Australia — university guide
The 43 universities in Australia in 2026
An informative guide to the 43 higher education institutions in Australia: international rankings, tuition fees, programs and practical information for your orientation.
43
Universities
37
Public
6
Private
#27
Best ranking
University of Melbourne
25,000 AUD
Min bachelor fee
46
Programs
Bachelor fee range in Australia
Based on the 43 universities in Australia that published their fees.
Min25,000 AUDMax62,000 AUD
Universities in Australia: public, private, rankings, fees and programs
37
Public universities
The public institutions in Australia
37universities
6
Private universities
The private institutions in Australia
6universities
39
Best universities
Ranked by overall average
39universities
43
The cheapest
Universities with the lowest fees
43universities
43
University fees
Tuition fee analysis
43universities
46
Programs
Fields offered in Australia
46programs
List of universities in Australia in 2026
43 universities listedFederation University Australia
#801Public10 10 programs· Public Australian university focused on accessibility and regional excellence.
RMIT University
#181Public12 12 programs· Public Australian university, global leader in technology, design, and innovation.
Avondale University
Private8 8 programs· Private Australian university specializing in sciences, arts, and education.
Bond University
#599Private10 10 programs· Australia’s first private university, recognized for academic excellence.
Carnegie Mellon University Australia
Private9 9 programs· Private Australian university, campus of the renowned US institution.
Australian Catholic University
#651Public10 10 programs· Public Australian university committed to Christian values and excellence.
Central Queensland University
#619Public10 10 programs· Public Australian university specializing in distance education and accessibility.
Charles Darwin University
#568Public10 10 programs· Public Australian university specializing in tropical research and regional development.
Charles Sturt University
#676Public10 10 programs· Public Australian university specializing in professional and regional education.
Curtin University
#198Public11 11 programs· Public Australian university, leader in technology and innovation.
University of Adelaide
#101Public11 11 programs· Public Australian university, historic, prestigious, and Group of Eight member.
University of Western Australia
#107Public13 13 programs· Public Australian university, one of the oldest and most prestigious in the country.
University of South Australia
#292Public13 13 programs· Modern and innovative public Australian university.
University of Canberra
#462Public11 11 programs· Public Australian university focused on professional excellence and innovation.
University of Divinity
Private3 3 programs· Private Australian university specializing in theology and religious studies.
University of New England
#634Public10 10 programs· Public Australian university known for its personal approach and excellence.
University of the Sunshine Coast
#659Public10 10 programs· Young, dynamic public Australian university by the ocean.
La Trobe University
#265Public12 12 programs· Public Australian university, pioneer in higher education.
University of Melbourne
#27Public15 15 programs· Public Australian university, academic leader and Group of Eight member.
University of Newcastle
#216Public10 10 programs· Public Australian university known for its practical approach and local commitment.
University of Notre Dame Australia
#1125Private9 9 programs· Private Australian Catholic university committed to spiritual values.
University of New South Wales
#58Public12 12 programs· Public Australian university, Group of Eight member, renowned for engineering.
University of Sydney
#50Public16 16 programs· Public Australian university of excellence, member of the Group of Eight.
University of Tasmania
#296Public10 10 programs· Public Australian university at the heart of nature and innovation.