Fees

• Tuition fees for international students are payable in arrears, that is, after each semester of the course, or each period of supervision, is completed.
• When an international student is offered a place in the College they will agree to enter into a legally binding agreement to pay fees in arrears. The agreement lists all tuition fees which a student is required to pay and when those payments are due for the whole of the course in which a student is enrolled.
• International student fees for undergraduate courses.
• For international student tuition fees for postgraduate courses see MA (Theol), MTh or PhD fees.

• Fees are charged by unit.
• The sum of all required units fees (domestic) in each academic year for 2024 is $24,200 for full-time on-campus study. See Current Unit Fees and Census Dates for Undergraduate courses.
• For off-campus study, see Current Unit Fees and Census Dates for Diploma of Biblical Theology.
• Fees can be paid upfront or via FEE-HELP (for eligible students).
• The Academic Board reserves the right to cancel the enrolment of any student whose fees are not paid by the due date. Fees and other amounts payable by students are determined by the College Governing Board and after preparation of the College budget in August prior to each academic year.

• Fees are charged by unit or period of supervision.
• Fees can be paid upfront or via FEE-HELP (for eligible students).
• Graduate Certificate of Anglican Ministry fees and census dates.
• Master of Arts (Theology) fees and census dates.
• Master of Theology fees and census dates.
• Doctor of Philosophy fees and census dates.
• Cross institutional students enrolling in Moore College MA (Theology) units for credit towards an Australian College of Theology (ACTh) masters pay normal Moore College fees. No other fees are payable to the ACTh for such units.

Studying at Moore College can be costly and so students need to think carefully about the expenses, and plan for how they will fund their education before they apply. This is even more important for international students (whether single or a family).

General information

Things to be aware of:

• Bursaries and Scholarships are available; however, they are competitive and will not cover all your expenses.
• The Student Support Fund has been established to help students raise funds while they’re at College.
• If you are an international student, you should not assume that you can simply work in Australia while you are here. To do so requires a specific visa that will allow you to work, and these usually limit the number of hours you may be employed. Visas must be secured before you leave your home country, and work visas take longer to secure.
• If you are travelling with a spouse and/or family, they will also need visas and proof that they can support themselves, or be supported financially.
• Australia is a country with a high standard of living and hence relatively high expenses for accommodation, food, travel, education, medical and incidental expenses.

Single student costs example

By way of example, a single Moore College student could expect annual costs as follows:

• Full-time undergraduate tuition fees: $21,950 (local students) or $26,400 (international students)
• Accommodation/Meals: $15,000-$20,000 (residents are provided with meals Monday – Friday). Includes: internet, gas, electricity and water.
• Groceries: $5,000-$10,000
• Public transport (bus, train, etc.): $500-$2000
• Car-related costs (registration, insurance, petrol): $3,000-$5,000
• Clothing: $500-$1,000
• Health insurance: $500-$1,000
• Utilities (phone, internet, gas, water and electricity): $1,000-$2,000
• Incidentals (entertainment, stationery, sports, toiletries, etc.): $500-$2000
• Additional education expenses (conferences, books, etc.): $500-$1,000

The estimated annual expenses range from approximately $48,000 AUD to $70,000 AUD. This includes the time while College is in session and while College is out of session. Note that not all of these costs will be incurred by all students.

Married student costs example

A family of 2 adults (with one Moore College student) and two preschool-aged children could expect annual costs as follows:

• Full-time undergraduate tuition fees: $21,950 (local students) or $26,400 (international students)
• Accommodation: $17,000-$30,000 depending on location.
• Utility costs can fluctuate based on the specific location. While internet and water are typically included in most places, students are responsible for their own gas (if connected) and electricity expenses. Estimated yearly costs for utilities like phone, gas, water, and electricity range from $1,000 to $2,000.
• Food: $10,000-$15,000
• Public transport (bus, train, etc.): $500-$2000
• Car-related costs (registration, insurance, petrol): $3,000-$5,000
• Clothing:$1,000-$2,000
• Health insurance: $500-$5,000
• Incidentals (entertainment, stationery, sports, toiletries, etc.): $500-$2000
• Additional education expenses (conferences, books, etc.) $500-$1,000

The estimated annual expenses range from approximately $58,000 AUD to $85,000 AUD. This includes the time while College is in session and while College is out of session. Note that not all of these costs will be incurred by all students.

If you’re an international student with school-age children, you would need to consider additional costs (e.g. primary school-age children need to pay fees of $13,000 per year, per child).

Other helpful links

The following are some helpful websites that might assist you:

• A helpful summary of Australian Government Support that’s available for students.
• The following budget planner can be used to estimate your income and expenses.
• General information for international students on fees and accommodation.
• Please also review the following website for visa conditions if you are planning to work whilst studying in order to generate income.
• Some of this information from Sydney University could be of assistance to you in managing your budget whilst at College.
• Students with a Centrelink Health Care Card can apply for Saver Plus. This provides $500 towards educational costs such as laptops, tablets and textbooks in a matched savings program.

If you’d like more information, please contact the Moore College Foundation at +61 (0)2 9577 9900 or foundation@moore.edu.au.

• Fees are charged by unit
• Current Fees and other charges for the Preliminary Theological Certificate.
• The Academic Board reserves the right to cancel the enrolment of any student whose fees are not paid by the due date. Fees and other amounts payable by students are determined by the College Governing Board and after preparation of the College budget in August prior to each academic year.

• FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that covers tuition fees.
• As an approved Higher Education Provider (HEP) under the Higher Education Support Act (2003) Moore College can offer FEE-HELP to eligible students. FEE-HELP can cover all or part of a student’s tuition fees.
• You are eligible for FEE-HELP if you meet certain conditions including:
  • undertaking study at an approved HEP
  • enrolled in an eligible unit of study
  • are an Australian citizen or meet the residency requirements
  • have a Tax File Number
  • have a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
  • have an available HELP balance
  • maintain a pass rate of 50% or above
• FEE HELP does not cover incidental fees or charges, accommodation or living expenses.
• There is a 20% government FEE-HELP loan fee for units of study in undergraduate courses.
  However, the Australian government has extended the FEE-HELP loan fee exemption until 31 December 2022 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

For more information visit the government’s Study Assist website.

• You may be eligible for the Single Income Family Supplement.
• You may be eligible for the Rent Assistance.
• The Moore College accredited courses are approved courses for AUSTUDY benefits. Our institution code with Centrelink is 2P002. Students must be 25 years or more and taking a full-time load of an approved course to be eligible for these benefits.
• The Concession Opal Card is available for eligible full-time students. Applications for the Concession Opal Card can be made on the Opal website.

• Rental rate $341 per week (includes rent, meals and internet) for single students accommodated at John Chapman House or other Moore College properties. All single undergraduate students can be accommodated at John Chapman House or other Moore College properties. Keys will be available from the Concierge Desk and payment of the following will be required at that time:
  • Deposit for keys: $40 ;
  • Room bond: $250
  • Total: $290
• For married students, rental rates vary with the type of accommodation. There is limited availability for married students and their families to be accommodated at Newtown, Croydon Park or Parramatta.

More on accommodation

The College receives donations and other income to provide financial assistance to students with financial needs. Enrolled students with financial difficulties are encouraged to contact the Dean of Students on a confidential basis.

Ready to apply to study with us at Moore?

Under special circumstances, students may be eligible for a refund of tuition fees. For more information, refer to the relevant Moore College policy and procedure:

• Refund and Re-credit Policy for Domestic Students
• Refund Policy for International Students
• Refund and Re-credit Procedure

The form to request a refund or re-credit of fees is:  Student Tuition Fee Refund and Re-credit Form.docx