Study Abroad in Melbourne, Australia

Study Abroad in Melbourne, Australia

Location
  • Australia
    • Melbourne
Term
Fall, Spring
Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships, Payment plans, LGBTQIA+ funding, BIPOC funding
Health & Safety

Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
Bachelors
Housing
Apartment

Pricing

Starting Price
10000
Aug 24, 2025
Aug 26, 2024
7 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Renowned as the sporting capital of Australia, Melbourne is a city of athletes and artists alike – offering up surprisingly European vibes and a distinctly Australian attitude.

Take a chance and brave the city’s temperamental weather to stroll the iconic cobblestone streets, back-alley cafes, and artistic neighborhoods of the inner suburbs, or pay a visit to one of Melbourne’s world-class museums. Whether you’re taking in the views of Port Phillip Bay, catching a 'footy' game, or sampling some of Melbourne’s diverse cuisine, you are sure to feel the excitement and get inspired by your semester down under in Melbourne.

COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

Students praise the program for its strong support, convenient city-center housing, and rich cultural activities that enhance learning beyond the classroom.

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Diversity & Inclusion 💙

Our team is committed to providing exceptional support through identity-focused advising and resources for students, university partners, and staff. We have developed our Community and Impact Committee to help serve all students and stakeholders, particularly the needs of underrepresented student populations.
Our team is committed to providing exceptional support through identity-focused advising and resources for students, university partners, and staff. We have developed our Community and Impact Committee to help serve all students and stakeholders, particularly the needs of underrepresented student populations.
WorldStrides is devoted to facilitating quality programming to students with varying levels of neurodivergence. Our Health & Safety team is available to answer questions about insurance and medication, as well as provide students with materials on overseas access to support.
We are dedicated to facilitating quality programming to students with varying levels of accessibility. With our wide portfolio of program types and locations we’re confident there is a suitable and accessible program for each student. Accommodations abroad can be complex and take time, so those with accessibility needs should inform WorldStrides of any accommodations requests as early as possible in the advising process.

Impact 🌎

We have partnered with Fill it Forward to engage team members and program participants in waste reduction practices. The goal is to encourage the elimination of single-use waste. Every QR code scan shows the impact of reusable bottles and unlocks a donation to environmental impact groups.
WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

Program Highlights

  • Melbourne was voted 3rd most livable city in the world and #1 in the southern hemisphere.
  • University of Melbourne is consistently ranked in the top two universities in Australia and within the top 50 in the world
  • It would take around 29 years to visit one new Aussie beach every day (there are 10,685 of them!)
  • The 5-day Australia Orientation takes place in the northern city of Cairns, famous for its tropical atmosphere and access to the Great Barrier Reef.
  • At RMIT, participate in our Cultural Events Program – designed to introduce you to the local Melbourne scene

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University of Melbourne

Experience living in downtown Melbourne while earning credits in your field of study at one of the top-ranked universities in Australia and the world.

RMIT University

Enjoy a semester at a university known for its hands-on approach to learning, located in Melbourne—a city celebrated for its culture, creativity, and livability.

Program Reviews

4.95 Rating
based on 20 reviews
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  • 4 rating 5%
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  • Academics 4.1
  • Support 5
  • Fun 4.8
  • Housing 4.7
  • Safety 5
Showing 1 - 8 of 20 reviews
Gavin
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Studying at Uni Melb

My experience in Melbourne this past semester was the absolute BEST! I was able to study at the University of Melbourne's Victorian College of The Arts in their Music Theatre course in which I made the most life-changing connections and had the most fun while exploring the incredible city of Melbourne. I would recommend Melbourne to anyone studying in Australia as there is a perfect mix of city in with the surrounding nature. Melbourne is often rated as the most livable city in the world and it really lived up to it!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
I ate Crocodile, Emu, and Kangaroo!
Pros
  • Livable city
  • Tons of support through TEAN
  • Incredible academics
Cons
  • No choice in housing - one option
132 people found this review helpful.
Celia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best Experience of My Life

Seriously, these months were the best of my life so far. Melbourne is an amazing city. There's so much art and good food, and there's always something to do. I attended the University of Melbourne, and the courses that I took were on the easy side, largely because I was doing what would count towards Gen Ed at my home university. The people in Australia are so friendly and lovely, and I felt very safe there, even in the middle of the CBD. I can't wait to go back someday. Make the most of your time there, or anywhere abroad!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Have fun, experience as much as you can. There will be hard times, but they will be so worth it. It will strengthen you as a person and teach you so much about yourself and the world around you. Don't be embarrassed about not knowing things or not knowing how to do things, you'll only miss out. You can't push yourself every second, you'd burn out, but a lot of the things I was the most scared about were the most fun. And for anyone that goes to Melbourne, go to Philip Island! And any UniMelb people, look into the wakeboarding club weekend, one of my favorite things I did there.
Pros
  • Made friends for life
  • Saw and experienced amazing things
  • Lived somewhere safe, diverse, and full of opportunities
Cons
  • It is a bit colder than I expected, but not terrible
  • A very busy city (which I liked but some did not)
122 people found this review helpful.
Lauren
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best Summer in Melbourne

This trip was the best experience of my entire life so far! The memories that I have gained from going to Australia are unmatched. If you are debating on if you should go, just go!! I grew so much in my confidence, made amazing friends from all over the world, learned from the best of those in my aspired career, and took part in Australian culture. I also had the opportunity to attend fun sporting events, travel to other areas of Australia, and work alongside well-known athletes! Australians are some of the nicest bunch of people; they made the experience a lot more fun!

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
I have done so many surprising things on this trip that I never thought I would be able to do in my life. One of the most fun things was being able to attend the World Cup. The energy from the fans was incredible! Another surprising thing was just navigating the city with my friends. There was always something fun going on in the heart of the city and there was never a dull moment.
Pros
  • Australians are some of the nicest people ever
  • Sporting events are so much fun and everyone if full of team spirit
  • The work enviroment in Australia is a-lot more relaxed and fun
Cons
  • The whether was definitely very gloomy most of the time
  • Getting around can be a bit difficult with the trains
  • Living in the heart of the city can be loud at times
164 people found this review helpful.
Jaya
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Australia Summer Study Abroad

I had the time of my life. I feel like the two months I spent in Australia were a movie. So much happened, and I learned a lot about myself and my future profession. I made friends with people that I never would have even known had I not gone. At my gym, I learned new skills like how to coach children and how to properly execute and teach different lifts. I also got to discover some cultural differences in coaching styles in Australia vs the USA. I made friends with and met some professional athletes and even sat front row of my new favorite sports AFL and Rugby. I definitely recommend it.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Go as many places as you can! Australia has a lot of really cool cities that are just a short plane ride away. I got to see Quokkas in Perth, Tasmanian Devils in Tasmania, the Sydney Opera House, and New Zealand while on my program.
Pros
  • The locals were amazing and very nice.
  • My group of interns were so full of personality, it made everyday an adventure.
  • The work experience
Cons
  • Depending on if you get a random in your dorm apartment things could get a bit wierd
  • The food was just okay. I ended up eating a lot of Chinese food
  • It was hard to find seasoning
161 people found this review helpful.
Moyii
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Melbourne Study Abroad

I had a great time getting a taste of a new environment. Being on the opposite side of the world comes with diverse cultures, dialects, and cuisine. I was able to experience life from a viewpoint different from my home and I discovered different parts of me. Melbourne has so many events going on during the day and night, truly feels like the city never sleeps. It is perfect for whatever your hopes and desires!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
I chose to go bungee jumping and after walking up all the flight of stairs I thought I was preparing. I was wrong, as soon as I was strapped up and at the edge I literally could not breathe. I was being dramatic but I couldn’t turn back at that point, they were just counting down. I closed my eyes and jumped and once there was no turning back it was enjoyable. It was fun but weird bouncing up and down waiting to be reeled in.
Pros
  • Beautiful environment and scenery
  • Diverse Cultures
  • Positive energy and vibes
Cons
  • I went in the winter and it was actually cold?
  • Traffic coming into city
159 people found this review helpful.
Michael
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Melb Baby!

Studying abroad in Melbourne, Australia was amazing and so impactful. TEAN helped me get all my paperwork done in a timely manner and were very helpful in making sure I was on time for everything. Melb itself is a beautiful city that has so much to offer on every corner. It is full of rich culture and has incredible food, coffee, art, and music. The place has something new waiting for you always. If you love the arts then Melb is totally for you. You don't need to look at a phone at any point as there is just so much street art or someone performing on the street. I attended RMIT University which was right in the CBD. Its modernism was cool to see next to some historical buildings. The city is thriving with new buildings going up everywhere. It truly is booming. I met some pretty awesome people as well and was able to create friendships that will last forever. Overall, the experience was superb and going through TEAN was easy to do. I reccomend Melbourne to anyone.

What would you improve about this program?
I would recommend it being a bit cheaper in price.
237 people found this review helpful.
Emily
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing Experience with TEAN

My experience studying abroad with TEAN was incredible, it truly was an amazing 5 months! Before going, I knew that I was looking for something new, exciting and unknown to me which is why I chose to go to Australia. However, my home university did not offer a direct exchange with universities in Melbourne which was my first location of choice. TEAN gave me the opportunity to study where I wanted to and offered so much help in transitioning new students and acclimating them to the city. University of Melbourne is highly ranked with great professors and a beautiful campus! The housing TEAN provided was modern had the perfect location, right in the heart of the city. Melbourne became a second home thanks to TEAN and I cannot wait for the day I get the opportunity to go back!

235 people found this review helpful.
Madi
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The Most Spontaneous Five Months of My Life

TEAN Abroad was incredibly helpful in my transition from my home university to life abroad. They guided me in the entire process of applying for the program at my dream destination of Melbourne, Australia. Not only did they organize a fantastic orientation in Cairns, Australia, but they also continued to enhance our experience by showing us around our chosen city and brought us to different events throughout the semester. Because of the incredibly nice people at TEAN, we got to see a live footy match and sport the hometown gear in the fan section. We got to see a comedian at the International Comedy Festival and a concert at a local music venue. They tailor each program so that everyone can experience something they enjoy and make everyone feel right at home. Not once did I feel unsafe in my apartment or ignored from the TEAN staff. I got to spend my five months abroad in an apartment right in the city center with great new friends who I still remain in contact with. If anyone is looking to study abroad in Australia, New Zealand, or Asia, I highly recommend they use TEAN as their third-party organization to help make their experience remarkable right off the bat.

What would you improve about this program?
The only thing I would say is maybe more opportunities to meet local Australian students outside of class.
232 people found this review helpful.

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