- General English, English for Business, English for Academic Purposes, Intensive Academic Preparation and IELTS Preparation.
The 2026 Course fees will apply to all applications received before 31 December 2026.
Course fees
The 2026 Course fees will apply to all applications received before 31 December 2026.
Course fees
| Item | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Enrolment | $295 |
| Tuition - English language programs | $540 per week |
| Tuition - English for High School | $550 per week |
| Tuition - University of Melbourne English Language Bridging Programs (UMELBP Prep & UMELBP) | $695 per week |
| Material Fee - University of Melbourne English Language Bridging Programs (UMELBP Prep & UMELBP) | $25 per week |
| Material Fee - all other courses | $20 per week |
Overseas Student Health Cover1,2
| Item | AUD$ |
|---|---|
| Single policy | $74 per month |
| Dual family policy | $419 per month |
| Multi family policy | $812 per month |
Accommodation and airport pick-up
| Item | AUD$ |
|---|---|
| Airport reception (one way) | $2102 |
| Accommodation placement | $3602 |
| 18 years and over - Homestay accommodation | $440 per week3 |
| 14 to 17 years - Homestay accommodation | $460 per week3,4 |
| 14 to 17 years - Parent Nominated Homestay registration fee | $3502,5 |
| 14 to 17 years - Parent Nominated Homestay management fee | $50 per week2,5 |
1 This is a compulsory fee for all students entering Australia on a student visa. Overseas Student Health Cover provided by Allianz Care is the preferred Overseas Student Health Cover Provider of Hawthorn-Melbourne. Fees quoted are approximates. Check the full OSHC Fee schedule here. Details of all OSHC providers can be found at: Private Health OSHC
2 Fees include 10% GST (Goods and Services Tax).
3 Homestay fees are paid directly to the homestay provider. Students are required to pay the equivalent of four weeks homestay fee on arrival. This includes two weeks as security bond and two weeks homestay fees in advance. Payments are then required every two to four weeks. The bond is refundable at the end of the homestay arrangement provided there is no money owing for unpaid rent, bills or damage and appropriate notice is given (two weeks).
4 Student visa applicants who are under 18years on a Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation and Welfare (CAAW) issued by Hawthorn-Melbourne will be required to arrange their homestay and airport transfer through Australian Homestay Network (AHN). Fees are payable directly to AHN. Further information is available at hawthornenglish.edu.au/apply/underage-students.
5 The Parent Nominated Homestay registration fee will apply if a parent of a student under 18 years, travelling on a student visa, requests that their son/daughter live with a family friend/relative who wishes to become a homestay host for the purpose of hosting the son or daughter. Parent nominated hosts must register with the Australian Homestay Network (AHN); fees are paid to AHN. Fees are for AHN host vetting and placement management services. No host reimbursement included. Further information on Parent Nominated Host requirements are available here.
Some excursions and activities may involve additional entrance or participation fees.
Fees and dates are correct at the time of printing. However, they may be subject to change without further notice.