Australia - Western Sydney Univ.Learn more at www.uncw.edu/abroad

Program Facts

Application & Eligibility

Location ....................................................Parramatta, AustraliaCity Population ..............................................................157,700University Enrollment ........................................................9,300

WSU has 4 other campuses in: Bankstown, Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, and Penrith

Type of Program .............................. Exchange & Study Abroad

Program Dates Fall .................................................. Late July to Late NovemberSpring .............................................. Mid-February to Late June

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester/Academic Year ................................. February 15 Spring Semester ........................................................ October 1

Eligibility

Students are eligible to apply for this program if they meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Degree-seeking student• At least sophomore standing at time of participation• Good judicial standing• 2.5+ GPA at time of application

Program OverviewThe exchange and study abroad program at the Western Sydney University (WSU) provides students with the opportunity to study a variety of subjects in the greater metropolitan area of Sydney. UNCW students can study at any of WSU’s five campuses, although campus selection will depend largely on the types of courses to be taken.

AcademicsStudents accepted into the UNC Wilmington education abroad program with Western Sydney University will receive credit toward their degree requirements for most majors. Areas of study available include agriculture and horticulture, arts, business, creative and communication arts, engineering and information technology, forensics, health sciences, sports studies, law, policing and criminology, psychology, sciences, social sciences, tourism and hospitality. This program is approved by the Cameron School of Business for business students.

This program is available as:

• Exchange – This means you pay your regular tuition and fees to UNCW, and your room and board costs abroad.

• Study Abroad – This means you pay host university tuition, fees, room and board abroad.

With each option, there will be additional costs for international airfare, passport, visa, health insurance, and local transportation. Please meet with an advisor at the Office of International Programs to discuss which option is best for you.

Program Cost

Federal and state financial aid may be applied toward this program. Even if you are normally ineligible for financial aid, you should submit a financial aid application (FAFSA). You may find that you are eligible for additional funding.

UNCW students may also apply for a UNCW Education Abroad Grant and additional study abroad scholarships. Grant applications and additional information are available at: www.uncw.edu/international/abroad/aid.html

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Western Sydney University offers students relative proximity to the many sights of downtown Sydney, including the Sydney Opera House, Harbor Bridge and Darling Harbor, as well as Sydney area beaches. The Blue Mountains, which provide opportunities for hiking, camping and sightseeing, are only an hour’s drive west. Longer trips to Melbourne, Brisbane, Tasmania and New Zealand are also possible via train, plane or ferry.

Surrounding Area

Each of the WSU campuses offers slightly different accommodation options, ranging from fully furnished, self-catered, single rooms in halls of residence, to four bedroom villas or townhouses. Western Sydney University staff will assist students with housing arrangements, early accommodation applications are highly encouraged.

Housing

The Western Sydney University offers students a comprehensive range of activities, events, programs and services both on and off campus, plus a variety of student groups, clubs and societies help create a vibrant campus culture. Depending on the campus, students may find themselves in a bustling metropolis with a rich historic background, a multicultural city that’s abundant with parks and nature reserves, or a more peaceful rural community with Colonial era buildings. Each environment provides students with unique social opportunities. In particular, the Parramatta commercial and retail center boasts one of the largest shopping centers in the southern hemisphere with everything that a student might need, while a popular restaurant strip provides cuisine from around the world.

Student Life

Finances

Office of International Programs | 118 Friday Annex | UNC Wilmington | 601 South College Rd. | Wilmington, NC 28403-5965 | 910.962.3685 | studyabroad@uncw.edu

WebsitesWestern Sydney University:

http://www.westernsydney.edu.au/Parramatta Tourist Information:

www.parracity.nsw.gov.auUNCW Office of International Programs:

www.uncw.edu/abroad