22 Sep 2026
Media releases
Apply now to secure the early bird discount
MORE than 43,000 Year 12 students have already locked in their university applications ahead of the early bird fee deadline, with thousands more urged to act before 11.59pm, Wednesday 30 September.
The Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) is calling on students yet to apply to get online now – a process that takes just 15 minutes – to secure the early bird fee discount before it ends.
Students don't need to have their future figured out. Preferences can be changed as many times as needed after they lodge their application, at no extra cost, giving them flexibility as they weigh their options during exam season and results time.
‘Even if you’re not sure what course you want to study, submitting an application now keeps your options open while keeping costs down,’ says Kim Paino, Chief Strategy and Engagement Officer.
Want more information?
UAC is hosting a free live webinar on Tuesday 22 September at 6pm, streamed across Instagram, Facebook or YouTube channels, to walk students through the application process.
Students can also call UAC’s customer service team on (02) 9752 0200, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
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For further information (media only) email media@uac.edu.au or contact:
Diane Jardine, Senior Media and Communications Officer, UAC on 0436 459 603, or
Kim Paino, Chief Strategy and Engagement Officer, UAC on 0409 155 112.