Overview
Established in 1853, the University is a large, public, research-intensive, comprehensive university ranked 1st in Australia and 34th in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023). The student body of 60,000 undergraduate and graduate students is 43% international, including several hundred Americans.
Program Details
The University of Melbourne convenes brilliant minds to address the important questions of our times. The university equips students with a future-facing education, enriched by global perspectives and embedded in research, while serving the community, ensuring that education and research is inspired by need and for the benefit of society.
University of Melbourne
Consistently ranked among the top universities in Australia and the world, the University of Melbourne offers a prestigious academic experience in one of the globe’s most livable cities. Just blocks from the heart of Melbourne, the campus combines historic sandstone buildings with cutting-edge facilities, sustainable design, and green outdoor spaces—creating a dynamic and inspiring place to study. CRICOS Provider Code: 00116K
Access top-ranked courses in over 20 subject areas, including AACSB-accredited business programs and leading offerings in arts, sciences, and engineering.
Choose from more than 3,000 courses, including uniquely Melbourne subjects like Surfing Australia, Street Art, and The Business of Music.
Take part in undergraduate research opportunities across science, biomedical, environmental, and engineering fields by working directly with university faculty.
Explore visual and performing arts through the university's Victorian College of the Arts and Music, located in Melbourne’s cultural district.
Join a welcoming student community through hundreds of clubs and organizations, including the Melbourne University Student Exchange Society (MUSEX), which hosts weekly events for study abroad students.
Compete in varsity sports through the Elite Athlete Program, offering specialized training, mentoring, and resources to support student-athletes.
Popular Degree Programs
Undergraduate and Graduate degree options available in the following subject areas.
| Discipline | Subject Area |
| Agriculture & Food Science |
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| Architecture & Design |
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| Business and Economics |
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| Education |
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| Engineering and IT |
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| Health |
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| Humanities and Social Sciences |
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| Fine Arts and Music |
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| Law |
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| Psychology |
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| Science |
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| Veterinary |
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Tuition
Average annual tuition for most undergraduate and graduate degrees is estimated at US$30,000 at the current exchange rate.
- Undergraduate tuition varies based upon which classes students enroll in.
- Annual tuition varies for graduate professional health degrees:
- Physiotherapy: AU$56,064
- Veterinary: AU$77,344
- Medicine: AU$96,160
All undergraduate and postgraduate degrees can use US federal student loans, with the exception of Medicine and Nursing.
Health Insurance Fees
All international students (and their dependents) require Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of their student and student dependent visas.
- OSHC is about $800 – $1800 per student for single coverage health insurance.
Inclusions
What's Included:
- Academic guidance and counselling
- Application submission assistance, ongoing email enquiry support from start to finish throughout your application process
- Review of suitable degree programs
- Certification of transcripts
- Course advice
- Enrolment advice
- Support through the acceptance and commencement period
- Review of transcripts and documents
- Liaise between you and University of Melbourne
- Advice on local area for housing etc.
What's Not Included:
- Tuition fees
- International airfare ($1,800)
- Domestic airfare in US ($500)
- Student visa ($620)
- Books ($365)
- Meals during the semester ($2,500)
- Airport transfer at the end of the semester ($50)
- Travel insurance ($350)
- Travel and personal expenses ($1,500 – 2,500+)
*Costs are estimated based on previous student experience and budget. Actual amounts will vary depending on student.
Meet Helen
Program Manager, Full Degree
Located in Australia, Helen has been helping students earn their degree abroad for more than 15 years. Prior to joining our team, she worked in study abroad and international education at Griffith University and Bond University. Needless to say, she knows the ins and outs of all of our full degree programs, including the keys to getting accepted. She's here to help you from application to acceptance.
Learn more about earning your degree abroad
Whether you’re pursuing your bachelor’s or master’s degree in Australia or New Zealand, we’re here to guide you through the process—from choosing the right university to understanding admissions, funding, and next steps.
You can always apply directly to our full-degree programs, but we’ve got over 15 years of experience for you to take advantage of.
Let's work together to find the right degree program for you.