Public university in Townsville, Australia

James Cook University Tuition Fees 2027 for International Students

James Cook University is a public university based in Townsville, Queensland, with a second major campus in Cairns and a focus on tropical health, marine science and the environment. It publishes clear international undergraduate application closing dates and English language requirements.

Verified 7 Sep 2026 Sources Official site
Next deadline
21 Dec 2026
Semester 1 2027, Bachelor, regular, 105 days left
Tuition
A$34,650 to A$78,990
per year
English test
IELTS 6
TOEFL 74, PTE 52, waiver possible
Acceptance rate
Not published
Application fee
Not listed
International tuitionA$34,650 to A$78,990 per year
Application feeNot listed
Living cost in Australia, per monthA$2,480

Tuition is charged as an annual course fee set individually for each degree. JCU's 2026 International Guide lists undergraduate bachelor's degrees from AUD 34,649 to AUD 78,989 a year, based on a full-time load of 24 credit points a year; fees may increase yearly, and some accelerated courses require more than 24 credit points a year, which raises the annual fee payable.

Sources, checked 7 September 2026
  1. https://www.jcu.edu.au/applying-to-jcu/application-due-dates
  2. https://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/academic-governance/student-experience/admissions-policy-schedule-ii
  3. https://www.jcu.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0008/2338532/2026-JCU-International-Guide.pdf
  4. https://www.jcu.edu.au/applying-to-jcu