About Bond University
Bond University is Australia's first private not-for-profit university and is located in Robina, Gold Coast, Queensland.Since its opening on 15 May 1989, Bond University has primarily been a teaching-focused higher education institution featuring a three-semester-per-year timetable, which allows students to complete an undergraduate degree in two years.
- The Bond University has been ranked no. 1 Australian university for student experience by the Good Universities Guide 2020 edition. The university is rated five stars this year for student’s overall experience for the 14th consecutive time.
- The Times Higher Education World University Rankings has ranked the university in the 401-500th group; 92nd rank in Good Health and Well-being category.
Bond University Financial Aid for International Students
- Bond University offers a range of UG and PG scholarships on the basis of merit. Scholarships are also awarded to students who excel in the area of sports, leadership, community, etc.
- For international students, a total of 37 scholarships are awarded. Indian Students can apply for 12 scholarships such as International Stand out scholarship, International undergraduate Excellence scholarship, etc.
- Scholarships and grants are also offered by other Australian institutions such as Australia Award, Destination Australia Program (DAP), and many more.
Scholarship |
Eligibility |
Application |
Amount |
Selection Criteria |
Application deadline |
International Stand out scholarships |
UG and PG |
Scholarship application form and submit to international@bond.edu.au after bond university application form |
25 % Tuition fee reduction |
Academic achievements - competitive merit basis |
June 30,
August 23,
October 16 |
International Leadership Scholarships |
For all programs, ATAR 84.00 for UG. |
Total of AUD 10,000, given equally for first two semesters |
International UG Excellence Scholarships |
UG Applicants |
50 % tuition fee remission |
Bond Business School |
PGapplicants in field of Actuarial Sciences, Business and Commerce and sports |
Portal |
AUD 4,200 (Paid in two installments) |
Academic achievements + financial need + community contribution history |
Two weeks in advance before semester starting |
Bond University Alumni
- The university has a vast network of 28,000 alumni. It offers alumni scholarships, alumni discounts, mentor programs, and also organizes events and forms committees for its alumni.
- Some notable alumni are: -
- Vijay Patil – President DY Patil University, Mumbai
- Rohan Titus – Assistant Director, Department of Foreign Affairs, Afghanistan
- Fiona de Jong – Head of Australia’s Nation Brand
Bond University Highlights
Type |
Private, not-for-profit |
Campus Setting |
Sub-Urban |
Establishment year |
1989 |
Courses offered |
150+ (Bachelor, Master, Diploma, English Language) |
Total students |
4,000 |
Male to female ratio |
47:53 |
Tuition fee |
20,000 – 23,000 AUD |
International student population |
46% |
Academic calendar |
Semester Based |
Bond University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
The tuition fee per semester (In AUD) for international students is tabulated below:
Undergraduate Programs |
20,000 – 22,000 |
B. Architecture |
20,040 |
B. Arts |
20,040 |
Bachelors of Business |
21,040 |
Bachelor of Commerce |
21,040 |
Graduate Programs |
21,000 – 23,000 |
Master of Architecture |
22,629 |
MBA |
22, 793 |
Masters of Art |
10,750 |
Master of Communication |
17,453 |
Law Programs |
22,840 |
On-campus accommodation cost PER SEMESTER (In AUD) is given below:
Single rooms – shared washroom |
3,075 |
Single room – ensuite |
3,900 |
Single room – premium ensuite |
4,050 |
Shared twin rooms |
2,475 |
Premium shared with common room |
3,300 |
Flats |
3,450 |
Dining plan cost: 2,000 – 2,500. Parking and internet are free on campus. |
Off-Campus Costs (In AUD) for a student on a weekly basis are -
Rent and utilities (Shared) |
170-270 |
Rent (Individual) |
320+ |
Electricity, Gas and Water |
20 |
Groceries |
75 |
Phone and Internet |
10-20 |
Parking and transport |
10-20 |
Stationary |
25-50 |
Total weekly cost |
350-515 |
Total Annual cost |
18,200 – 26,780 |
Bond University Application Process
Applicants can apply for the Bond University admissions by January 8, May 21 and September 10 for different enrollment sessions. The admission decision is relayed within 2 weeks after the deadlines.
- Application Portal: Apply to Bond; for Medical programs apply through QTAC in January.
- Application fee: NO FEE
- Supporting Documents and Eligibility:
- Application form
- Certified copy of certificates from high school/college/university
- CV/Resume
- Official translation of transcripts if not in English
- Employment experience statement (if applicable)
- Copy of passport
- Additional course-specific requirements
- Letter from principal certifying medium of instruction was English OR
- English language proficiency scores:
Test type |
Minimum score |
CBSE English subject (for undergraduate applicants only) |
B2 or 60% |
IELTS overall |
6.5-7.0 |
TOEFL iBT |
79 - 98 |
C1 Advanced |
176-185 |
PTE Academic |
58-65 |