University Study in Australia: James Cook University
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Review the eligibility requirements and apply on or before the listed deadline by submitting all items listed under the application checklist to the appropriate location.

Program Contact


If you have questions regarding the application process, special needs, eligibility, or need assistance completing the requested forms, please contact:

Sarah Young at sarahy@umn.edu or call 612.624.1537.

Application Checklist

Follow this checklist to apply for the program.

Review the Eligibility Requirements
Apply by the Application Deadline
Apply for your passport
Research Scholarship Possibilities
Plan to attend the mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation
Print and submit the following pieces to the Learning Abroad Center (map):

  • Print and Submit: Application Checklist
  • Learning Abroad Application
    On the top portion of the form, please indicate the following to help us identify your program:

    Program Name: University Study in Australia
    Sponsor: LAC
    Program Track/Host Institution: James Cook University

  • College Transcript
    Submit an official or unofficial copy of your college transcript from each institution you have attended or are currently attending.

  • Signature Form
    Print this form from AustraLearn's Study Abroad Application page. Please note: You must create a MyLearn account on AustraLearn's website in order to obtain this form. Read and sign the student declaration section. The rest of it must be completed by the Learning Abroad Center. Allow approximately 2 weeks for processing.

Complete and submit the following pieces to AustraLearn:

  • AustraLearn Application
    Go to AustraLearn's website to fill out their on-line application. Click on "Apply Now" and follow the directions indicated. It is your responsibility to remain in contact with AustraLearn to be certain that your application is complete by the application deadline.

  • Faculty Recommendation Form
    Print this form off of AustraLearn's website and follow the directions indicated.

  • Four Passport Photos

  • College Transcript
    Submit an official copy of your college transcript from each institution you have attended or are currently attending.

  • Application Fee
    Submit a $30 application fee payable to AustraLearn.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a University of Minnesota sponsored program which is offered in partnership with AustraLearn. This is why you will complete application materials for the Learning Abroad Center and AustraLearn.

Eligibility Requirements
Students meeting the criteria below are qualified to apply for this program:

Language Level No language prerequisite
GPA

2.8
Class Standing University of Minnesota sophomore and above

Program Dates & Application Deadlines


Print and submit complete applications to the Learning Abroad Center according to the appropriate deadline:

Term
Program Dates
Deadline
Spring Semester
Early Feb–mid June
Nov 1
Calendar Year
Early Feb–late Nov
Nov 1
Fall Semester
Early July–late Nov
April 1
Academic Year
Early July-mid June
April 1

*If the deadline falls on a weekend, submit your materials on the following business day.

Next Steps

Here's what to expect after submitting your application to the Learning Abroad Center:

  1. The Learning Abroad Center sends an email notification to confirm your application has been received.
  2. The Learning Abroad Center emails you to request any missing items if your application is incomplete.
  3. Once the Learning Abroad Center has reviewed your completed application, we email you with your status. This email contains important instructions to follow after you have received your acceptance notice from your university/co-sponsor.
  4. The university/co-sponsor emails you with a final decision regarding your acceptance into the program. This can take a week to several months.
  5. If accepted, follow the instructions outlined in the Learning Abroad Center email referred to in Step #3. You need to pay a program deposit to the Learning Abroad Center. (Do not pay a deposit to your university/co-sponsor.)
  6. Submit additional information and materials if requested by the university/co-sponsor.
  7. If you choose not to participate in the program, email your Learning Abroad Center program contact and your university/co-sponsor contact.
 
Last modified on June 27, 2008