About Australian Education International

Australian Education International (AEI) is the international arm of the Australian Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations, with 26 overseas offices in 18 economies.

AEI North America is based in the Embassy of Australia in Washington, DC.  We work with institutions, associations, government and non-government agencies, as well as students and advisors to strengthen bilateral relationships through increased education, research, and teaching exchange between Australia and North America.

We provide students, parents and advisors with information on study in Australia, including:
 

• Australian education system 
• Quality assurance and consumer protection for overseas students  
• How to find a program (schools, vocational, undergraduate, graduate and professional)
• Scholarships and funding
• Application process and entry requirements
• Pre-departure information

As a government agency, we represent the entire Australian education sector. We do not recommend specific programs or institutions, run our own study abroad programs or accept applications for entry into an Australian institution. We can, however, direct you to a program provider, or an Australian institution's international office who will help you through the application process for studying in an Australian institution.

If you have questions that are not answered within our website, feel free to contact us by phone or e-mail, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time. We do not conduct in-person student advising.

Questions about student visas must be handled by the Information Service for Australian Visas, who can be contacted by phone: 1 905-280-1437, by email or at their website.