Programs by Region

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, CANBERRA

Program Provider: Australian National University (ANU)

Program Site: The spacious ANU campus is a 10-minute walk from Canberra’s civic center.

Duration: Fall, Spring or Year. Fall semester (ANU’s Semester 2) runs from mid-July to late November. Spring semester (ANU’s Semester 1) runs from mid-February to late June.

Description: Canberra, as the capital of Australia, is a great setting for students interested in politics, public policy, and international relations. Canberra and the ANU campus have a wealth of resources and there are many outdoor recreation areas nearby.

The Australian National University is internationally recognized both in research and teaching. The ANU is ranked #1 in Australia and in the top 20 worldwide; the ANU has about 16,000 students, a quarter of whom are international students. Study abroad students are directly enrolled in classes with Australian students.

Academics: A wide selection of courses is available in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences, including engineering. Students can take courses in the College of Arts and Social Sciences, College of Science, College of Engineering, College of Commerce, or the College of Asia and the Pacific. Fine Arts majors and minors can take studio arts courses at ANU’s highly regarded School of Art.

Course load and Credit: Students take 4 courses and earn a maximum of 16 per semester.

Accommodations: Students are guaranteed on-campus housing in a residential college where they will have ample opportunities to interact with Australian students. Some residence halls have meal plans, while others are “self-catered” with kitchens available.

Activities and Other Program Features: ANU has a wide range of student clubs and societies that USC students are encouraged to join. ANU’s residential colleges are active communities with intramural sports and a variety of social activities.

Eligibility: Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.

Estimated Semester Cost:
Tuition....................................................$15,202
Additional Expenses*................................$14,902
Total.......................................................$30,103

Cost Updated: 04/30/12
Text Updated: 7/7/11

*Additional expenses include estimated costs for airfare, room and board, books and supplies, health insurance, and personal expenses (which can vary greatly from student to student). USC financial aid, scholarships, and tuition remission may be applied to program costs. Please visit the Office of Overseas Studies for more detailed cost information.