Early Entry Programs for 2024 Entry

ACU Guarantee Program

Open to domestic and onshore international students
Requirements: Year 12 pass and no ATAR required; no English prerequisite, however
additional prerequisites such as a maths or science etc. may be required, depending on the
course being applied for.

Guarantee your place at ACU, even before your Year 12 exams. The ACU Guarantee program
offers eligible Year 12 students a place at ACU based on your Year 11 results.

Students can make an application through this program, have their Year 11 results considered,
and ACU will produce a predicted selection rank and make a conditional early offer before final
exams have been sat.

Applications for 2024 open on 24 July and close 18 September 2023. Students are required to
apply through the ACU Guarantee application portal on the ACU website and may only apply for
1 course. Students will have to upload their Year 11 reports and may provide up to three
personal statements (maximum 200 words each) outlining their circumstances and motivation
for university study. Statements will be assessed based on impact through empathy, adversity,
and family. Students need to be mindful that not every course will be participating in this
program, and each state has different requirements for the guarantee. Students must also
make a VTAC/UAC application.

Find out more at ACU Guarantee Program.

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Year 12 Early Guaranteed Offer Scheme

Open to domestic and onshore international students
Requirements: Year 12 pass, meet VCE prerequisites, and no ATAR required

Bond University’s Year 12 Early Guaranteed Offer Scheme recognises the challenges students
have faced over the past few years of senior schooling. Eligible students can receive an offer to
study at Bond in 2024 before final ATAR results are released, providing certainty about your
future study options.

How it works
1. Students complete Bond’s direct online application, submitting results from Year 11, and
Semester 1 of Year 12.

This information was correct at time of publication; however, students should always check institution links directly.
 2. Bond University will assess the application and school grades against the minimum entry
requirements for Bond's undergraduate* and diploma programs (*excludes medical
program).
3. Students who meet the entry requirements will receive an offer that guarantees entry
to Bond conditional only on the completion of Year 12 and meeting any subject pre-
requisite requirements for the specific program.
4. Once students successfully complete their Year 12 and pass any required prerequisite
subjects, the offer will become unconditional.

Find out more at Studying at Bond.

Charles Sturt Advantage

Open to domestic and PR students only
Requirements: Year 12 pass, meet VCE prerequisite course entry requirements, no ATAR
required

Want a guaranteed offer to study your preferred Uni course before your final exams? Our
Charles Sturt Advantage early offer program is your chance to get into Uni based on work
you’ve already done and skills you already have.

Australian and PR students are eligible to apply, and must address the following three
questions:

• How a Charles Sturt degree will enable you to be a positive influence in your
community.
• When you showed resilience during a difficult time.
• A time when you demonstrated empathy and why you took the actions you did.

There are more than 50 courses on offer, and students can list up to three in their application.

Applications are open, and the last round closes on 31 August 2023. Offers will be made in late
July and September 2023. Students must also make a VTAC/UAC application.

To find out more about the participating courses, and to access the online application, visit
Charles Sturt Advantage.

This information was correct at time of publication; however, students should always check institution links directly.
 Deakin Regional Access Scheme
Open to domestic and PR students only
Requirements: Year 12 pass, meet VCE prerequisites, and a minimum ATAR of 50.00

In 2021, Deakin introduced the Deakin Regional Access Scheme, a pathway to undergraduate
study. It allows students to secure an early conditional offer, long before ATARs are released by
looking at their skills, experience, and achievements.

The scheme is open to current and recent Year 12 students looking to study at the Waterfront,
Waurn Ponds or Warrnambool campuses – and, students do not have to live in a regional area
to be eligible

It's perfect for students who want to achieve their best, free from the expectations of exams.

The Deakin Regional Access Scheme allows the university to look beyond a student’s ATAR to
recognise all the skills, experience and achievements that make them unique.

If their application is successful, they will receive an early offer to Deakin (as soon as 7 days
after completing the Regional Access Scheme application form)
Students will need to apply directly to Deakin – telling how their skills and experience will set
them up for success at University. They will also need to preference the scheme via VTAC.
Courses participating in the Deakin Regional Access Scheme will have a unique VTAC code for
those applying for the scheme. Students must also make a VTAC application.

Applications for 2024 entry open Tuesday 13 June 2023. To find a full list of courses and to
apply, visit Deakin Regional Access Scheme | Deakin.
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Early Offer Program

Open to domestic and PR students only.
Requirements: Year 12 pass, meet VCE prerequisites and essential entry requirements, and
ATAR required

Secure your place at Federation University in 2024. Finishing high school can be stressful, so
why not give yourself peace of mind with Federation University's Early Offer Program?
Not only is an early offer exciting to receive but knowing that you have already secured a place
in a degree means you can head into exams fully focused.

This information was correct at time of publication; however, students should always check institution links directly.
Most bachelor degrees are available for early offers, and to view courses accepting Early Offer
applications click here. Australian and PR students are eligible to apply, and must ensure they
meet the prerequisite subjects for their preferred course.

Applications are open and close in December 2023. Students must also make a VTAC
application. Find out more and apply at Early Offer Program.

Aspire Community Contribution Program

Open to domestic and onshore international students
Requirements: Year 12 pass, VCE minimum prerequisite study scores and ATAR required

At La Trobe, we believe there is more to being a good student than marks alone.
The Aspire program rewards the skills and knowledge students gain from the positive impact
they have made on their school or community through community service, leadership, or
volunteering. Designed to give Year 12’s the tools they need to succeed at La Trobe and
beyond, students accepted into the Aspire program will get:

• A taste of university life at La Trobe with special on-campus events before the year commences
• The chance to meet and connect with like-minded students
• Access to exclusive study support resources to help you prepare for exams
• Access to La Trobe’s extensive library and campus resources
• Additional $1,500 funding for student exchange opportunities, just for being an Aspire student

Successful applicants also receive their early conditional offer late September or early October
for their chosen course along with minimum ATAR requirements. Many courses have a
minimum ATAR of 55.00, but some professional degree programs have higher requirements.

Up to 40 Aspire scholarships, worth $5,000 per year for up to four years, will be awarded to
leading eligible Aspire students.

The Aspire ATAR Table shows the minimum ATAR for some degree courses for entry through
Aspire in 2024. Should an applicant’s preferred course not be listed on this table, then the
minimum ATAR is 50.00.

Applicants are required to provide information about the length and frequency of their
community service and/or volunteering experience. Applicants will need to provide two 100-
word statements responding to the following criteria:

• List the activities you’ve been involved in and describe them to us.
• How long you’ve been involved in community engagement and/or volunteering.
• Details of your impact (your impact on the community and your own self-development through
your actions).

This information was correct at time of publication; however, students should always check institution links directly.
Types of volunteering include –

• fundraising for charity

• helping to run a school or community club
• coaching a sports team
• volunteering at a nursing home
• mentoring younger students
• leading as a school or house captain

Further details can be found at Community Contribution, Study with us, Aspire Early
Admissions Program, La Trobe University. Applications are open and close 1 September 2023.
Students will also need to make a VTAC application.
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Early Offer Scheme

Open to domestic and PR students only
Requirements: Year 12 pass, meet VCE prerequisite study scores, and ATAR required

RMIT’s Early Offer Scheme values the entire experience of a student and provides diverse
opportunities for students to leverage their acquired skills into their future career and find the
right journey to their desired learning outcome.

Australian and Permanent Resident students can apply for one course and must apply at the
following RMIT link - Early Offer Scheme. The eligible courses on offer are also found at this
link.
The application process requires students to -

1. Choose two of the following categories:

• Analytical and Critical Thinking
• Leadership
• Communication
• Creative Thinking and Innovation

2. Write a 200-word statement of their experience for each of the two chosen categories.
3. Supply supporting documentation verifying their involvement in the two categories they
have written about.

Applications are open, and close on the 17 September 2023. Conditional offers will be released
by 28 September 2023. The conditional offer will become unconditional should students
complete Year 12, meet the course prerequisites, and attain the Early Offer ATAR
required. Students must also make a VTAC application.

This information was correct at time of publication; however, students should always check institution links directly.
 Early Entry Program
Open to domestic and PR students only
Requirements: Year 12 pass and no ATAR required for entry into Bachelor or Diploma courses

Year 12 students creatively inclined, they can apply and secure their place at SAE before they
even sit final Year 12 exams through the SAE.
Students complete an application form that includes their current school’s name and the course
they wish to study. Applications are now open.

Visit SAE Early Entry Program and SAE Early Entry Application.

Early Entry Program

Open to domestic and onshore international students
Requirements: Year 12 pass, meet VCE prerequisite study scores, no ATAR required

A different way to enter university that will not depend on your ATAR.

The 2024 Early Entry Program | Swinburne is a unique opportunity for current Year 12
students to receive a conditional offer based on a recommendation by the school, and not
based on an ATAR.
Applications are open, and close on 9 October 2023. Successful students will receive a
conditional offer and the offer will become unconditional should students complete Year 12
and must meet the course prerequisites – particularly English (study score of 25) or EAL (study
score of 30).

Details of the application process, as well as participating courses can be found below.

1. Application process
Students must organise a recommendation from a school representative – the school’s
principal, the year level coordinator, Head of House, or Career Practitioner – in order to
proceed with an application.

2. Eligible courses
Courses that will be offered through this program can be found at Eligible Courses, and
students can only apply for one course.

Students will be required to complete 3 questions in a Next Gen Now questionnaire, and
students will be asked to provide a 200-word statement per question.

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3. Recommendation form
Once an application is submitted, students will receive a confirmation email which will include
the form they need to forward onto their chosen school representative, who will complete the
form and return it to Swinburne, who will match it with the student’s application.

Students must also make a VTAC application.

Early Access to 2024 Courses at the University of Tasmania (UTAS)

Open to domestic and onshore international students
Requirements: Year 12 pass, VCE minimum prerequisite study scores, no ATAR required

UTAS’ Schools Recommendation Program is a program allowing Australian year 12 students to

apply for up to five courses and receive a conditional offer before the final results are released.
So, rather than an ATAR, the application is based on a student’s school recommendation and
their Year 11 results. It has been designed to give students confidence in completing their Year
12 and receiving a university place in 2024.

The program is open to nearly all of the UTAS courses, including the new flexible double
degrees, undergraduate degrees, and associate degrees, and students can nominate up to five
preferences, but only receive one offer.

Courses not participating in the program are –

• Bachelor of Medical Sciences and Doctor of Medicine

• Paramedicine
• Bachelor of Health Science (Medical Radiation Science)

Applications open 29 June 2023, and there are a number of application rounds, and
applications can be submitted right up to 6 October 2023.
Note: students who apply by 31 July will be eligible for a main round offer. Applicants will be
notified of their success after UTAS has received the recommendation from their school.

Students are encouraged to browse UTAS School’s Recommendation Program to find out
more.

This information was correct at time of publication; however, students should always check institution links directly.
 VU Guaranteed: Victoria University’s Early Entry Program
Open to domestic and onshore international students
Requirements: Year 12 pass^^

Guarantee your place at Victoria University (VU) or VU Polytechnic, prior to completing Year 12.

Students can apply for VU Guaranteed (VUG) if you are a Victorian Year 11 or Year 12 student
studying VCE, school-assessed (unscored VCE), VCE Major and IB.

Successful VUG applicants can enjoy:

▪ a guaranteed place at VU or VU Polytechnic
▪ free access to EdUnlimited practice exams, topic quizzes and study notes
▪ 5 bonus aggregate ATAR points for most courses that consider an ATAR as part of the
admission criteria*
▪ tailored advice and a personalised course plan once results are released
*Excluding the Bachelor of Education (P-12)
Note^^: Students will still need to satisfy the admission requirements/prerequisites for the
courses they preference in VTAC. Students who do not meet the admission requirements, will
be guaranteed a place in an alternative course designed to help them achieve their goals.
Therefore, the course offer students receive will be based on their course
applications/preferences and on study scores + other admission requirements etc.
Students without an English study score, or a score below 20 for example, will not be offered a
higher education course (university), and would instead receive a course plan with TAFE course
options.

Applications are now open and close on 6 October 2023.

Students must also make a VTAC application.

Applications have now opened online at Victoria University’s Early Entry Program.

ATAR required No ATAR required

This information was correct at time of publication; however, students should always check institution links directly.