Sydney Engineering Program

• BU students must have junior standing in the Boston University College of Engineering
• BU students must follow the College of Engineering’s instructions for juniors applying to study abroad, complete the Engineering course substitution form, and return it to the ENG Undergraduate Records Office.
• The University of Sydney’s admissions criteria require study abroad students to have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0
• Admissions requirements for all programs

• Fall Semester: mid July to late November/Early December
  • Depart U.S.: July 14, 2012
  • Program Arrival: July 16, 2012
  • Depart Sydney: December 1, 2012 (or earlier by arrangement)
• Spring Semester: mid January to early July
  • Depart U.S.: January 16, 2012
  • Program Arrival: January 18, 2012
  • Depart Sydney: July 2, 2012

• 2012/2013 Tuition & Fees: $25,500
• Cost includes tuition, housing, airfare from designated West Coast cities, field trips, and emergency travel assistance coverage.
• Download an estimated program budget, including cost of living expenses.
• Financial aid is available.

The cost for 2013/2014 has not yet been announced and will be subject to approval by the Board of Trustees at Boston University.

• Upon successful completion of the program, students earn sixteen Boston University credits. Students must enroll for a total of sixteen credits.

• The BU Sydney Academic Center is located in Broadway close to both the University of Sydney and the University of Technology, Sydney. In addition to classroom and office space, the Center houses a computer lab equipped with wireless Internet service and a program library. Student accommodations are located in the BU Sydney Academic Center, and offers easy access to public transportation, Darling Harbour, Chinatown, and the city business district.

• Fall Semester: March 15

  It’s not too late to apply for Fall 2012! Applications will be considered on a space-available basis, so it’s best to complete your application as soon as possible. (Noted on 4/3/2012.)

• Spring Semester: October 15