University profile

RMIT University

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Founded in 1887, RMIT University is a university in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It enrols approximately 75,976 students. The institution is ranked #125 in the QS World University Rankings.

Admission rate
55%
Median earnings 10 yrs out
A$40,300
Founded
1887
QS World Rank
#125
QS 2026 · Score 65.3

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 = 137 courses; dataset extracted 2026-09-26. CRICOS provider code(s) used: 00122A.
A$47,040 / year
Students enrolled
Total headcount of all students (domestic + overseas, all course levels), 2024 full year; DoE 2024 Section 2 Table 2.5, row 'RMIT University'.
75,976
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 'RMIT University' = 61.8 (60.1, 63.6) (90% CI).
61.8%
Graduate median salary
Median annual full-time salary of domestic undergraduate graduates employed full-time, ~4-6 months after completion; GOS 2025 institution row 'RMIT University' = 70,000 (69,200, 70,800) (90% CI).
A$70,000 / year

Upcoming deadlines

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

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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: Australian Technology Network, ORCID, Inc., Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition
Official website ↗ Wikipedia ↗

Outcomes

Frequently asked questions

What is the admission rate at RMIT University?

RMIT University has an admission rate of approximately 55.0%. This figure reflects the overall proportion of applicants who receive an offer of admission.

When was RMIT University founded?

RMIT University was founded in 1887.

How many students attend RMIT University?

RMIT University enrols approximately 75,976 students.

How much is tuition at RMIT University for international students?

Undergraduate tuition for international students at RMIT University is about A$47,040 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 RMIT University?

RMIT University is ranked #125 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

What is the official website of RMIT University?

The official website of RMIT University is rmit.edu.au.

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