From Eh to Oz
La Trobe University offers seven campuses across Victoria and New South Wales, including their two main campus in Bundoora (just 14 km from Melbourne) and Bendigo (approximately 2 hours from Melbourne).
Bundoora is known as “the university city” as it houses both La Trobe University and RMIT.
Please keep your campus in mind when reviewing predeparture and accommodation information.
On the La Trobe Boarding Pass, you’ll find everything you need to know about getting ready to go to La Trobe University, including how to accept your offer and accommodation tips.
Accepting Your Offer
Congratulations on receiving your offer!
Here are some important tips to ensure your acceptance process is as easy and smooth as possible.
Important Information
Congratulations once again on receiving your offer!
Please take time to read your offer email and letter of offer carefully and make sure all the information is correct.
Acceptance deadline/offer lapse date: Make sure to send your acceptance to the OzTREKK office prior to this date. If your offer letter doesn’t have a lapse date, we have provided a date for you in your offer email. This date will give you enough time to submit your acceptance documents, receive your Confirmation of Enrolment, apply for and obtain your student visa, kiss your family and friends goodbye at the airport, and hop on a plane bound for Australia!
Check your name: (As on your passport), birth date, and student (applicant) ID number, campus location
Commencement and completion dates: Plan to arrive in Australia at least two weeks prior to your class start date.
Acceptance deposit amount: Your offer letter gives you the deposit amount required to hold your place.
Tuition fees: Your offer letter will list the total tuition fees.
University’s tuition fee policy: Please note that La Trobe reviews all fees annually and these fees are subject to change without notice. It is important to factor this into your financial plan.
Understand La Trobe’s refund policy.
Australian Release Policy: It is important to be aware of the Australian Release Policy. If you are considering transferring to another Australian institution, you must be aware that if you apply for a visa, you will be unable to change institutions. You should not apply for a visa unless you are certain you want to attend that university. Please read the Australian Government’s Release Policy for more information. Let us know if you have any questions!
Specific admissions requirements/conditions (if applicable), including includes vaccination info and certificate requirements.
Declining Your Offer?
In case you choose to decline your offer, please let us know as soon as possible. Let us know by emailing your OzTREKK admissions officer outlining your decision and reason for declining your offer. We will then advise the university on your behalf. This is important because it can potentially open a spot for another student!
How to Accept
Step 1 – Read Your Entire Offer Letter
Ensure that you have read and understood your Letter of Offer and all terms and conditions.
Step 2 – Respond to Offer
Log into La Trobe’s application portal and click “Respond to Offer.” Select “Accept Offer” and upload your completed Offer Acceptance Form for International Students document found in your offer letter.
Step 3 – Pay Acceptance Deposit
Payments must be made using the La Trobe application portal by credit card (Visa or MasterCard) or telegraphic/wire transfer. Save a copy of your payment receipt. See Paying Via Convera for information about the process.
Step 4 – Email Acceptance Documents to OzTREKK
Email us a copy of your completed Offer Acceptance Form for International Students, as well as your payment receipt. OzTREKK must submit these documents as part of your acceptance to the university.
Step 5 – Receive Your CoE
When your acceptance and payment are processed, the university will create your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). OzTREKK will email your CoE and instructions on how to apply for your Australian student visa.
Payment Methods
Payments must be made using the La Trobe application portal by credit card (Visa or MasterCard) or wire transfer.
For instructions on how to use Convera, see Paying Via Convera.
#OzTREKKTip: Do not pay by bank draft or cheque.
If you plan to pay your acceptance deposit via credit card, contact the credit card company and advise them that a large payment will soon be processed in Australia in Australian dollars, as it may be deemed a possible fraud attempt.
Accommodation
Before you get into the nitty gritty about your university-specific accommodation options, it’s important to review the basics of securing long-term accommodation in Australia, which is often the number one predeparture priority of OzTREKK students. If you aren’t living on campus or pre-arranging accommodation before you leave Canada, we highly recommend that you understand how renting a property in Oz works, so you’ll be prepared to hunt for a place to live when you arrive. There are many benefits in arranging housing after you arrive. You can
- physically inspect the property before accepting the terms and conditions of the lease;
- decide whether you will be comfortable in your new neighbourhood;
- assess the noise levels, both by day and night. Remember, you need to be able to sleep and study in your new home;
- check whether it is well-lit at night.
This process still requires preparation. Consider the following when thinking about accommodation options:
- Ensure you have temporary accommodation arranged.
- Be prepared financially for the time you may need to spend in temporary accommodation.
- Make housing your first priority.
- Avoid rushing your house hunting. Feeling rushed can hinder your ability to make wise choices.
- Be informed. Before you arrive, read as much as you can about the various housing options and how to arrange them. Then you can get straight into house hunting after you arrive, rather than trying to figure out where to go and what to do.
Things to Consider When Comparing Options
Location
Take a look at Google Maps when comparing accommodation options!
Amenities
Kitchen, meal plan, gym, A/C, etc.
Cost/price range
This will be dependent on the location and amenities. Typically, the closer to campus and the most amenities offered the higher the price.
Short-term Accommodation
Bundoora Campus
- Glenn College
- Campus Melbourne – Part of Together Co Living Melbourne. They’ve converted three floors of their space into budget-friendly temporary accommodation for students.
If you are interested in exploring other options for temporary accommodation, you can visit the following websites for hotel and backpacker information:
On Campus
La Trobe doesn’t have any uni-managed on-campus accommodation options. Check out “Off Campus, Managed” where you’ll find several privately managed students accommodation options right on campus!
Off Campus Managed
The following student accommodation options are located within La Trobe University, but are privately managed by UniLodge. They can be booked at any time and should be reserved well in advance of your commencement.
Bundoora
North and South Apartments – A range of studios and multi-bedroom apartments shared between four, five and six people. Self-catered.
Glenn College – Single rooms. Shared bathrooms. Fully catered breakfast and dinner.
Menzies College – Single rooms. Shared bathrooms. Optional meal program for breakfast and dinner at Glenn College.
Chisholm College – Options for undergraduate, mature aged and postgraduate students. Single rooms, shared bathrooms. Optional meal program for breakfast and dinner at Glenn College.
Bendigo
Hillside Apartments – Single rooms. Shard bathrooms. Self-catered.
The Terraces – Shared houses with 8 rooms. Shared common areas. Self-catered.
The Units – Single rooms. Shared common areas. Self-catered.
The Villas – Available to second, third year and postgraduate students. Four-bedroom villas with shared common areas. Self-catered.
La Trobe’s Bendigo campus does not offer a catering service. There is a small coffee shop located in the campus library. The campus is located within a 900-metre walk to a shopping centre, which has grocery stores, various fast-food options, post office, doctor’s office, and coffee shops. There is also a bus service that stops at La Trobe and takes various routes to the main town street.
On-campus Accommodation Grant
All international students arriving in 2025 are eligible to apply for the International Student Accommodation Grant. When you complete your on-campus accommodation application, provide the Agent Code LTUINTL2025 to be considered.
Private Rentals
This is the most popular option for students from Canada studying at Australian universities. Students from Canada who are studying at La Trobe University rent houses or apartments and often share these with other students.
Lots of tips on La Trobe’s Off-campus Accommodation site!
To find off-campus accommodation providers, rental tips, property advice, etc., visit
Look for a Place and a Roommate
- Student Sharehousing Australia
- Have a look at student.com and type in your city!
- Flatmates
- Gumtree
The ‘burbs
La Trobe’s Transport Central website is a great resource to find out how to get to uni from various transportation methods.
Bundoora
Melbourne is well-serviced by public transport. Trams, trains and buses are available. See Public Transport Victoria for information regarding timetables, maps, tram stops, train stations, bus route, fares and concessions.
Riding a bicycle is a great way to save money and keep fit. Cyclists find the Bicycle Network website useful for information on rules and regulations, purchasing bikes and accessories, safety and path maps.
Airport Pick-ups
La Trobe University doesn’t offer complimentary airport pickup; however, there are plenty of ways to get to where you need to go! Visit La Trobe’s Airport transport options page for details.
Advice from OzTREKK Students
Each year we send a survey to the students in their first year of studying in Australia, then we compile the info.
Read our La Trobe University Students’ Advice to get all the insider tips (copied directly from the survey!) for a smooth transition to studying at La Trobe University.
- University
- Program
- Adjustment to living in Australia
- Accommodation (Where? How much? How long did it take to find?)
- Work outside the classroom
