Australia National University - Canberra

at-a-glance:

Studying at ANU is an excellent opportunity for the Australia bound. Located in Canberra, home of many of the country’s cultural treasures, ANU continues to be one of Australia’s most distinguished university’s with a special strength of integrating teaching and research. Outstanding facilities are on site, including nine libraries and an astronomy observatory. In addition, the university’s relatively small size and internationally diverse student population provides opportunities for personal attention in one’s academic life and a dynamic social atmosphere.

academics

You'll find professors at the top of their fields at ANU. Consider the outstanding programs in Asian studies, art, music, economics, linguistics, and political science. ANU also is home to the Australian National Internship Program, which offers several unique internships, including an opportunity to intern with a Member of Parliament.

Academic Links:

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student life

Australian National University, located in the capital city of Canberra, is one of Australia’s most prestigious universities, with a research focus that augments its outstanding teaching. As a smaller university of 13,000 domestic and international students, ANU can give you personal attention and the liveliness of a diverse student base. The campus offers incredible facilities, including the fastest supercomputer in the Southern Hemisphere, an astronomy observatory, and excellent performing arts venues. Australia’s national libraries and art galleries are conveniently located nearby.

The ANU Student's Association sponsors social and cultural activities and numerous sports clubs. Be sure to take advantage of the boathouse, courts, playing fields, and sports complex, which includes two indoor climbing walls!

housing

Students live in one of ANU’s residential colleges. Each college is its own community, and you can take advantage of their musical, social, and athletic activities. Some colleges offer meal plans, while others are self-catered.

location

Canberra is vibrant and diverse, with a young population and a tranquil but cosmopolitan lifestyle. The capital city of Australia is beautifully laid out and full of impressive architecture and perfectly tended parks and lawns. Some of Australia’s greatest treasures are here-the National Gallery, the National Library, and the National Museum of Australia are all just a short ride from the university. Canberra is also home to the Australian War memorial, and the Australian Institute of Sports offers the best facilities in the Southern Hemisphere.

   

Because of its cosmopolitan population, the city has many cafes and eateries of all ethnic types. Canberra is home to two universities, so the city has a lively student population and a great nightlife.

   

Canberra is part of the Australian Capital Territory, the Australian equivalent of Washington DC. The city’s central location makes it the perfect home base for exploring the rest of the country. Just a half hour south are the bushwalking trails and picnic grounds of the Namagdi National Park, which makes up nearly half of the Australian Capital Territory. Sydney is three hours by car, and Canberra sits balanced just ninety minutes from the coast and ninety minutes from the ski areas. Canberra is a great place to experience a variety of activities city life, beaches, sports and outdoor adventure.

expenses

Program Costs: Semester Costs, Summer Costs

application

Canberra Application