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Australia enjoys one of the highest standards of living in the world while remaining affordable.
An average international student in Australia can expect to pay about A$300 a week on:
- accommodation;
- food;
- clothing;
- entertainment;
- transport;
- international and domestic travel;
- telephone; and
- incidental costs.
You could spend more or less depending on where you live, your lifestyle and your course.
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Accommodation options |
Approximate cost |
Homestay |
A$110¨C270 a week |
Homestay is a great way for younger international students to immerse themselves in Australian life, and benefit from the safety and supervision of adults. Meals are usually included in the cost, but self-catering Homestay is sometimes available. Single or shared rooms are available.
Institutions maintain registers of families who board international students during the academic year. Institutions check that these families are reputable and offer accommodation at a reasonable standard. |
Hostels and guest houses |
A$80¨C135 a week |
Hostels are usually run by organisations such as Youth Hostels Australia and the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA). Students share kitchen and bathroom facilities. |
Shared accommodation
Rental accommodation |
A$70¨C250 a week
A$100¨C300 a week |
Sharing off-campus accommodation is very popular with international students. You should look for advertisements on campus noticeboards and local newspapers. Expect that you will have to provide your own furniture.
When renting a house, apartment or bed sitter, landlords require rent to be paid in advance, and will require a security bond equal to one months¡¯ rent. |
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