Parents and guardians
As your child prepares to embark on the path to a fulfilling career, it's an exciting yet sometimes daunting time for young adults.
The decision to let your child live on campus at university is a significant one. Depending on your home's location, they might find themselves far from loved ones and navigating life on their own for the very first time.
We understand that there's truly no place like home. However, from the moment they set their bags down, we're confident they'll discover their unique place in our vibrant community.
What I love most about Baxter is the community—everyone gets involved and you’re bound to make some of the best friends of your life. My dad still calls his college friends his closest mates, and now I call them my aunties and uncles. That’s the kind of connection I’ve found here too.
How we support student journeys
Our award-winning student experience ensures that your child's time at UNSW is as fulfilling and transformative as possible. From the moment they step onto campus, they become part of a vibrant and diverse residential community. Here, they will quickly establish meaningful connections with their peers, advisers and fellow residents.
Safety, wellbeing and academic excellence are our top priorities. We provide an on-campus health clinic, mental health and wellbeing services, and round-the-clock security services. Our residents also benefit from academic mentorship, foster more peer connections and often engage in group study sessions.
Aaron's Scholarship Journey
The college gave him a supportive base so he could focus on his studies without the stress of cooking or commuting. The Community Plus Scholarship made it all possible.
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We feel the Community Plus Program has literally been life-changing for Aaron and us as a family. It has enabled him to study in a course that he was passionate about, in a city that he was keen to go to uni in, because of the future graduate programs and job opportunities – he could've studied this in Adelaide but really had his mindset on coming to Sydney, and this is what it's enabled him to do - Katrina, mum
I think even the structure of the program and what it offers has opened up time, money and all these different opportunities to focus on academics and building up that support network that's so important for bridging those difficulties in starting that you sometimes come across - Ian, dad
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He’s so much more confident and social. He’s built friendships that really look out for him — that community means everything, especially for someone studying so far from home.
Darby & Monica: Community and Support
If you are moving away from regional area for university, consider living on-campus and experience college living — because there's nothing like it.
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It’s given me my best mates for life — especially doing a demanding double degree. You can collaborate, share the workload, and you’re never doing it alone.
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I’m proud he’s at UNSW doing what he loves, but most of all I know he’s got good friends and support at college. The meals, the resources — it all makes life easier so he can focus on studying.
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Definitely — the community and value you get is unbeatable. It’s an experience you’ll keep for the rest of your life.
Sophia & Lee: Moving interstate to UNSW
It was reassuring knowing she’d have mentors, staff, and other students around her. College gave her a stepping stone into independence — but with so much support.
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Everyone’s in the same boat — you’re all learning how to ‘adult’ together. I’ve made amazing friends from all walks of life and it’s so convenient for getting to class and studying with people in the same degree.
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Being on campus made the transition so much easier. She’s surrounded by friends doing similar degrees and can balance her studies with social life — it really keeps her happy and thriving.
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Even if it feels like a huge step, everyone’s moving away from home in some way — so you’re never alone.
Lukas's Home away from Home
University can feel scary and lonely, having a place you can call home really matters. Being part of a College community gives you a level of emotional support especially when you're taking a big step.
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College gives you a home base when you’re away from family. It’s a supportive community, not just a place to stay — that’s so important for a big move.
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Being a scholarship student, it’s made a huge difference financially and emotionally. Lukas has a family here now — he’s made friends and has a network that keeps him motivated.
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Being surrounded by other students keep you accountable and motivated. Moving to a big city is a big change, but it’s absolutely worth it — the facilities and people make university life so much better. Everyone is friendly, and it really feels like one big family.
