UFExchange Monash University Melbourne, Australia
The University of Florida’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences offers students the opportunity to study in Melbourne, Australia at Monash University. Students can study Fast Facts during the fall, spring, or academic year. Founded: 1958 Enrollment: 60,000+ About the University Type: Public Research University Monash University is ranked in the world’s top 100 universities by QS World Ranking and is a member of the prestigious Group of Eight, a coalition of Australia’s largest and oldest universities that are consistently ranked highest of all Australian universities. Monash is in Melbourne, but they also have a Malaysia campus, which is open to UF students.
Requirements/Eligibility • Open to all CLAS and CALS majors (Science majors, including pre-med/dental/vet students, are encouraged to apply) • Required GPA: 3.0 • Students must have completed 12 hours of coursework at UF • Two letters of recommendation (No family members or personal friends) • Official Transcript • Statement of Purpose • Interview with Dr. Brian Harfe, CLAS Associate Dean • Each applicant must be nominated by UF and then apply to the exchange partner as an international exchange student
Location Melbourne, Victoria, is a vibrant city in Southeastern Australia. This is the place to be if you want a diverse mix of city and nature! You can do everything here, from relaxing on beaches, to visiting museums, and shopping at local markets. Situated right next to the Great Ocean Road, Melbourne is the perfect city to explore.
Housing Exchange students are offered a range of accomodation options to suit different personalities, budgets, and lifestyles. The university has full-time staff dedicated to assisting incoming students with their housing questions.
Contact Information
UFIC Study Abroad Advisor: UF Faculty Manager: Kayleigh Nemeth Dr. Brian Harfe [email protected] [email protected] 352-273-1508 352-294-1955 www.monash.edu Tuition Tuition at the host school is waived for exchange students, who instead pay tuition directly to the University of Florida at their usual tuition rate.
Financial Aid University of Florida students needing financial aid should apply through UF Student Financial Affairs. Normal eligibility for aid may be used while studying abroad as an exchange student. This includes using the Bright Futures scholarship and the Florida Pre- Paid College Plan.
Scholarships For fall, spring, and academic-year scholarships administered by the University of Florida International Center, the deadlines for application are: early March for programs starting in fall; and early October for programs starting in spring. Applications forms are available on the UF International Center web site: www.internationalcenter.ufl.edu
Health Insurance Students will be billed for mandatory international health insurance which includes emergency medical assistance.
Fees Due A $375 non-refundable fee is required within seven Application Deadlines days of applying online. Students who will receive Fall and Academic Year: early May financial aid may contact the University of Florida Spring: mid-October International Center to arrange deferment until the Note: Some exchange programs have earlier disbursement of their financial aid. deadlines.
For details and how to apply, please visit: internationalcenter.ufl.edu 170 Hub * PO Box 113225 * Gainesville, FL 32611-3225 Phone: 352-273-1539 * Fax: 352-392-5575 * Email: [email protected]