How to Apply

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Are you a high school student? 

There are a number of different ways for high school students to apply to study with Southern Cross University.

Most year 12 students take advantage of our fantastic Early Offer program but you can also apply through UAC or QTAC.

How to apply

How to apply

Early Offer

You can apply directly to Southern Cross University and secure a place ahead of the pack and before your Year 12 results are released by applying for Early Offer. Early Offer enables Year 12 students to gain early entry to Southern Cross University on the basis of their school’s recommendation along with a predicted ATAR.

Early Offer matches an individual student to a particular Southern Cross University course setting them up for success in their chosen degree.

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Pathway Courses

If you do not meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree or you would benefit from a free preparation course to set you up for success you can enrol in one of our fantastic pathway courses offered through the SCU College.

Find out which pathway course would best suit you.

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University Admissions Centres

Students of any study level can also apply to study at Southern Cross University through the NSW Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).

Search for your preferred course and your preferred campus or online, and then list the course as your first preference through a UAC or QTAC application.

How to apply to UACs

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