International Students
For nearly 60 years, we have been welcoming students from around the world into our high quality, award winning International Student Programme.
How to enrol in our International Student Programme
Students may liaise with a Mercedes College approved Education Agent, or enrol directly with Mercedes College by following these three steps:
- Complete our International Student Enrolment Application Form.
- Attach a copy of your Academic Transcripts for last three years.
- Attach a copy of the your passport, if available.
Students require an average academic transcript score of 80 per cent or more in the subjects they wish to study to be eligible to join our International Student Programme.
Evidence of English proficiency is required. Students are encouraged to sit an Australian Education Assessment Services (AEAS) test with results forwarded to Mercedes College enabling us to accurately propose a personalised study plan.
Students from countries of other assessment levels will be enrolled into an intensive English course at an institution approved by Mercedes College (currently, the South Australian College of English and the Adelaide Institute of Business and Technology/Adelaide International School).
If you are not able to provide evidence of English proficiency you will be placed in an Intensive English course with our preferred provider and attend English language classes until a suitable level is attained to attend our mainstream classes.
College fees
Long term enrolments and a range of courses and study opportunities are available.
Fees are listed in our 2025 International Student Programme Financial Information factsheet.
Financial inforamtion also available in other languages:
All College fees are reviewed annually.
CRICOS Code: 00365D
Leeanne Moriarty
International Marketing Manager
T | +61 8 8372 3200
E | International enrolment
Homestay, Guardianship, and Welfare Support
Members of our International Student Programme (ISP) are under the guardianship of Mercedes College from the moment they arrive in Adelaide. We will arrange a Homestay placement for students to stay with a local family, unless other arrangements are organised during the enrolment process.
Our Welfare and Accommodation Coordinator supports students throughout their time at the College:
- on arrival in Adelaide
- with visa advice
- Homestay placement and assistance
- day to day pastoral care
- excursions and social club activities.
With a nurse on campus to assist with minor medical ailments, we also have established relationships with a wide variety of medical practitioners who respond quickly to student needs as required.
Most general health costs (excluding pharmaceuticals and specialist services) are covered by Australian Government insurance for overseas students. and our Coordinator of Student Accommodation and Welfare or Homestay Coordinator arrange appointments and transport to medical appointments if needed.
Further Support
With a focus on developing a strong sense of belonging amongst students, staff and families, our care resources are underpinned by an individualised commitment to make sure that each child is getting the most from their education and enjoying their learning journey.
Resources available for our international students include:
- Academic Advisor | A teacher with a background in International Studies who counsels our students about study requirements and subject selections. This includes advice on subject selections from Year 8 to Year 12 that will achieve the academic outcomes desired.
- Careers and Tertiary Pathways Specialist | A staff member who advises students on the entry requirements for any sought after tertiary courses in Australian and abroad.
- Accommodation and Welfare Coordinator | Available 24 hours a day to support each student, plus work with Homestay parents as needed.
Plus:
- Full time Student Counsellor (non-teaching).
- Year Level Coordinators.
- High quality, professional teachers.
- Pastoral care.
- Close monitoring of academic progress.
- Liaison with parents via written reports and personal interviews by travelling Mercedes College staff whilst overseas.
- Individualised programmes for students.
- Comprehensive literacy and numeracy support.
- Organisation of private tuition in school holidays if required.
- Specialised tutorials by old scholars who have received top academic awards.
- Special visits to all the Universities.
- Specialised workshops focusing on subject specific skills.
Discover Adelaide and South Australia
Mercedes College is nestled at the foot of the Adelaide Hills, just six kilometres south of the city of Adelaide, with stunning views of the metropolitan coastline from across the Campus.
Adelaide is one of the world's most beautiful and well-planned cities with a population of 1.38 million people. The city has a stable, peaceful environment plus one of the lowest costs of living in Australia.
Surrounding the city of Adelaide are many regions and experiences in reach for weekend trips away with your Homestay family, or for lengthier holidays with the permission of the Principal.
CRICOS Code: 00365D