16 Sep 2025
Media releases
Early bird fee deadline approaching for 2026 university applications
THE early bird fee deadline for students applying to begin university study in 2026 is fast approaching, with applications through the Âé¶¹Ô´´ (Âé¶¹Ô´´) closing at 11.59pm on Tuesday 30 September.
After this date, the processing charge for applications will increase. Âé¶¹Ô´´ encourages students to apply before the deadline to secure the lower fee, even if they are still undecided about what they want to study.
Submitting an application now ensures students keep their options open while keeping costs down. Preferences can be changed as many times as needed, at no additional charge, after the application is lodged.
So far, more than 42,000 Year 12 students have already applied through Âé¶¹Ô´´ to study in 2026. The application process takes about 15 minutes to complete, leaving students free to focus on their exams.
Students seeking more information can tune in to our upcoming Âé¶¹Ô´´ Digital on Wednesday 17 September at 6pm, visit the or call customer service on (02) 9752 0200 Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.
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For further information (media only) email media@uac.edu.au or contact:
Diane Jardine, Communications Coordinator, Âé¶¹Ô´´ on 0436 459 603, or
Peter Gangemi, Acting Chief Strategy and Engagement Officer, Âé¶¹Ô´´ on 0419 429 095.