Living Costs

Whether you live on-campus or off-campus you should budget about AUD$300 per week.

• Rent AUD$120 - 140 per week
• Transport AUD$25 per week
• Electricity and Gas AUD$25 per week
• Laundry AUD$10 per week
• Food AUD$60 per week
• Telephone AUD$10 per week
• Medical AUD$5 per week
• Other AUD$55 per week

It does not include tuition fees, textbooks, running a car or travel.

Students should also budget on AUD$400 per semester for books and stationery, although purchasing second-hand books may save some money.

Families would need considerably more per week, which should include school fees and childcare costs if required.

Other costs to consider

Overseas Student Health Cover
Schooling of Dependants of ECU Students
Accommodation Options