Start Your Higher Education Journey Today

Whether you're finishing school, returning to study, or making a career change - CUC Western Riverina has the resources, guidance, and community to help you take the next step without leaving home.

Find a course that works for you

You don’t have to leave the Western Riverina to go to uni. Many of our students study online; many commute to attend class face-to-face. You can do either, or both. Part-time or full-time, day or night. Our centres are open 5am to midnight, seven days a week, so study fits around your life, not the other way round.

Not sure where to start? We can help you research courses and talk through your options. Our advice is entirely ‘agnostic’: because we’re a non-profit, not a university,  we can look for options at many different unis to find a course that best suits your goals and preferences and can work with your current commitments.

We also know that studying regionally comes with its own challenges. For many of our students, that means juggling work or family responsibilities, seasonal work demands, or managing study while living with a disability or mental health condition, or caring for someone who does. Whatever your circumstances, we can offer tailored advice and connect you with local and university services.

Your Local Guide to Higher Education

A practical guide covering everything you need to know about getting into, paying for, and succeeding in higher education. Pick up a free copy in-centre or explore it online.

Getting into University

Everything you need to know about applying for higher education in Australia, from understanding ATAR to alternative entry pathways.

Applying to Uni Guide

Funding Your Studies

Study doesn't have to cost you a fortune upfront. Understand what government support, scholarships, and financial assistance is available to you.

Scholarship Guide

Pathways to Higher Education

There's more than one road to a degree. Discover how different backgrounds and starting points can all lead to higher education success.

Explore Pathways

Life at University

What to expect once you start - and how to set yourself up for success from your very first week of study.

Academic Advice

Inspiration From Home: Real People. Real Journeys.

Hear from students who built their futures without leaving the community they love, and from local industry professionals who share what it takes to succeed in their field.

Ready to take the next step? Talk to us!

Book a free, no-obligation pathways consultation with our team in Griffith or Leeton. Or register today and get access to our centres, resources, and support immediately.