Macquarie University Admission

Ranked among the world's best universities, Macquarie University offers more than 250 programs of study at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The process for international student admissions to undergraduate courses is done in two sessions: Session 1 and Session 2. With an acceptance rate of about 54% percent makes the process moderately competitive.

 

Macquarie University has specific admission requirements for international students, which include meeting academic qualifications, English language proficiency, and submitting necessary documents such as transcripts and recommendations. An application fee of AUD 75 is to be submitted at the time of the application.

 

At Macquarie University, international students applying for Master’s programs must meet specific English language proficiency requirements such as IELTS (5.5 - 7.5), PTE (45 - 75), TOEFL (66 - 105), and Duolingo (95 - 120). Undergraduate applicants may need to convert their qualifications to the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) and verify if they are eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). 

Macquarie University has two intakes - Session 1 in October and Session 2 in April. The most preferred intake by international students is the October intake which is Session 1. Application deadlines vary depending on the course.

 

The university offers an academic range, with 115 undergraduate and 80 graduate degrees, and around 12,000 international students on all of its campuses. Its leading programs are Business, Engineering, IT, Education, Media, and Law. These are approximately estimated in a range of INR 22 Lakh to INR 30 Lakh for undergraduate programs and INR 20 Lakh to INR 32 Lakh for postgraduate programs. However, fees may differ depending on the particular course one opts for and the duration of the course.

The eligibility criteria at Macquarie University vary depending on the course and major. Below are the eligibility criteria for top Master's programs for international students.
 

Graduate Eligibility Criteria:

Undergraduate Eligibility Criteria:

 

Macquarie University classifies you as an international student if you are not a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, nor do you hold Australian permanent resident status, or an Australian humanitarian visa.

 

Step 1- Choose your course from any available degrees.

 

Step 2- Ensure that you check the entry requirements; also, check the requirements for qualification recognition, English proficiency, and eligibility for recognition of prior learning (RPL).

 

Step 3- Apply directly online at UAC.international, through UAC International, or an authorized agent.

 

Step 4- Receive your offer, accept it, and prepare for enrollment.

Availability at Central Courtyard accommodation is limited and prioritized for:

 

1. 
   First-year students in undergraduate, postgraduate, or foundation courses.
2. 
   Those with a Central Courtyard Accommodation scholarship.
3. 
   Students face significant challenges without university housing due to health, disability, or other factors.

The application process takes about 10 minutes:

 

Step 1 - View room options and choose your preferences.

Step 2 - Register on the Accommodation Portal.

Step 3 - Select your term and submit your application.

To apply for a scholarship at Macquarie University, follow these steps:

 

Step 1 - Choose a course and apply for admission.

 

Step 2 - Check scholarship eligibility based on your program, academic achievements, or specific criteria.

 

Step 3 - Apply for the scholarship either through the university’s online application portal or via a separate form if required.

 

Step 4 - Submit supporting documents, such as academic records, a personal statement, and references.

 

Step 5 - Await the outcome after the review process.