University fees in Australia in 2026
A detailed analysis of the tuition fees of the 43 institutions in Australia that published their fees: bachelor, master, doctorate, public vs private.
Fee summary in Australia
According to our data, the average bachelor fee in Australia is 38,163 AUD per year, for the 43 universities that published their fees. Costs vary considerably by institution, field of study and public or private status.
The most attractive bachelor fee starts at 25,000 AUD per year, with a maximum observed of 62,000 AUD per year. This range illustrates the gap that can exist between public institutions and private schools.
Fees by study level
Bachelor's degree
Based on 43 universities
From
25,000
AUD
Average
38,163
AUD
Up to
62,000
AUD
Master's degree
Based on 43 universities
From
23,000
AUD
Average
35,651
AUD
Up to
58,000
AUD
Doctorate
Based on 43 universities
From
24,000
AUD
Average
36,860
AUD
Up to
60,000
AUD
Public vs Private — Bachelor fees
Average bachelor fee
Minimum bachelor fee
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Cheapest universitiesFrequently asked questions about fees in Australia
How much does a bachelor's degree cost in Australia?
A bachelor's degree in Australia costs between 25,000 and 62,000 AUD per year, with an average of 38,163 AUD, depending on the institution and field.
Are public universities cheaper in Australia?
Yes, generally. On average, a bachelor's degree costs 37,811 AUD at a public university versus 40,333 AUD in the private sector, a difference of 6.7%.
How much does a master's or doctorate cost in Australia?
For a master's, fees range from 23,000 to 58,000 AUD per year. A doctorate costs between 24,000 and 60,000 AUD per year.
Do these amounts include all fees?
No. The fees shown correspond to the tuition announced by the institutions. Application, housing, living and insurance costs remain the student's responsibility and vary by city and lifestyle.
Universities included in this analysis
The 43 universities in Australia that published their minimum bachelor fees. Only the first 30 are shown — use the button to reveal more.
Avondale University
University of Divinity
University of the Sunshine Coast
University of Southern Queensland
Charles Sturt University
Federation University Australia
Central Queensland University
University of Canberra
Victoria University
Southern Cross University
Australian Catholic University
Charles Darwin University
University of Wollongong
University of Tasmania
University of Notre Dame Australia
Torrens University Australia
Western Sydney University
Griffith University
Flinders University
University of New England
Murdoch University
Edith Cowan University
University of Newcastle
University of South Australia
La Trobe University
James Cook University
Swinburne University of Technology
Deakin University
Curtin University