This list provides estimated annual costs for international students at 10 of Australia's highest-ranked universities. Note: All figures are indicative, subject to change, and typically represent the range for standard Bachelor's or Master's coursework degrees. Research programs often have different fees and dedicated scholarships (RTP) that cover costs.

1. The University of Melbourne (UoM)

1. Location: Melbourne, Victoria (High cost of living city)
2. Course Fee (Annual Estimate): AUD $38,000 – $56,000 (e.g., Arts starting lower, Science/Engineering/Postgraduate Business starting higher).
3. Accommodation Cost (Weekly Estimate):
4. On-Campus/Residential College: AUD $350 – $700 (often includes meals/utilities).
5. Shared Rental (Off-Campus): AUD $200 – $400 (per person).
6. Other Relevant Costs: Melbourne is generally one of the most expensive cities for rent. The mandatory Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) are additional annual costs.

2. The University of Sydney (USyd)

1. Location: Sydney, New South Wales (High cost of living city)
2. Course Fee (Annual Estimate): AUD $40,000 – $62,000 (e.g., Arts/Humanities starting lower, Medicine/Engineering/High-Demand Master's programs starting higher).
3. Accommodation Cost (Weekly Estimate):
4. On-Campus/Residential College: AUD $380 – $680 (varies greatly by inclusion/style).
5. Shared Rental (Off-Campus): AUD $250 – $450 (per person, high due to city demand).
6. Other Relevant Costs: Sydney's rental market is highly competitive and expensive. Students should budget significantly for transport (Opal card) and initial costs like rental bonds (usually four weeks' rent).

3. Australian National University (ANU)

1. Location: Canberra, ACT (Mid-to-High cost of living city)
2. Course Fee (Annual Estimate): AUD $38,000 – $50,000 (Fees are often consistent across many disciplines).
3. Accommodation Cost (Weekly Estimate):
4. On-Campus (ANU Residences): AUD $250 – $450 (varies from self-catered to fully-catered).
5. Shared Rental (Off-Campus): AUD $180 – $350 (Canberra is generally more affordable than Sydney/Melbourne for rent).
6. Other Relevant Costs: ANU guarantees accommodation for all first-year undergraduate students, which helps with initial settling costs. The university also charges the SSAF.

4. University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney)

1. Location: Sydney, New South Wales (High cost of living city)
2. Course Fee (Annual Estimate): AUD $40,000 – $60,500 (Known for its high fees, especially in high-demand fields like Engineering and Computer Science).
3. Accommodation Cost (Weekly Estimate):
4. On-Campus (PBSA/Colleges): AUD $350 – $650 (High demand, located in a desirable, expensive area of Sydney).
5. Shared Rental (Off-Campus): AUD $250 – $450 (per person).
6. Other Relevant Costs: Being in Sydney, all general living costs (transport, utilities, food) align with the higher end of the Australian range.

5. Monash University

1. Location: Melbourne, Victoria (High cost of living city, multiple campuses including Clayton and Caulfield)
2. Course Fee (Annual Estimate): AUD $40,000 – $55,000 (Comparable to other major universities, with high fees for Commerce/IT/Medicine).
3. Accommodation Cost (Weekly Estimate):
4. On-Campus: AUD $340 – $450 (Monash offers extensive on-campus options, often including utilities).
5. Shared Rental (Off-Campus): AUD $180 – $350 (Off-campus costs near the major Clayton campus can be slightly lower than inner-city Melbourne).
6. Other Relevant Costs: The Clayton campus is further from the CBD, potentially reducing rental costs but increasing commuting costs (which may be subsidized for students).

6. The University of Queensland (UQ)

1. Location: Brisbane, Queensland (Mid-to-High cost of living city)
2. Course Fee (Annual Estimate): AUD $38,000 – $55,000 (High fees for Engineering/Science).
3. Accommodation Cost (Weekly Estimate):
4. On-Campus (Residential Colleges): AUD $300 – $600 (often fully catered).
5. Shared Rental (Off-Campus): AUD $180 – $350 (Brisbane is generally more affordable than Sydney/Melbourne).
6. Other Relevant Costs: The main campus at St Lucia is near the city, offering many rental options. Brisbane has a slightly lower overall cost of living than the southern capitals.

7. The University of Western Australia (UWA)

1. Location: Perth, Western Australia (Mid cost of living city)
2. Course Fee (Annual Estimate): AUD $36,000 – $48,000 (Fees are often mid-range compared to East Coast Go8 universities).
3. Accommodation Cost (Weekly Estimate):
4. On-Campus (Residential Colleges): AUD $300 – $550.
5. Shared Rental (Off-Campus): AUD $170 – $320 (Perth's cost of living is often considered more manageable than Sydney or Melbourne).
6. Other Relevant Costs: International students in Perth receive discounts on public transport, a significant saving compared to other major cities.

8. The University of Adelaide

1. Location: Adelaide, South Australia (Lower cost of living city)
2. Course Fee (Annual Estimate): AUD $35,000 – $45,000 (Generally lower fees than the major East Coast universities).
3. Accommodation Cost (Weekly Estimate):
4. On-Campus/PBSA: AUD $250 – $500.
5. Shared Rental (Off-Campus): AUD $150 – $280 (Adelaide has a reputation for being Australia's most affordable major city for accommodation).
6. Other Relevant Costs: Students benefit from lower general living expenses and a city that is highly navigable by public transport or walking.

9. University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

1. Location: Sydney, New South Wales (High cost of living city, inner-city campus)
2. Course Fee (Annual Estimate): AUD $40,000 – $55,000 (Known for high fees in Technology, Design, and Business programs).
3. Accommodation Cost (Weekly Estimate):
4. On-Campus (UTS Housing): AUD $350 – $550 (Located in prime inner-city areas like Ultimo).
5. Shared Rental (Off-Campus): AUD $250 – $450 (Inner-city rent is at the top end of the Australian scale).
6. Other Relevant Costs: Located in Sydney's CBD, transport costs may be lower if you live close, but rental costs are extremely high.

10. University of Wollongong (UOW)

1. Location: Wollongong, New South Wales (Lower cost of living regional city)
2. Course Fee (Annual Estimate): AUD $30,000 – $45,000 (Generally lower than major metropolitan universities).
3. Accommodation Cost (Weekly Estimate):
4. On-Campus: AUD $250 – $400 (UOW has extensive, well-regarded on-campus housing).
5. Shared Rental (Off-Campus): AUD $150 – $280 (Wollongong offers significant savings on rent compared to Sydney, which is an hour away).
6. Other Relevant Costs: UOW offers a high-quality education in a regional center, providing a more affordable option for students while still being close to Sydney.

Australian Government Minimum Living Cost Requirement

For visa purposes, the Australian Department of Home Affairs requires a single student to demonstrate financial capacity for annual living costs of at least AUD $29,710 (not including course fees).

The actual weekly budget for general living (food, utilities, transport, personal expenses) often falls between AUD $350 and $600, depending heavily on the city and lifesty