The Ready Set Uni program, facilitated by CUC Western Riverina (CUCWR), offers Year 12 students the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue higher education. Whether students plan to attend university, TAFE, or explore other pathways, the program ensures they feel well-prepared for academic life after school.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST FOR 2026?
Will you be a Year 12 student in 2026? Register your interest using the Expression of Interest form below to be part of the 2026 Ready Set Uni program.
Registrations for 2026 will open on the 10th of November 2025.
If you are a current Year 12 student in 2025, you can seek support by getting into contact with Maddi on 0419 540 956 or maddison.ramponi@cucwesternriverina.edu.au
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Duration: 5 weeks Topics Included: Uni101, University Pathways, Early Admission, UAC Applications, Resumes + Answering Selection Criteria, Finance & Scholarships, Life as a Uni Student (Social & Academic Skills), Using Artifical Intelligence within Higher Education.
- Location: CUC Western Riverina. Sessions are offered in Griffith (2/1 Olympic Street) and Leeton (Sycamore Street).
- Eligibility: Open to all Year 12 students from the Western Riverina region.
- Attendance Requirements: To obtain a Certificate of Completion, students must attend 4 out of 5 sessions.
BENEFITS:
- Explore a range of pathways
- Build essential academic skills
- Guidance on applications and scholarships
- Real-life insights and mentorship
- Gain confidence in transitioning to university life
- Financial literacy and wellbeing support
- Build a peer support network
- Receive a program completion certificate
2026 PROGRAM DATES:
| Leeton | Griffith (Session 1) | Griffith (Session 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, 24th March 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm | Wednesday, 25th March 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm | Thursday, 26th March 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm |
| Tuesday, 31st March 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm | Wednesday, 1st April 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm | Thursday, 2nd April 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm |
| Tuesday, 21st April 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm | Wednesday, 22nd April 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm | Thursday, 23rd April 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm |
| Tuesday, 28th April 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm | Wednesday, 29th April 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm | Thursday, 30th April 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm |
| Tuesday, 5th May 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm | Wednesday, 6th May 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm | Thursday, 7th May 2026 - 4pm - 5:30pm |
Meet your Program Coordinator & Student Mentor
Maddi Ramponi
Maddi, a high-achieving student at CUC Western Riverina, studies Law and Criminology with the University of New England. As a former School Captain and current First Year Advisor for first-year university students, she is dedicated to supporting equitable education in the Western Riverina region.
For more information or enquries, contact Maddi