43 cheapest universities in Australia in 2026
The most affordable universities in Australia, ranked by minimum bachelor fees. Ideal for optimising your study budget.
Lowest fee
25,000 AUD/yr
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43 universities ranked by increasing fees
No. 1Avondale University
Private Australian university specializing in sciences, arts, and education.
No. 2University of Divinity
Private Australian university specializing in theology and religious studies.
No. 3University of the Sunshine Coast
Young, dynamic public Australian university by the ocean.
No. 4University of Southern Queensland
Public Australian university, focused on regional excellence and accessibility.
No. 5Charles Sturt University
Public Australian university specializing in professional and regional education.
No. 6Federation University Australia
Public Australian university focused on accessibility and regional excellence.
No. 7Central Queensland University
Public Australian university specializing in distance education and accessibility.
No. 8University of Canberra
Public Australian university focused on professional excellence and innovation.
No. 9Victoria University
Public Australian university committed to equity and excellence.
No. 10Southern Cross University
Public Australian university focused on sustainability and regional innovation.
No. 11Australian Catholic University
Public Australian university committed to Christian values and excellence.
No. 12Charles Darwin University
Public Australian university specializing in tropical research and regional development.
No. 13University of Wollongong
Public Australian university known for its practical and innovative approach.
No. 14University of Tasmania
Public Australian university at the heart of nature and innovation.
No. 15University of Notre Dame Australia
Private Australian Catholic university committed to spiritual values.
No. 16Torrens University Australia
Private Australian university, modern and employability-focused.
No. 17Western Sydney University
Modern public Australian university committed to equity.
No. 18Griffith University
Public Australian university, innovative and committed to social justice.
No. 19Flinders University
Public Australian university, innovative and focused on applied research.
No. 20University of New England
Public Australian university known for its personal approach and excellence.
No. 21Murdoch University
Public Australian university recognized for its practical approach and innovation.
No. 22Edith Cowan University
Public Australian university, leader in innovation and employability.
No. 23University of Newcastle
Public Australian university known for its practical approach and local commitment.
No. 24University of South Australia
Modern and innovative public Australian university.