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See what the future could hold with a JCU early offer

This is Uni... but not as you know it.

Are you in Year 12 and graduating this year? Secure your future with an Early Offer.

Enjoy the reassurance of knowing you have secured a place at JCU prior to ATAR results being released.* An early offer will empower you to finish Year 12 with confidence, having already secured your post-schooling pathway.

You'll also have access to JCU’s support services earlier, ensuring a seamless transition to university life.

* Offers are conditional on completion of the Queensland Certificate of Education (or equivalent). Other conditions may also apply.


Key dates

  • 1 August 2024 - QTAC Applications open
  • 1 August 2024 - Nominations open
  • 11 October 2024 - Nominations close
  • 17 November 2024 - School’s out! Term 4 finishes for you and your fellow Year 12s.
  • 28 January 2025 - Trimester 1 classes begin.
  • 24 February 2025 - Semester 1 classes begin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you’re in Year 12 and graduating this year, you may be able to receive an early offer for a course. To participate in JCU’s Early Offer Program, list JCU as your first preference in QTAC when applications open and then work with your school on a recommendation.

Work with your school on a recommendation and list JCU as your first preference in QTAC when applications open.

  • Let your Guidance Officer or Careers Adviser know you would like an Early Offer at JCU.
  • Apply for the course you want an early offer for through QTAC, listing JCU as your first preference once applications open on 1 August 2024.
  • Submit an Early Offer nomination form to your school for consideration. Your school may help you with this process.
  • Your school will then send JCU your nomination form and a recommendation.
  • We will be in contact with you 48 hours after we receive the recommendation from your school.

You'll approach your exams with confidence, knowing you have already secured your chosen pathway. Enjoy a stress-free summer knowing the university applications and administrative requirements have already been taken care of.

Early Offer students also benefit from early access to JCU's support services, ensuring a seamless transition to university life.

Most of JCU’s courses across study areas like Arts, Business, Law, Engineering, Science, Information Technology, Pharmacy, and Sport and Exercise Science are included.

Courses excluded from the program include: Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Nursing Science - Bachelor of Midwifery, Bachelor of Physiotherapy and Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours).

Any domestic student graduating from Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate qualification in Australia this year can apply.

International students completing Year 12 in Australia can apply directly to JCU at any time to be considered for a conditional offer.

Real stories

"I applied for the Early Offer Program to take the stress out of the university offer process. The application process was so easy and within 48 hours of submitting it, I had an email offering me conditional acceptance to JCU. It was such a huge relief and gave me a feeling of excitement for my future. It really allowed me to focus on my studies and removed a lot of uncertainty."

Keziah Furnell
Bachelor Engineering (Honours)/Information Technology - Student

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