Edith Cowan University

Edith Cowan University is a university in Perth, WA. International students should budget around US$34,600 a year in total, covering roughly US$23,100 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 2 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 30 institutions we list in Australia.

270 Joondalup Dr, Joondalup WA 6027, Australia

Tuition: US$23,100/yr
Living: US$11,500/yr
Total: US$34,600/yr
Type: University
Location: Perth, WA

Why students choose Edith Cowan University

Top 400 universities worldwide and top 50 young universities (THE Rankings 2025)
Rated five stars for teaching quality for 18 consecutive years — the only university in Western Australia to achieve this
Ranked the #1 public university in Australia for the overall undergraduate experience, skills development and student support
#6 in Australia and the only Western Australian university in the top 10 of the Australian Financial Review Best Universities ranking
A leader in graduate outcomes for Computer and Information Systems, Engineering, Health Services, Nursing and Teacher Education
ECU graduates out-earn those from any other Western Australian university within three years, averaging AUD 86,900 a year
The regional-area advantage: an extra year of post-study stay and a 40% public transport subsidy
Full tuition waivers for the children under 18 of international students on master's programmes or above in Perth

Edith Cowan University fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for Edith Cowan University
Item	Amount
Undergraduate, February and July intakes	AUD 35,500–42,500 per year
Postgraduate, February and July intakes	AUD 36,150–41,200 per year

Edith Cowan University entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Every course sets its own academic, English and other requirements. The following are the general ones.

Undergraduate

High school graduate with a GPA of 7.75 or above, or
Completion of the first university or college year, or
Completion of an Australian foundation programme or diploma
IELTS 6.0 with no component below 6.0, or equivalent

Postgraduate

A degree from a Section 1 or Section 2 university with a GPA of at least 7.0/10, equivalent to 3.0/4.0
IELTS 6.5 with no component below 6.0, or equivalent

Scholarships at Edith Cowan University

International Undergraduate Scholarship: 20% of course tuition
International Postgraduate Scholarship: 20% of course tuition
Australian Qualification International Scholarship: 20% of course tuition
Bachelor of Science (Nursing) Scholarship: 20% of tuition
Early Acceptance Bursary: AUD 2,000, which can be combined with other awards
ECU City Campus Welcome Bursary: AUD 5,000

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at Edith Cowan University?

Budget roughly US$34,600 a year in total — about US$23,100 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for Edith Cowan University?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. Every course sets its own academic, English and other requirements. The following are the general ones.

Where is Edith Cowan University?

Edith Cowan University is in Perth, WA, at 270 Joondalup Dr, Joondalup WA 6027, Australia.

Can international students work while studying at Edith Cowan University?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In Australia the current allowance is 48 hours per fortnight during term, and the post-study route is temporary graduate visa (subclass 485).