Macquarie University: Ranking, Acceptance Rate, Scholarships & Fees

Macquarie University, located in Sydney, Australia, is known for its strong academic reputation and diverse range of programs. Whether you're considering undergraduate or postgraduate studies, the university offers a high-quality education with global opportunities. In this guide, we’ll explore Macquarie’s ranking, acceptance rate, scholarships, and fees to help you make an informed decision.

Macquarie Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships

Macquarie University                                                                                                                        Deadline: Ongoing (annual)
Bachelors/Masters Degree                                                                                                               Study in:  Australia
                                                                                                                                                              Next course starts July 2023

Brief description: 

The Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship recognises academic excellence for international students. This highly competitive scholarship, based on academic merit, is awarded to future students. It provides a partial tuition fee scholarship for outstanding students to study for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Macquarie University.

Host Institution(s):

 Macquarie University in Australia

Levels/Fields of Study:

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes offered at the University

Number of Awards:

Not specified

Target group:

International students from a country other than Australia or New Zealand

Macquarie University Courses: Programs, Duration, Fees, and Degrees Overview

Here’s an enhanced version of the table with the fees and duration for each course category. Please note, these are general estimates, and the exact fees and duration can vary.

Course Category	Programs Offered	Degrees Available	Duration	Estimated Fees (AUD)
Undergraduate Courses	Arts, Science, Business, Education, Law	Bachelor of Arts, Science, Business, Law	3-4 years	$30,000 - $40,000 per year
Postgraduate Courses	MBA, Research, IT, Education	Master of Business Administration (MBA), M. Sc	1-2 years	$40,000 - $50,000 per year
Research Programs	Doctoral Programs (PhD)	PhD in Science, Arts, Engineering, etc.	3-4 years	$30,000 - $40,000 per year
Online Courses	Business, IT, Education, Data Science	Online Bachelor's & Master's Degrees	Varies (1-3 years)	$20,000 - $35,000 per year
Professional Development	Short courses, Workshops, Executive Education	Certificates, Diplomas	Varies (6 months - 1 year)	$2,000 - $10,000 per course
International Programs	Global Exchange, Study Abroad	Exchange programs with partner universities	1 semester to 1 year	Varies (depends on exchange agreement)

Scholarship Value/Duration/Inclusions:

The scholarship amount is varied up to AUD$10,000  and will be applied towards your tuition fee.  It is not renewable.

The scholarships DO NOT provide financial support in the form of a living allowance, nor does it provide for the cost of visa application, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), airfares, accommodation, conferences or other costs associated with study.

Eligibility:

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must be a full-time international student commencing an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree (excluding Graduate Certificates and Global MBA courses) and meet the following criteria:

• • Achieve a minimum WAM equivalent of 65 for Postgraduate applications; or a minimum ATAR equivalent of 85 for Undergraduate applications.
• • Commence study in the session and year indicated in your scholarship letter of offer.

Application Instructions:

To be considered for this scholarship, applicants are required to complete a nomination form and hold a valid offer letter to study at Macquarie University. Applicants must complete an online application form and type “VCIS” in the Scholarship Name field and submit their student number as outline on your Macquarie University Offer Letter.

You are advised to apply at least two to three months before Session begins, in order to avoid disappointment, and to give you enough time to organise your student visa.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application forms and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website: 
https://mq.edu.au/study/admissions-and-entry/scholarships/international/vice-chancellor-s-international-scholarship

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Macquarie University Acceptance Rate

Macquarie University, located in Sydney, Australia, has a competitive admissions process. The acceptance rate can vary depending on the program, level of study, and applicant qualifications. Here's a breakdown of the general acceptance rate for different programs at Macquarie University:

Category	Details
Overall Acceptance Rate	Approximately 35-40%
Undergraduate Programs	Around 40-50%
Postgraduate Programs	Around 30-45%
Highly Competitive Programs	Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business
Programs with Higher Acceptance	Arts, Social Sciences, Education
International Students	International students have slightly lower acceptance rates compared to domestic students
Entry Criteria for Competitive Programs	High academic scores (around 80% and above) and meeting English language requirements
Postgraduate Acceptance	Based on academic qualifications and relevant work experience, particularly for business and research programs

Macquarie University QS Ranking

Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia, is ranked #133 globally in the 2025 QS World University Rankings, slightly dropping from its previous ranking of #130 in 2024.

Year	QS Global Ranking	Subject Ranking
2024	= 214th (QS World University Rankings)	Top 150 in Business & Economics, Top 200 in Education, Top 250 in Law
2023	210th (QS World University Rankings)	Top 150 in Business & Economics, Top 200 in Education, Top 250 in Law
2022	214th (QS World University Rankings)	Top 200 in Law, Top 250 in Education

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