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Study in Ballarat
This guide explains student life in Ballarat, Australia, including an estimated monthly student budget of $1,609, Ballarat has a temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons, featuring cool, wet winters and warm, dry summers., Student visa (subclass 500) guidance, 1 universities. Explore verified details for Australia below.

Student living overview
- Estimated monthly total
- $1,609
- Climate
- Ballarat has a temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons, featuring cool, wet winters and warm, dry summers.
- Safety score
- 85/100
- English friendliness
- 100%
- Student visa
- Student visa (subclass 500)
- Work while studying
- Up to 48 hours per fortnight during term time, and unlimited hours during study breaks.
Estimated monthly costs in USD
- Rent$808
- Food$450
- Transport$100
- Leisure$251
Rent is for An ensuite room in the Fedliving Halls of Residence at Federation University (AUD 287/week).
Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.
Potential advantages
- Significantly lower cost of living compared to major metropolitan cities like Melbourne
- Tight-knit, supportive campus community at Federation University
- Rich gold-rush history with beautiful heritage architecture and a relaxed lifestyle
- Close proximity to nature, regional parks, and wildlife
Considerations
- Colder and wetter winters than most other Australian cities
- Limited public transport options and frequency compared to major capitals
- Quieter nightlife and fewer large-scale entertainment venues
Student housing in Ballarat
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