Tuition fees and expenses - International Education
International students are required to pay fees to attend a Western Australian government school.
The fees below do not apply to international specialist school Canning College. For more information, refer to the Canning College school profile.
2026 Tuition fees for student visa (subclass 500)
| School level | Annual tuition fee | With Intensive English Centre Program (IEC) | With English as an additional language or dialect (EALD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-primary | A$14,575 | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Primary (Years 1 to 6) | A$14,575 | A$17,575 | A$16,075 |
| Lower secondary (Years 7 to 10) | A$17,286 | A$20,286 | A$18,786 |
| Upper secondary (Years 11 and 12) | A$18,980 | A$21,980 | A$20,480 |
Other fees and expenses
Other fees may need to be paid to attend a Western Australian Government School. Examples include schoolbooks, excursions, school uniforms and other important items required for the student’s education. Fees for these items are paid directly to the school.
Overseas Student Health Cover
All student visa holders must hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of their visa.
Find out more about OSHC.
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