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UOW Early Admission is our early entry offer program for students completing Year 12 (Higher School Certificate or other Australian equivalents) during 2026. When you apply for Early Admission, UOW considers your unique skills and experiences, alongside your Year 11 results, so you can earn an offer to uni before you sit your first exam.

Getting early entry to UOW means less stress for you at that time and provides you with the certainty that next year you'll be studying at a uni who knows you're more than your ATAR.

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How to apply
  1. Check your eligibility. You are eligible to apply if you are completing an Australian senior secondary qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or interstate equivalent) in Australia or outside Australia, or the IB Diploma in Australia.
  2. Choose up to two courses.
  3. Complete your application online.
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$5,000 scholarships for regional and remote students
Country to Coast Scholarship

Early Admission offer holders who live in selected regional or remote regions of NSW and attend an eligible school can qualify for a Country to Coast Scholarship  worth $5,000 when they enrol in Autumn Session 2027. Learn more about 2027 Country to Coast Scholarships. 

Your first step is to apply for UOW Early Admission.

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UOW Liverpool Open Day is an amazing opportunity to explore our new Civic Place campus, engage with course experts, staff, and students, and attend course presentations. 

With our Application Help Hub, our friendly staff will gladly help you learn about, start, or complete your UOW Early Admission application. 

Liverpool campus Saturday, 25 July, 2026. 

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Register your details now to be sent the webinar recording and get expert advice on how to submit a standout application.

  • Learn what UOW Early Admission is and why it matters
  • Understand how Year 11 results are used in the selection process
  • Identify key dates and what to prepare ahead of time
  • Gain practical tips to submit a strong application
  • Hear from UOW academics, staff and current students who succeeded in their application

Whether you’ve thought about your application or haven’t considered it yet, this will give you the confidence and clarity to put your best foot forward.

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Why UOW?

Our student experience is what sets UOW apart. No two days on campus are the same, and students love the relaxed and friendly vibe.

Employers love UOW grads, and it’s no wonder. They are among some of the top-rated in Australia.

Whether you’re already set on a degree or still deciding between our 300+ courses, UOW provides you with exciting career opportunities, accessible academic support, and memories to last a lifetime.

What does UOW look at during Early Admission?
More than an ATAR

For over 20 years, the UOW Early Admission program has looked beyond ATARs and considered the unique skills and experiences of each applicant. Personal attributes and attitudes, alongside Year 11 results, are taken into account as part of the application. When you apply for Early Admission, you'll be asked to answer four questions that indicate a student is ready to succeed at university. The questions address the below criteria:

  • Academic readiness
  • Motivation and passion
  • Communication and collaboration
  • Planning and persistence

We'll also look at your results in subjects relevant to the course or courses you select in your application. 

Advice and other helpful resources

Your step-by-step guide on how to submit an Early Admission application

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How Early Admission can make the biggest difference during the HSC

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"I received Early Admission to UOW. It helped take the stress off during my exams as I knew that I would be able to take the next step on my career path. This stress relief really helped me focus and enjoy my last year of high school."

Jakob

Bachelor of Business (Marketing and Human Resource Management)

“My school encouraged me to apply for Early Admission. I was excited knowing I had an early offer waiting for me, and I still wanted to work hard get a good HSC mark for myself. Based on my final results I was offered two scholarships and a place in the Dean’s Scholar program.”

Anthea

Bachelor of Business (Finance) (Dean’s Scholar)

"Early Admission took a lot of pressure and stress off during the HSC. I knew that I already had an offer for my dream degree before finishing high school."

Kaitlin

Bachelor in Performance and Theatre (Acting)

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