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Secure your place at JCU before exams even begin

If you're currently in Year 12 and planning to start uni in 2026, JCU's Early Offer Program lets you lock in your spot ahead of final exams. That means less stress, more certainty, and the freedom to focus on finishing school strong.

Submit a nomination form with your school and you’ll get a conditional offer for an eligible course, often within 48 hours of your school submitting a recommendation. Head into exam season with peace of mind and a plan. You can enjoy the reassurance of knowing you have secured your place at JCU prior to the release of ATAR results in December*.

Choose from 30+ undergraduate degrees including Arts, Business, Law, Engineering, Science, IT, Pharmacy, Exercise Science and more. Some courses are excluded**.

Download a nomination form


Key dates


  • 5 August 2025 – QTAC Applications and JCU Early Offer Nominations open
  • 10 October 2025 – Early Offer Nominations close
  • 21 November 2025 – Term 4 ends

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*Subject to the completion of the Queensland Certificate of Education (or equivalent). Other conditions may also apply.
**Please note, the Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Physiotherapy, and Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) are excluded from the Early Offer Program.

What's in it for you

  • Conditional offer secured before ATAR results
  • Confidence going into exams
  • Early access to JCU support services

How it works

  • Talk to your school Guidance Officer or Careers Advisor
    • Submit your QTAC application (opens 5 August) with JCU as your first preference
      • Complete a nomination form with your school
        • Your school sends JCU a recommendation and you'll hear back from us within five business days

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Any domestic student completing Year 12 or the IB in Australia can apply, regardless of school.

You can still receive an Early Offer for an eligible course, even if your first choice is excluded.

You’ll hear from JCU within five business days of your school submitting the nomination and recommendation.

For more FAQ's please visit the JCU website

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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