Amanda Carroll
Senior Regional Manager - Americas USA and Canada
Based in: Boise, ID
AIRR-NA Member Institution
James Cook University
Townsville, Australia
Institution at a Glance
- Year founded
- 1961
- Institution type
- Public International University
- Campus setting
- Suburban
- Population category
- Large (15,000–29,999 students)
- Degree levels
- Postgraduate, Undergraduate
- Undergraduate length
- 3-year
- Undergraduate students
- 17,000
- Postgraduate students
- 5,000
About the Institution
JCU is dedicated to helping the world's tropical regions prosper, give back to the community and provide exceptional academics. With a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, you will study at top rated programs in the world, including the #1 Marine Sciences course. JCU is surrounded by lush rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef and unmatched scenery. Students have excellent career outcomes and is #1 in Queensland for full-time employment. Study at JCU for our excellent academics and vibrant student life!
North American Representatives
Academics and Programs
Undergraduate study
Marine Sciences
Environmental Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Engineering
Psychology
Postgraduate study
Master of Marine Biology
Master of Science (Professional)
Master of Information Technology
Master of International Tourism & Hospitality
Management
Master of Engineering (Professional)
Master of Public Health – Master of Business
Administration
Master of Global Development
Areas represented: Business, Dentistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, Marine Science, Medicine
Admissions and Applications
Application type
Direct
Entry requirements
Depending on Program (Medicine & Dentistry refer to our website) -
High School Diploma or Equivalent (2.8- -3.0 minimum)
ACT/SAT not required but can be used for assessment
Applications, dates and deadlines
Trimester 1 courses: January 21st
Trimester 2 courses: July 24th
Trimester 3 courses: September 8th
Application deadlines vary by program, follow link below:
https://www.jcu.edu.au/australian-students/application-due-dates
How to apply
Direct Application through JCU Website
Standardized testing
JCU is test optional
Costs, Scholarships, and Funding
Tuition and fees
$20,000-25,000
Estimated cost of living
$15,000
Scholarships and funding
JCU International Excellence Scholarship:
Value: 25% tuition fee reduction
Vice Chancellor's International Student Scholarship:
Value: 50% partial fee waiver, and up to a 100% fee waiver for the minimum course duration.
JCU Research Scholarships
https://www.jcu.edu.au/international-students/fees-and-costs/scholarships-and-financial-aid