University profile

Macquarie University

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Founded in 1964, Macquarie University is a university in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It enrols approximately 44,849 students. The institution is ranked #138 globally by QS and #169 by Times Higher Education.

Admission rate
50%
Median earnings 10 yrs out
A$41,600
Founded
1964
QS World Rank
#138
QS 2026 · Score 63.3
THE World Rank
#169
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 = 118 courses; dataset extracted 2026-09-26. CRICOS provider code(s) used: 00002J.
A$47,533 / year
Students enrolled
Total headcount of all students (domestic + overseas, all course levels), 2024 full year; DoE 2024 Section 2 Table 2.5, row 'Macquarie University'.
44,849
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 'Macquarie University' = 68.1 (66.0, 70.2) (90% CI).
68.1%
Graduate median salary
Median annual full-time salary of domestic undergraduate graduates employed full-time, ~4-6 months after completion; GOS 2025 institution row 'Macquarie University' = 72,500 (70,600, 74,400) (90% CI).
A$72,500 / 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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  • Apply for December Round 2 (main offer round) — application deadline · in 44 days
    UAC — NSW & ACT undergraduate (Semester 1, 2027) · Year 12, non-school-leaver and international applicants to undergraduate courses at UAC participating institutions (NSW & ACT) starting in 2027. · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • NSW and ACT ATARs released · in 64 days
    UAC — NSW & ACT undergraduate (Semester 1, 2027) · Year 12, non-school-leaver and international applicants to undergraduate courses at UAC participating institutions (NSW & ACT) starting in 2027. · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • Change preferences for December Round 2 offers · in 66 days
    UAC — NSW & ACT undergraduate (Semester 1, 2027) · Year 12, non-school-leaver and international applicants to undergraduate courses at UAC participating institutions (NSW & ACT) starting in 2027. · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • December Round 2 offers released — main offer round for Semester 1 · in 71 days
    UAC — NSW & ACT undergraduate (Semester 1, 2027) · Year 12, non-school-leaver and international applicants to undergraduate courses at UAC participating institutions (NSW & ACT) starting in 2027. · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27

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About the institution

  • Motto: And gladly teche oneself
  • Affiliations: Australian Research Data Commons, Carpentries, Dryad, ORCID, Inc., Open Access Australasia (+4 more)
Official website ↗ Wikipedia ↗

Outcomes

Frequently asked questions

What is the admission rate at Macquarie University?

Macquarie University has an admission rate of approximately 50.0%. This figure reflects the overall proportion of applicants who receive an offer of admission.

When was Macquarie University founded?

Macquarie University was founded in 1964.

How many students attend Macquarie University?

Macquarie University enrols approximately 44,849 students.

How much is tuition at Macquarie University for international students?

Undergraduate tuition for international students at Macquarie University is about A$47,533 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 Macquarie University?

Macquarie University is ranked #138 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Where does Macquarie University rank in the Times Higher Education rankings?

Macquarie University is ranked #169 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

What is the official website of Macquarie University?

The official website of Macquarie University is mq.edu.au.

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