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Unique Student Identifier (USI)

Unique Student Identifier (USI) is your individual education number for life. A USI is a reference number made up of ten numbers and letters. It’s free, easy to create and stays with you for life.

You’ll need a USI if you are a:

  • new or continuing student undertaking nationally recognised training
  • higher education student in a Commonwealth supported place or graduating in 2023 and beyond.

Without one, you won’t be able to receive your statement of attainment, qualification, or award. You also won’t be eligible for higher education support, like HECS-HELP.

Please complete this form to provide JCU with your USI.

Requirements:

Domestic Students
From 1 January 2023, all higher education students, including those who commenced prior to 2021, must have a USI to:
  • be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) and Commonwealth financial assistance (HECS-HELP, FEE-HELP, OS-HELP, SA-HELP)
  • to graduate and receive their award.
International Students
International students studying in Australia with an Australian education or training provider need to get a USI to receive their award. International students cannot create a USI until they have arrived in Australia.

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