Average time to get an offer from The University of Melbourne (UniMelb) is 149 days
Priority 1 (Fastest)
Data updated: 2025-11-28
Sufficient school places|Visa Approval Time: 1-2 weeks for fast visa approval
Data updated: 2025-11-28
Number of Visas Granted for the School in 2025
Priority 1 Fast Processing
Current Status
Signed contracts are below 80% of the total (approx. 8,400 people)
Priority 2 Medium Processing
Signed contracts are from 80% to 115% of the total (approx. 8,400~12,074 people)
Priority 3
Signed contracts are over 115% of the total (> 12,074 people)
Note: The total number of people is the institution's currently allocatable quota (10500). P1≈80%, P2≈80%~115%, P3>115%.Detailed news explanation
Overview
Introduction
The University of Melbourne, abbreviated as UniMelb, was founded in 1853 and is a world-renowned research university, ranking among the top academic institutions in the Southern Hemisphere. It holds accreditation from AACSB and EQUIS and is recognized as one of the top 30 universities worldwide. Situated in Melbourne, Australia's hub for culture, arts, and industry, the university has consistently been rated as the "World's Most Livable City" by the United Nations for multiple years. The University of Melbourne is one of Australia's six sandstone universities and a founding member of Universitas 21, hosting its secretariat. It is also a core member of the Group of Eight, the Association of Pacific Rim Universities, the Asia-Pacific International Trade Education and Research Alliance, and the Association of Commonwealth Universities, cementing its reputation as one of the most prestigious universities globally.
The school's visa assessment level determines the risk level for students applying for a visa and is a significant reference.
For example, if a school's visa assessment level is 2, the applicant will face more restrictions and be required to provide more written evidence, such as proof of language proficiency and financial capacity.
Scholarship
Melbourne Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship (International Students)
Instructions for use 1. Be a citizen of a country other than Australia
2. Have completed Australian Year 12 or International Baccalaureate in Australia
3. Have applied through VTAC for an undergraduate program at the University of Melbourne to begin study in the second year after completing Australian Year 12
or International Baccalaureate
(excluding extended study completed as part of Year 12).
4. Have an ATAR of at least 99.90, or
Plan to study a Bachelor of Music with an ATAR of at least 99.85 and an A+ audition grade
