ABOUT

University of Western Australia

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

The University of Western Australia (UWA) was founded in 1911 and is home to over 20,000 students.  UWA is the only university in Western Australia to be a member of the prestigious Group of Eight, and currently ranks 88th in the world.  With an emphasis on research, UWA also belongs to the Worldwide Universities Network, a group of 18 worldwide, research-led universities.


ABOUT PERTH

Perth is the capital and largest city of the state of Western Australia. With a population of more than 2 million, Perth is Australia’s fourth most populous city. Located on Australia’s west coast, nature and urban life coexist in perfect harmony. Soak up the sunshine by visiting Perth’s many beaches or even visit nearby islands. Visit the many city parks and local vineyards within Perth. 

Cost Comparison

The cost of this program compared to other study abroad programs managed by Gies Global is higher than the median cost.


The cost of this program compared to a semester on campus in Urbana-Champaign is higher.