Parent or guardian

Apply via UAC/VTAC

If your child plans to study on campus they’ll apply to us through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). If they’re studying their HSC in NSW, they’ll apply through UAC. If your child is taking the VCE and they want to study on campus at Albury-Wodonga, they’ll use VTAC. Here's what to do.

1. Check the application deadlines.
2. Start the online application at either uac.edu.au or vtac.edu.au
3. Choose preferences. Your child can choose up to five preferences with UAC and up to eight with VTAC.
4. Upload documents (if required). These could include a supplementary form, portfolio or a personal statement.
5. Submit. Your child can track and update their application online.

Apply direct

If your child wants to study online with us, they’ll apply to us directly.

1. Choose a session: February, July or November (this will depend on course offerings).
2. Start the application at apply.csu.edu.au
3. Upload documents (if required).
4. Save and submit. Your child can save their application at any time and complete it when it suits. Once it's submitted, we’ll be in touch within 10 working days.

We offer accommodation on our six campuses across regional New South Wales – with a range of catering packages to suit their lifestyle. Our accommodation options are comfortable, affordable, safe and secure – letting your child enjoy a stress-free living experience. And did you know that every first-year student who applies for on-campus accommodation is guaranteed a room? Like we said, stress-free living!

Check out our locations.

From scholarships and grants to student loans, there are many ways we can help your child afford their studies.

The cost of a degree varies depending on the course. For domestic students, you can expect fees per 8-point subject to range from around $800 to $1300. If your child receives a Commonwealth supported place, they can access the HECS-HELP scheme. This means they’ll pay their tuition fees once they’re working and earning over a certain amount.

Your child can also speak to our financial support team, who will help them with budgeting, planning and applying for loans. We can even help them find a part-time job to boost their cash flow.

While a degree is certainly a big financial commitment, it's a wonderful investment in your child's future.

They sure can! An international study experience with CSU Global can open doors for your child. It'll give them that competitive edge employers look for – and they'll have an incredible experience to look back on.

Your child could choose to study abroad for part of their course, undertake work placements overseas, take a study tour during uni holidays or volunteer in another country.

Check out our international partnerships and see how your child can gain a truly global university experience.

At Charles Sturt University, your child is a person – not just another face in the lecture hall. Our smaller class sizes give your child the opportunity to really get to know their tutors. And we know personalised learning leads to higher success rates. That's why our academics are always available to discuss your child's studies – they want them to succeed just as much as you do!

We offer 24/7 on-campus security, campus patrols and first aid assistance. Your child can access our safe escort service after dark if they need to be accompanied from class or the library to their accommodation. We take that extra step to help your child feel safe and secure at all times.