Study Abroad in Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne is home to several accredited institutions, including, but not limited to, the University of Melbourne, Monash University, RMIT University, Victoria University, and La Trobe University. Needless to say, students can choose from just about any subject and major of study in Melbourne, and select from some of the world’s top ranked universities.

Courses are taught in English and are comparable to classes in many Western countries. Most universities operate on a two semester schedule, each with 12 teaching weeks, from early March to early May, and late July to late October. Most study abroad programs in Melbourne are offered for a semester or a full year, with options for summer study abroad as well.

Whether students take business classes at the University of Melbourne, computer science at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT), or study history and culture at Monash University, Melbourne has a program for everyone.

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Best summer in January ever!

September 01, 2025by: Laura Phillips - United StatesProgram: USAC Australia: Melbourne - Full Curriculum

7

I loved this experience I endured in January! Although it was a little bit difficult to navigate the course work, I still had a blast! I absolutely loved be able to surf and go on so many excursions that were offered! (Especially skydiving ;)

The best experience of my life

June 19, 2024by: Brooke Brengartner - United StatesProgram: USAC Australia: Melbourne - Full Curriculum

9

I dreamt about going to Australia since I was old enough to remember. I always had this mental map of what I expected it to look and feel like, but studying abroad through USAC showed me so much for than I planned for. The unique culture of Melbourne, the laid back attitudes, famous coffee, and the student experience all combined to make my time abroad amazing. I learned so much about myself while abroad, and I will highly recommend any student looking for a study abroad to go through USAC and consider the Melbourne program. This experience was irreplaceable by far, and I made lifelong best friends from around the world.

Best summer in January ever!

September 01, 2025by: Laura Phillips - United StatesProgram: USAC Australia: Melbourne - Full Curriculum

7

I loved this experience I endured in January! Although it was a little bit difficult to navigate the course work, I still had a blast! I absolutely loved be able to surf and go on so many excursions that were offered! (Especially skydiving ;)

The best experience of my life

June 19, 2024by: Brooke Brengartner - United StatesProgram: USAC Australia: Melbourne - Full Curriculum

9

I dreamt about going to Australia since I was old enough to remember. I always had this mental map of what I expected it to look and feel like, but studying abroad through USAC showed me so much for than I planned for. The unique culture of Melbourne, the laid back attitudes, famous coffee, and the student experience all combined to make my time abroad amazing. I learned so much about myself while abroad, and I will highly recommend any student looking for a study abroad to go through USAC and consider the Melbourne program. This experience was irreplaceable by far, and I made lifelong best friends from around the world.