Study Cost Planner

Course cost estimator

See what your study plan may cost

Select a course type, level and duration to see an indicative Australia-wide tuition range. Then add the personal costs that apply to you.

Build your estimateCourse + duration + living costs
Step-by-step estimate

Start with your study goal

All figures are indicative ranges in Australian dollars and may change by provider, location, intake and year.

1. Choose your course

This adjusts the indicative living-cost range, not the tuition range.
Standalone English estimate: 2–52 weeks.

2. Add personal costs

Suggested starting estimates are based on annual cover and remain editable.
Leave at zero to use the suggested starting estimate.
Current at August 2026. Additional applicant charges may apply. Always check Home Affairs.
Use a current airline quote and include baggage, transfers and seasonal price changes.
The system suggests an initial amount for advance rent and possible bond.
Leave at zero to use the indicative range for your selected city.
Calculated from tuition and living costs.
Important: This tool uses broad Australia-wide market ranges for planning only. It is not a provider quotation or confirmation of eligibility, admission or visa outcome. Fees are reviewed periodically and may increase. Agency support fees and document translation are not included. Where applicable, any service fee will be explained and confirmed before you proceed. Translation is quoted separately based on the number and type of documents, language, urgency and certification requirements. Tuition fees may vary by provider, intake and current promotion. For longer courses, tuition is commonly paid in instalments according to the provider’s Offer Letter and payment schedule; the full estimated course fee is not necessarily payable upfront.
How to read the result

A guide—not a confirmed price

01

Tuition range

Based on course level, duration, field and provider price group.

02

City living estimate

Uses a broad monthly range for your selected city, or your own monthly figure if entered.

03

Final quotation

Exact tuition, agency support, translation and other costs are confirmed before the student proceeds.