Quick Summary
Based in Melbourne, Australia, Monash University is a public with roots dating back to 1958. Ranked #37 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 86000 students including 35% from outside Australia. Known for strengths in Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Nursing, Education, it maintains an acceptance rate of 40%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Member of the Group of Eight, top 50 global ranking, world leader in Pharmacy and Pharmacology, global presence with campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia.
Subject Strengths
Pharmacy and PharmacologyNursingEducationEngineering - Mineral & MiningAnatomy & PhysiologyLaw
Founded1958
TypePublic
Total Students86000
Intl Students35%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusSuburban / Multi-campus
Campus Size100 hectares (Clayton)
Affiliated HospitalsAlfred Hospital, Monash Medical Centre, Box Hill Hospital, Cabrini Hospital
AccreditationTEQSA, AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#37
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#54
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#77
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Double Degrees, Professional Certificates, Diplomas
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute, Monash Sustainable Development Institute, Monash Energy Institute
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
TEQSA, AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate40%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1200
ACT25
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 31 (Semester 2)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30 (Semester 1)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on strong academic transcripts; Monash heavily weights secondary school results for undergraduates. International students should apply at least 6 months before the semester start.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Australian Dollar
UG Tuition
A$48,000/yr
per year · AUD
Living Cost
A$28,000/yr
per year · AUD
PG Tuition
A$52,000/yr
per year · AUD
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
A$78,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AUD
Scholarships AvailableMonash International Merit Scholarship, Sir John Monash Scholarships, Monash International Leadership Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$6,500
Financial AidHECS-HELP (for domestic), Bursaries, Emergency Grants
Work-StudyYes (Monash Talent, Student Ambassador Program)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Double Degrees, Professional Certificates, Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Bachelor of Commerce | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Master of Data Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$62,000
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with industry partners like Deloitte, PwC, and Telstra
Industry Connections
CSIROWoodside EnergyPfizerBosch
Notable Alumni
Daniel Andrews, Peter Costello, Nick Cave, Tim Costello
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Monash Sport (Clayton) - Aquatic Centre, Gymnasiums, Tennis Courts, Sports Fields
Student Clubs
100+ Student Societies and Clubs
Library Resources
Sir Louis Matheson Library, Hargrave-Andrew Library, Law Library, Caulfield Library
Exchange Programs
Monash Abroad (partnered with 150+ universities in 30 countries)
Summer Programs
Available