UNSW Gateway Program
Set yourself up for success in the HSC and beyond
The UNSW Gateway Program supports you on your journey to university.
Whether you're in your final years of high school or if you've finished school, you can explore your interest and get tailored support on how to apply to uni. Take part in workshops, on-campus days and online learning, and gain support in applying for the Gateway Admission Pathway to fast-track your entry into UNSW.
- I'm in Year 11 / 12
- I'm in Year 10
- I've finished high school
Programs for Year 11 & 12 students
You’re in your final years of high school, which means now is the time to start exploring your options after graduation.
Our Gateway Program gives you a taste of uni life, so you can head into the HSC and feel confident that you’re on the right path.
Mark your calendars
From 4 May | Access the online learning hub
Interactive resources offering subject-specific academic support, faculty and degree information and advice about the transition to university.
22–25 June | Live sessions through the online learning hub
A week-long series of live sessions, from practice papers to subject-specific advice, delivered by HSC teachers and markers, UNSW staff and University Ambassadors. You'll also be able to get guidance on writing a personal statement for your Gateway Admission Pathway application.
8–9 July | On-campus days
Visit UNSW Sydney for a taste of uni life and join faculty-led workshops and academic masterclasses.
Programs for Year 10 students
Wondering what comes after high school? Year 10 is a great time to start exploring your interests, discover uni pathways and think about the possibilities ahead. Delivered to Gateway partner schools through an interactive in-school workshop, see how your personal values can guide the decisions that shape your future.
To get involved, ask your careers adviser if your school is registered.
This program runs from 16 February – 13 March 2026.
What if my school isn't participating?
You can still explore your options and begin preparing for university on your own. Explore our 400+ degrees, dive into a study area that interests you, and find out what it’s like to be an undergraduate student at UNSW. If you’re not sure where to begin, check out InsideOut for degree recommendations based on your values and interests.
Programs for high school graduates
Thinking about university after some time away from school? Join us online and on-campus to explore UNSW’s degrees and faculties, experience campus life and see where a UNSW degree could take you.
Key dates
From 4 May | Access the online learning hub
Packed with interactive resources to support your next step towards university.
22–25 June | Live sessions through the online learning hub
Gain insights into your study options through faculty and degree info sessions, connect with UNSW staff and students and learn more about the Gateway Admission Pathway.
8–9 July | On-campus days
Visit UNSW Sydney for a taste of uni life and join faculty-led workshops and academic masterclasses.
Unlocking Gateway
Check your eligibility
To be eligible for UNSW Gateway, you must:
- be an Australian/New Zealand Citizen, Australia Permanent Resident or hold an identified protection or bridging visa
- intend to complete an Australian Year 12 qualification or have completed one in the last five years
AND meet at least one of the following equity criteria:
- currently live in a low-socioeconomic area, based on the 2021 Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA) – Index of Education and Occupation (IEO)
- identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- attend a UNSW Gateway partner school or have attended one in the year you completed an Australian Year 12 qualification
- hold an eligible permanent protection, temporary protection or bridging visa
Note: To apply through the Gateway Admission Pathway, you must be completing an Australian Year 12 qualification in the year of application or have completed one in the last five years.
Check our list below to see if you attend a Gateway partner school. You can find the list of Gateway partner schools for the past five years here.
Don't see your school on the list or unsure if you're eligible? Contact us.
Are you an international student?
If you attend a Gateway partner school, you’re welcome to participate in the Gateway Program. While the Gateway Admission Pathway is only available to students who hold an eligible visa, there are other ways we can support you on your journey to UNSW.
Find out more about alternative entry pathways and Academic and English programs at UNSW College.
Ready to apply for uni?
Apply for our Gateway Admission Pathway
If you’re in Year 12 or completed an Australian Year 12 qualification within the past five years, you may be eligible for the Gateway Admission Pathway. If successful, you could receive an early offer to UNSW or an early conditional offer with a reduced ATAR requirement for your chosen degree.