fees & scholarships

Fees & Scholarships .

Comparing costs .

We know finances are always a challenge for students, so we have outlined some cost comparisons below – estimated using data from Future Students UQ – to help you make an informed decision.

Expenses

Rent

Utilities

Food

Internet

Furnishings

Cleaning

Tutoring

Social activities

Transport

Gym

Total

Residency at Grace in 2025

$624 for all-inclusive, standard room package; $707 for all-inclusive, ensuite room package.

Included

Included

Included

Included

Included

Included

Included

Included

Included

$624 - $707 per week
$24,960 - $28,250 per year

Room in Off-Campus Share House

Approx. $250-$330 for share-house accommodation (and you have to pay for 52 weeks)

Approx. $43 - $54 per week for utilities such as electricity, gas and water.

$140 - $280 per week for groceries, on-campus coffees and snacks.

Approx. $11 - $29 per week for NBN high-speed broadband.

Approx. $1250 as a one-off expense (averaged to $25 per week) for the cost of buying new furniture, linen and household items.

Average of $60 per week for professional cleaning, spring cleaning and/or bond cleaning.

Average of $30 per week for 20 hours per year of additional academic and personal support services.

Approx. $40 - $70 per week for 2-3 weekly activities like live music / sport, movies, dinners and nights out.

Approx. $22 - $30 per week for public transportation, $150+ per week for driving and parking.

From $20 - $25 per week for sporting activities and gym membership.

$621 - $903 per week
$32,292 - $46,956 per year

*Estimates based on data from UQ's Cost of Living for future students. This table should be taken as a guide only. Insider Guides provides a helpful online Cost of Living Calculator to estimate your weekly, monthly and yearly living costs in greater detail.

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