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Can I Afford to Study in Australia?

Calculate complete Year 1 tuition, living expenses, visa fees, and realistic part-time earnings converted into NPR.

Currency: AUD (1 AUD ≈ 88.5 NPR)
Work Cap: 24 hrs/week
Post-Study Visa: 3 Years
Data Status: Verified 2026

Your InputsNPR Conversions

Current bank deposit, loan approval, or liquid funds ready for Year 1.

Amount parents or sponsors in Nepal will send monthly.

Calculated at realistic ~24.5 AUD/hr wage with a 30% buffer for exam periods.

Funding Gap for Australia

Estimated Year 1 Total Expenditure: NPR 57,24,180

Year 1 Financial Summary

Annual TuitionNPR 33,63,000
Year 1 Living ExpensesNPR 22,19,580
Upfront One-Time Costs (Visas, Deposits)NPR 1,41,600
Total Year 1 ExpenditureNPR 57,24,180
Your Total Year 1 CoverageNPR 43,92,726
— Incl. Part-Time Earnings (Year 1)NPR 18,92,726
Net Funding GapNPR 13,31,454

Monthly Living Breakdown~2,090 AUD/mo

Rent (midpoint)
NPR 1,06,200
1,200 AUD/mo
Groceries
NPR 44,250
500 AUD/mo
Transport
NPR 15,930
180 AUD/mo
Utilities
NPR 13,275
150 AUD/mo
Health Insurance
NPR 5,310
60 AUD/mo

Upfront One-Time Costs

Student Visa (Subclass 500) Fee
NPR 1,41,600
1,600 AUD

Studying in Australia: Cost Breakdown, Student Visa (Subclass 500) & Work Allowance

Australia remains the premier study abroad destination for Nepali students due to world-class universities, post-study work rights (Subclass 485), and vibrant multicultural communities in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane.

Tuition fees for Masters programmes range from AUD 28,000 to AUD 48,000 per year. Living expenses vary greatly by city: Sydney and Melbourne require around AUD 1,600 to 2,200 per month, whereas Adelaide, Perth, and Brisbane offer more affordable living around AUD 1,300 to 1,700 per month.

Under Student Visa Subclass 500 regulations updated in 2023, international students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight (24 hours per week) while course is in session, and unlimited hours during scheduled breaks. Minimum wage is AUD 23.23 per hour.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the work hour limit for student visa holders in Australia?
Students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight (24 hrs/week) during academic terms and full-time during holidays.
What is the annual living expense requirement for Australian student visa?
As of 2024, the Department of Home Affairs requires financial proof of AUD 29,710 for primary student living expenses per year.

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