University profile

University of Melbourne

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Founded in 1853, University of Melbourne is a university in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It enrols approximately 75,513 students, a member of Group of Eight. The institution is ranked #19 globally by QS and #37 by Times Higher Education.

Admission rate
70%
Median earnings 10 yrs out
A$46,800
Founded
1853
QS World Rank
#19
QS 2026 · Score 90.8
THE World Rank
#37
Times Higher Education

Official data

Figures from government statistics, national graduate surveys and the university's own published fees. Each shows its source and the period it covers.

Undergraduate tuition — international students
Derived: median across the provider's active (Expired = 'No') CRICOS courses with Course Level = 'Bachelor Degree' (excludes 'Bachelor Honours Degree'; excludes courses shorter than 104 weeks as a proxy for graduate-entry/top-up programs), each annualised as Tuition Fee / Duration (Weeks) x 52. International (overseas student) tuition as registered on CRICOS; n = 20 courses; dataset extracted 2026-09-26. CRICOS provider code(s) used: 00116K.
A$47,835 / year
Students enrolled
Total headcount of all students (domestic + overseas, all course levels), 2024 full year; DoE 2024 Section 2 Table 2.5, row 'The University of Melbourne'.
75,513
Graduates in work (or further study)
Full-time employment rate (proportion of domestic undergraduate graduates available for full-time work who were employed full-time), surveyed ~4-6 months after course completion; GOS 2025 institution row 'The University of Melbourne' = 57.6 (55.3, 59.9) (90% CI).
57.6%
Graduate median salary
Median annual full-time salary of domestic undergraduate graduates employed full-time, ~4-6 months after completion; GOS 2025 institution row 'The University of Melbourne' = 69,200 (67,800, 70,600) (90% CI).
A$69,200 / year

Upcoming deadlines

For 2027 entry. Dates can change, so confirm on the source before you apply.

Typical for this route

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  • Late applications close ($166) · in 17 days
    VTAC — Victorian tertiary applications (courses commencing 2027) · Applicants to courses at VTAC participating institutions in Victoria commencing in 2027. VTAC: 'All dates and times are posted in AET to reflect the local time in Victoria.' · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • Very late applications close ($208) · in 52 days
    VTAC — Victorian tertiary applications (courses commencing 2027) · Applicants to courses at VTAC participating institutions in Victoria commencing in 2027. VTAC: 'All dates and times are posted in AET to reflect the local time in Victoria.' · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • VCE results and ATARs available online · in 58 days
    VTAC — Victorian tertiary applications (courses commencing 2027) · Applicants to courses at VTAC participating institutions in Victoria commencing in 2027. VTAC: 'All dates and times are posted in AET to reflect the local time in Victoria.' · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • Change of preference closes for current VCE/IB (May) students — December round · in 60 days
    VTAC — Victorian tertiary applications (courses commencing 2027) · Current VCE and IB (May sitting) students · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27

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About the institution

  • Affiliations: Association of Pacific Rim Universities, Australian Research Data Commons, Confederation of Open Access Repositories, DataCite, Digital Preservation Coalition (+5 more)
Official website ↗ Wikipedia ↗

Outcomes

Frequently asked questions

What is the admission rate at University of Melbourne?

University of Melbourne has an admission rate of approximately 70.0%. This figure reflects the overall proportion of applicants who receive an offer of admission.

When was University of Melbourne founded?

University of Melbourne was founded in 1853.

How many students attend University of Melbourne?

University of Melbourne enrols approximately 75,513 students.

How much is tuition at University of Melbourne for international students?

Undergraduate tuition for international students at University of Melbourne is about A$47,835 a year (2026-09-26, CRICOS Courses (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) open data export). Fees vary by programme; home students pay a different rate.

What is the QS World Ranking of University of Melbourne?

University of Melbourne is ranked #19 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Where does University of Melbourne rank in the Times Higher Education rankings?

University of Melbourne is ranked #37 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

What is the official website of University of Melbourne?

The official website of University of Melbourne is unimelb.edu.au.

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