Parents' guide to UNSW
What you need to know about undergraduate study as a parent or carer
As a parent or carer, you play an important and trusted role in supporting your child to choose the right study path.
Whether your child has already chosen their future degree, or isn't sure where to begin, this guide will help you navigate the process together. We've collated all the essential information you need to know about undergraduate study at UNSW including key dates, admission pathways, adjustment factors, accommodation options, scholarships, UAC applications, upcoming events and more.
Key application dates
All undergraduate applications are processed by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
- 2 April 2025: UAC early bird applications open for 2026 admissions
- 30 September 2025: UAC early bird applications close
- December 2025: ATARs are released
- 18 December 2025: Preferences deadline for UAC's December Round 2 (our first major offer round)
- 23 December 2025: Offers are released for December Round 2 - students will only receive one offer in each offer round
- 30 December 2025: Preferences deadline for January Round 1
- 8 January 2026: Offers are released for January Round 1
How we're supporting high school leavers
We're committed to ensuring a fair and equitable admissions process for all high school leavers.
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We recognise that the ATAR isn't the only measure of your child's potential to succeed at university. That's why we offer a range of admission pathways, including:
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We recognise that the ATAR isn't the only measure of your child's potential to succeed at university. That's why we offer a range of admission pathways, including:
What's on at UNSW?
Get the full UNSW experience at our future student events. We offer a range of on-campus and digital events throughout the year to give you and your child ample opportunity to connect with our staff and current students.
