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University of Adelaide

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Founded in 1874, University of Adelaide is a university in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. It enrols approximately 30,504 students, a member of Group of Eight. The institution is ranked #82 in the QS World University Rankings.

Admission rate
75%
Median earnings 10 yrs out
A$42,250
Founded
1874
QS World Rank
#82
QS 2026 · Score 63.8

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.

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 Adelaide'.
30,504
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 Adelaide' = 74.6 (72.3, 76.8) (90% CI).
74.6%
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 Adelaide' = 75,000 (73,700, 76,300) (90% CI).
A$75,000 / 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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  • Equal Consideration closing date · in 49 days
    SATAC — South Australia & NT undergraduate (2027) · Applicants to undergraduate courses at SATAC participating institutions (South Australia and Northern Territory) for 2027. · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • Semester 1 change of preference deadline · in 85 days
    SATAC — South Australia & NT undergraduate (2027) · Applicants to undergraduate courses at SATAC participating institutions (South Australia and Northern Territory) for 2027. · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • Last Semester 1 offers · in 149 days
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About the institution

  • Affiliations: Association of Pacific Rim Universities, Australian Research Data Commons, Digital Preservation Coalition, Group of Eight, ORCID, Inc. (+2 more)
Official website ↗ Wikipedia ↗

Outcomes

Frequently asked questions

What is the admission rate at University of Adelaide?

University of Adelaide has an admission rate of approximately 75.0%. This figure reflects the overall proportion of applicants who receive an offer of admission.

When was University of Adelaide founded?

University of Adelaide was founded in 1874.

How many students attend University of Adelaide?

University of Adelaide enrols approximately 30,504 students.

What is the QS World Ranking of University of Adelaide?

University of Adelaide is ranked #82 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

What is the official website of University of Adelaide?

The official website of University of Adelaide is adelaide.edu.au.

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