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The University of Melbourne Rankings 2026

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The University of Melbourne Ranking
The University of Melbourne Course Ranking
University of Melbourne Ranking by US News and World Report 2025
University of Melbourne Ranking by Quacquarelli Symonds 2026
University of Melbourne Ranking by THE (Times Higher Education) 2026
University of Melbourne Ranking by ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2025
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The University of Melbourne Ranking

The University of Melbourne is one of the really good universities in Australia. Known for a lot of courses and its teaching pedagogy, the university has a reputation that is reflected in its rankings from various world-known ranking bodies.

Looking at the University of Melbourne ranking for the year 2025, it stands at #26 globally and #1 nationally, by Shiksha Popularity Ranking.

These rankings stood at #25 and #1, in 2024. QS has also ranked the university at #19, in 2026.

Check out the table below showing 3-year trend of The University of Melbourne ranking globally -

Ranking Body	2023	2024	2025	2026
QS	Not Ranked	14	13	19
THE	34	37	39	37
US News	27	27	30	Not Ranked

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#28

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#19

US News Ranking

#30

THE Ranking

#37

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#38

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The University of Melbourne Course Ranking

Now, let us look at The University of Melbourne course rankings. Some of its courses in the field of Engineering, Business & Management Studies, Law, Medicine & Health Sciences and Science are ranked in 2025 by top ranking bodies such as Shiksha Popularity World Ranking and QS, exemplifying The University of Melbourne and its strengths.

The university ranking for Engineering courses stands at #2 in 2025 as per Shiksha Popularity Ranking. This ranking has remained unchanged from its 2024 rank. These courses are also ranked at #2 by QS.

For students interested in Business & Management Studies courses, top courses of the university in this category are ranked at #2 globally by Shiksha Popularity World Ranking. According to Shiksha Popularity World Ranking, listed below are some of the ranked courses at the university-

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University of Melbourne Ranking by US News and World Report 2025

US News and World Report is an American media company that publishes the ranks of various global universities. It provides global, national, regional, and subject-based rankings. The US News & World Report considers several factors while providing rankings to the universities. Some crucial factors include graduation rates, peer assessment, first-year retention rates, student-faculty ratio, standardized tests, and more.

As per the US News and World Report Global Universities category 2025, th

As per the US News and World Report Global Universities category 2025, the University of Melbourne is ranked #30. The Melbourne ranking is constant at #27 in 2024. As per the ranking, Melbourne is among the one of the top universities in the world. The ranking depicts that MU is the best university in Australia.

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
Global Universities	27	27	30

Melbourne Comparison with Other Universities: US News and World Report 2025

The University of Melbourne is one of the most popular universities in Australia and the world. As per the US News and World Report 2025, the UMelbourne is ranked #30. In a brief comparison among similar universities, Melbourne stands out in the ranking. The rankings of these universities is given below:

University Name	US News National University Ranking 2023	US News National University Ranking 2024	US News National University Ranking 2025
University of Melbourne	27	27	30
University of Sydney	28	29	29
Monash University	37	35	38
University of Queensland	36	41	43

The US News and World Report is one of the leading ranking bodies in the world. Since 2005 the body has been ranking the global universities based on various parameters. The Parameters include: Research Reputation, Publications, Total Citations, International Collaborations, and Scientific Excellence Indicators among others. The body primarily focuses on the US Universities, however, it also publishes the global ranking for popular global universities. For ranking, the body prioritizes peer assessment and graduation rates more than the rest of the factors. The table below provides detailed ranking criteria and weightage used by the US News while ranking the University of Melbourne -

US News Ranking Criteria for Uthe niversity of Melbourne	Weightage
Average 6-year graduation rate	16%
The 6-year graduation rate of students who received a Pell Grant	5.5%
The 6-year graduation rate of students who did not receive a Pell Grant	5.5%
Average first-year student retention rate	5%
Over performance (+)/Underperformance(-)	10%
Median federal loan debt for grad borrowers	5%
College grads earning more than an HS grad	5%
Student-Faculty Ratio	3%
Faculty salaries rank	6%
Percent of faculty who are full-time	2%

Also check: US News Best College Rankings Methodology

University of Melbourne Ranking by Quacquarelli Symonds 2026

Quacquarelli Symonds is one of the most reliable and followed ranking bodies around the world. It publishes rankings for various global universities. Initially, Quacquarelli Symonds partnered with Times Higher Education to publish the ranking in 2004. Since 2009, Quacquarelli Symonds is publishing its individual rankings. Within a decade, Quacquarelli Symonds has become one of the most popular and transparent ranking bodies.

As per the Quacquarelli Symonds World Rankings, the University of Melbo

As per the Quacquarelli Symonds World Rankings, the University of Melbourne has been ranked #19 in 2026. The ranking has declined from #13 in 2025. The subject ranking for 2025 is not released by the Quacquarelli Symonds. As per the 2024 rankings, the University of Melbourne is among the top 50 ranked courses for Accounting, Finance, Biological Sciences, GMBA, Law and Legal Studies, and Engineering. Students can check the table below for University of Melbourne Quacquarelli Symonds Rankings over the years under various categories -

Ranked by	2024	2025	2026
World University	14	13	19
Accounting and Finance	24	27	– / –
Architecture and Built Environment	24	26	– / –
Art and Design	51	51	– / –
Biological Sciences	38	34	– / –
Communication and Media Studies	32	39	– / –
Engineering and Technology	49	50	– / –
Global MBA	30	32	31
Law and Legal Studies	10	13	– / –
Masters in Business Analytics	15	15	18
Mathematics	51	54	– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering	59	59	– / –
Medicine	18	25	– / –
Nursing	27	25	– / –
Performing Arts	51	40	– / –
Pharmacy and Pharmacology	42	51	– / –
Physics and Astronomy	80	81	– / –
Politics	41	56	– / –
Sociology	28	34	– / –

University of Melbourne Comparison with Other Universities: Quacquarelli Symonds Rankings

The below Quacquarelli Symonds rankings of top universities suggest that there is a slight improvement in the rankings of the University of Melbourne, the University of Sydney, Monash University and the University of Queensland. The University of Melbourne is among the Students can check the table below for a comparison of Quacquarelli Symonds world university rankings among top universities:

University Name	Quacquarelli Symonds WUR 2024	Quacquarelli Symonds WUR 2025	Quacquarelli Symonds WUR 2026
University of Melbourne	14	13	19
University of Sydney	19	18	25
Monash University	42	37	36
University of Queensland	43	40	42

QS University is one of the top popular ranking bodies and has a reputation for being transparent. QS uses an extensive methodology that includes Research and Discovery, Employability and Outcomes, Global Engagement, Learning Experience, and Sustainability.

Detailed ranking criteria for the University of Melbourne QS Ranking is given below -

QS Ranking Criteria for the University of Melbourne	Weightage
Academic Reputation	30%
Citations per faculty	20%
Employer Reputation	15%
Employment Outcomes	5%
International Faculty Ratio	5%
International Research Network	5%
International Student Diversity	0%
International Student Ratio	5%
Faculty Student Ratio	10%
Sustainability	5%

Also, Read QS World University Ranking Methodology

University of Melbourne Ranking by THE (Times Higher Education) 2026

Time Higher Education is one of the leading magazines that published university rankings for global universities based on various parameters. Since 2004, THE has been publishing university Rankings. The approval of THE among the student community speaks for its reputation. Students rely on THE for the transparent rankings of various global universities.

As per the latest university rankings in 2026, UMelbourne is ranked #37 by Times Higher Education World Universities Rankings. The university ra

As per the latest university rankings in 2026, UMelbourne is ranked #37 by Times Higher Education World Universities Rankings. The university ranking has improved from #39 in 2025. The subject ranking for 2025 is not released by THE.

As per 2025 rankings, Melbourne is ranked among the best 50 global courses such as Engineering, Clinical and Health, Law, Life Sciences, Psychology, Business and Economics. A detailed subject ranking for Melbourne by THE is given below:

Ranked by	2024	2025	2026
University	37	39	37
Arts and Humanities	38	48	– / –
Clinical and Health	20	20	– / –
Engineering	69	69	– / –
Law	8	11	– / –
Life Sciences	36	35	– / –
PG Business and Economics	41	40	– / –
PG Computer Science	55	50	– / –
Psychology	19	25	– / –

Melbourne Comparison with Other Universities: Times Higher Education Rankings

The University of Melbourne is among the most popular universities in the world. In comparison to other similar universities, Melbourne does fairly well. The table below shows the rank of various global universities. As per the THE Rankings, Melbourne University is the best global university. Students can check the THE rankings of universities below:

University Name	THE UR 2024	THE UR 2025	THE UR 2026
University of Melbourne	37	39	37
University of Sydney	60	61	53
Monash University	54	58	58
University of Queensland	70	77	80

Times Higher Education is one of the leading ranking body to rank global universities on various parameters. THE ranks universities based on Teaching, Research Environment, Research Quality, Industry Standards, and International Outlook. A detailed weightage used by the THE is given below:

Times Higher Education Ranking Criteria for the University of Melbourne	Weightage
Teaching reputation	15%
Student staff ratio	4.5%
Doctorate bachelor ratio	2%
Doctorate staff ratio	5.5%
Institutional income	2.5%
Research Reputation	18%
Research income	5.5%
Research productivity	5.5%
Citation impact	15%
Research strength	5%
Research excellence	5%
Research influence	5%
Industry income	2%
Patents	2%
International students	2.5%
International staff	2.5%
International co-authorship	2.5%

University of Melbourne Ranking by ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2025

Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) also known as Shanghai Ranking is one of the leading ranking bodies in the world. Based in China, ARWU ranks various Chinese universities along with major global universities. The ranking body gives preferences to universities who have Highly cited researchers, Nobel Laureates, paper published in Nature or Science, and Field Medalists.

As per the University of Melbourne ARWU rankings, it is ranked #38 and is among the top ranking universities globall

As per the University of Melbourne ARWU rankings, it is ranked #38 and is among the top ranking universities globally. The ranking of UMelbourne has dropped a few places from #37 in 2024. The detailed Melbourne ARWU ranking is given in the table below:

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
Universities	35	37	38
Law	51	51	51
Mathematics	101	201	201
Nursing	27	51	51
Physics	101	151	201
Political Sciences	151	32	23
Sociology	76	51	41

University of Melbourne Comparison with Other Universities: ARWU 2025

In a brief comparison among the ranks of UMelbourne, USydney, UMonash and UQueensland, Melbourne does stands fairly well. In the ARWU ranking, Melbourne is the top ranked university in Australia. A brief comparison of the universities is given in the table, take a look -

University Name	ARWU University Ranking 2023	ARWU University Ranking 2024	ARWU University Ranking 2025
University of Melbourne	35	37	38
University of Sydney	73	74	72
Monash University	77	82	76
University of Queensland	51	63	65

ARWU is one of the leading ranking bodies to rank global universities. Based in Shanghai, the body focuses on ranking Chinese Universities along with top global universities. The ARWU considers factors such as quality of education, quality of faculty, research output and per capita performance. A detailed weightage used by the ARWU is given below -

University of Melbourne ARWU Ranking Criteria	Weightage
Nobel Prizes and Field Medals won by Alumni	10%
Nobel Prizes and Field Medals won by Staff	20%
Highly Cited Researchers	20%
Papers published in Nature and Science	20%
Papers indexed in Science Citation Index-Expanded and Social Science Citation Index	20%
Per capita academic performance of an Institution	10%

University of Melbourne
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

32% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

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Internships3.8

Part time work3.8

Post study jobs3.7

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.4

Value for money3.5

Public transportation4.5

Safety4.5

Indian Food4.7

Permanent Immigration3.8

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Master of Management (Accounting and Finance) - Batch of 2026

4.3

A challenging but transformative experience.

Tips: Before joining students should know that the academic environment is a bit challenging but rewarding as well. The university offers so many opportunities beyond academics like clubs, committees, leadership roles, industry networking and getting involved really helps you settled in and grow. I got an internship after landing a business and economics scholarship which recognised my academic background and leadership background as well. I'm satisfied with my course and I love Melbourne. The city is really beautiful and you get so many volunteering opportunities every single day.

Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 2500

Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryAUD

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025Read more

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Bachelor of Science in Data Science - Batch of 2025

3.8

Academically challenging but good.

Tips: There is a bit of a cultural shift when you come from India but you will adjust within a few weeks/ months. Getting a scholarship as an international Bachelor student is quite tough and I wasn't able to get any. I am satisfied with my university but I do feel like it is quite expensive for what it offers and I am not sure how much return I am going to get out of it.

Likes (Public transportation): Public transport is quite accessible and is very well connected. It is however not very affordable as you have to pay 10 dollars (600 INR) even if you have to travel two stops ahead. But it is very well connected to the city and suburbs and you don't really need a car if living in the city.

Dislikes (Value for money): It is quite a lot and I believe the ROI is not much. The salaries you get compared to what an international student pays don't justify it. But again, it is one of the best universities in the world so you pay for the quality and the experience it offers.

Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 3025

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryAUD 65150

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025Read more

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Master of Management (Marketing) - Batch of 2026

4.4

My university is academically oriented and has amazing faculty.

Tips: Coming to University of Melbourne has brought a lot of changes in my personality and the way I perceive things. I have become so much compassionate, humble, kind and friendly. The university gives you an opportunity to meet people from all around the world who have different faith systems and that teaches you to become respectful and patient. Being here has also made me realise the importance of teamwork and professionalism. I have learned how to express myself more confidently and speak up to address any issues in a way that is mature and polite. This cultural transition has made me independent and self-aware. I received the Business and Economics Scholarship from my university. This was an auto-granted scholarship that was based on my academic performance. The scholarship covers 50% of my tuition fees. I am highly satisfied with my university, course and Australia. I wouldn't want it any other way. My university is academically oriented and has amazing faculty. They are some of the best people in their field. Australia is a beautiful country. The people are kind, non racists, warm and welcoming. I found it very easy to adapt to the culture here because it is so open, relaxed and diverse. For my course, it is slightly a little theoretical, but it provides valuable insights. I like most of my subjects that genuinely interest me. Subjects like consumer and consumption, branding, project management, managerial decision analytics and branding really fascinate me. I also love how the assignments allow you to apply concepts in real case studies.

Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 1850

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryAUD

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025Read more

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Master of Social Policy - Batch of 2026

Supportive college environment.

Tips: Do not come here expecting to land a part-time working gig as soon as you arrive. Things like that don't happen easily and take a lot of time. You eventually handle yourself after finding some initial difficulty adjusting to the cultural and ethnic changes in the city. Overall, Melbourne is one of the most accommodating places I've ever been to.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Students can have the time of their lives here. There's literally everything here that a student can ask for. With over two hundred clubs and societies, UniMelb forms one of the biggest student communities in the country, students are given the freedom to explore themselves.

Dislikes (Student Life): The faculty has complete knowledge about their subject, and even beyond that, they're the perfect mix of teacher and mentor. They also know how to maintain their boundaries from students and aren't very over-friendly or in your face with regards to your personal life.

Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 2300

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryAUD 85000

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2025Read more

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Master of Social Policy - Batch of 2026

4.7

The university is quite expensive.

Tips: Do not expect to land a part-time role as soon as you arrive. It can take a lot of time. The education culture of Australia is experience-based, so it'll involve a lot of group discussions and class participation. Hence, it is essential to do the required readings before class in order to make the most of your learning experience.

Likes (Indian Food): There is a variety of options for Indian as well as any other country's food, so you won't get that feeling of homesickness. Since I've come here, I've had the best of experiences trying out different cuisines like Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Argentinean, and whatnot.

Dislikes (Value for money): I feel like the course is expensively priced, and it costs more than double what it does to a domestic student. Although I'm sure the courses provide value for money, I still feel they're at a price that might not be comfortable for everyone to bear.

Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 2300

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryAUD 85000

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2025Read more

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Bachelor of Arts in Economics - Batch of 2026

3.7

Finding part-time work can be challenging if you live in the city.

Tips: My transition was rather very personal and socially based. Things get very overwhelming when you leave the shadow of your parents and manage everything alone. Making friends was really difficult for me, and my studies consequently got affected. But over time, you realise that you won't get loyal friendships here. One of the funniest culture shocks was the Unisex Washrooms. Rest, people aren't conservative here, but I suggest you be safe from junkies, since they attack a lot. I couldn't get any scholarship from Unimelb despite getting 92.5% in 12th grade - CBSE. But from other students I know as of July 2023, you can get a grant of 10,000 AUD. Personally, UniMelb is too strict and stressful with studies. There aren't a lot of options if you're seeking courses like fashion studies. I'd suggest Monash for business-oriented subjects. The classes aren't interactive or individual-focused focused especially if you have an Asian tutor.

Likes (Public transportation): If you reside in the city, trams are super convenient, and student accommodation is well-located near the university. Myki cards with a concession cost $5 and are affordable, but many students don't use them often. There are also free tram zones that don't require a Myki card at all! If you need to travel from the suburbs, trains and buses are also super convenient, costing AUD 10 per trip.

Dislikes (Part time work): It is fairly difficult to secure on-campus jobs. Finding part-time work can be challenging if you live in the city. I've been searching for a job myself for the past year, although I did have a part-time job for three months during my first semester. Managing part-time work alongside academics is not difficult at all.

Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 900

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryAUD

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025Read more

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What is the acceptance rate of the University of Melbourne?

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University of Melbourne acceptance rate is 77%. It means out of every 100 students, only 77 students are enrolled at the university. Indian students must meet entry requirements at the university.

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What are the student reviews for the University of Melbourne?

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As per Melbourne University reviews posted by students on Shiksha, the university has been rated 4.4 out of 5 for the quality of its faculty. The students rated the University of Melbourne for placement is as follows:

Particulars	Ratings (Out of 5)
Internships	3.8
Part Time Work	3.8
Post Study Jobs	3.7

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University of Melbourne is one of the most esteemed universities in the Australia. Melbourne University graduates are highly skilled Project Management, Leadership, Research Skills, etc. Melbourne University graduates work for leading companies that are given below-

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Yes, University of Melbourne is among the top universities of Indian students to pursue higher education. According to Shiksha Popularity Rankings, University of Melbourne is ranked at #28 in World and #1 in Australia. Melbourne University offer a large variety of programs at UG and PG levels for it

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International students either take the Graduate Medical School Admissions Test (GAMSAT) or the North American Medical Colleges Admission Test (MCAT) by the deadline for admission to medical in the University of Melbourne. Applicants can apply for admission in medical programme online through the 'Un

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