ANU Australian National University updates (2025 Semester 2 $1,500 accommodation subsidy; updated minimum entry requirements for international undergraduate students, application deadline for Doctor of Medicine; important dates reminder for 2025 Semester 2).
Australian National University (ANU)

Please check the updates for May 2025 at the Australian National University.
This email contains several important updates. Please read carefully to provide the most timely support and advice to your students:
1. Accommodation subsidy for the second semester of 2025
Students who choose to stay in multi-share or double studio rooms at Davey Lodge or Warrumbul Lodge will be eligible for a $1,500 AUD accommodation cashback subsidy.
🔗 For details, please see: $1,500 rebate - terms and conditions | StarRez Portal
$1,500 accommodation cashback – terms and conditions | StarRez Portal
2. Updates to the minimum entry requirements for ANU undergraduate international students
- Attached is the 2025 ANU international student minimum entry requirements table;
- ANU's selection rank = ATAR + adjustment factor points;
- International Year 12 and IB students can apply for the ANU Subject Adjustment Scheme, with up to 5 additional points available (some programs excluded); 🔗 For scheme details, please see: Subject Adjustment Scheme | The Australian National University
💡 Friendly reminder: Students who complete the Australian Year 12 course do not need to provide additional English test scores.
3. Doctor of Medicine (MChD) course application channel
- Application deadline for 2026 intake: June 30, 2025;
- Learn about the course details and watch the information session: 🔗 Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD) | ANU College of Science and Medicine
Recommended pathway course: Bachelor of Health Science
- Application deadline for February 2026 intake: November 30, 2025
- Program details: 🔗 https://science.anu.edu.au/study/bachelors/bachelor-health-science
- Undergraduate pathway to MChD explanation: 🔗 Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (Pathways) | ANU College of Science and Medicine
4.Important dates reminder for the second semester of 2025
- Application deadline: May 31, 2025
- Acceptance deadline: Offshore students: June 30, 2025 Onshore students: July 10, 2025
Good afternoon. We hope you're staying warm as winter approaches.
This email is packed with important updates and information to support your students. Please read on for the latest details:
1. Accommodation Rebate – Semester 2, 2025
Students can receive a $1,500 rebate when they choose a multi-share or double studio at Davey Lodge or Warrumbul Lodge for Semester 2, 2025.
For more info: $1,500 rebate - terms and conditions | StarRez Portal
2. ANU Undergraduate International Minimum Entry Requirements
• 2025 International Minimum Entry Requirement Table attached.
• ANU Selection Rank = ATAR + Adjustment Factor Points, International Year 12 and IB students are considered for ANU Subject Adjustment Scheme – Students can receive up to 5 additional points (some programs excluded). Subject Adjustment Scheme | The Australian National University
• There are no additional English requirements for students who completes Australian Year 12 in Australia.
3. Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD)
• Applications for the 2026 intake close on 30 June 2025
• Learn more and watch a webinar at Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD) | ANU College of Science and Medicine
• Pathway option: Bachelor of Health Science
– Applications close 30 November 2025 for Feb 2026 intake.
– Learn more about the program, visit https://science.anu.edu.au/study/bachelors/bachelor-health-science
– Learn more about the Bachelor of Health Science to MChD pathway, visit Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (Pathways) | ANU College of Science and Medicine
• Need assistance? Join our College of Science and Medicine online drop-in sessions (held twice a month), register at Online drop-in sessions | ANU College of Science and Medicine
4. Key Dates Reminder – Semester 2, 2025
• Application deadline: 31 May 2025
• Acceptance deadlines:
– Offshore students: 30 June 2025
– Onshore students: 10 July 2025
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. Thank you for your ongoing support!
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