The exchange program is very popular among Monash students, so it can be competitive to get a nomination to some institutions, especially in English-speaking countries. This means that not all students will be allocated to their first preference institution. When assessing applications International Education Coordinator (IEC) take into consideration your grades, your proposed area of study and your personal statement. It is important that you regularly check your Monash student email, especially during semester break periods, for updates from Monash Abroad.
Allocation to your first preference host institution
If you are allocated to your first preference institution you will receive an email from your IEC. The email will include instructions on next steps you will need to complete prior to being formally nominated.
Allocation to your second preference or alternative host institution
If you are not allocated to your first preference, your IEC will do their best to consider you for your second preference or third preference. Before they allocate you to your alternative preference, they will contact you to confirm that you still wish to proceed. In some cases, if neither of your preferences are viable, you will be provided with suggested alternative institutions to consider.
Once a suitable alternative institution is identified, you will receive a conditional allocation.
Post-Allocation Meetup
Once all students have been allocated to an institution, we will hold a post-allocation meetup. At this session, your IEC will go through some important information you will need as part of the next stage of the process, plus there will be an opportunity to connect with other students going to the same host location/country as you.