing students who previously submitted an application to study at ACU in 2025. If you'd like to have your application reinstated, please reply to our email.

Due to strict enrolment management policies governing nursing programs, places for our nursing programs in 2025 remain closed.

Q: I previously paid an application fee, will I need to pay this again?

A: If you previously paid an application fee for a program starting in 2025, you will not be required to pay the fee again. You will only need to pay an application fee if you are wanting to submit a new application and you are not using an education agent. Application fees are waived for applicants applying through an education agent.

Scholarships


Q: Are there any scholarships available for international students in 2025?

A: Yes, ACU offers a variety of scholarships for international students commencing their studies in 2025. You can explore these scholarship opportunities on our scholarship browser.

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