Charles Sturt University

Since Australia is tightening visa rules for Indian students, Charles Sturt University is considered a Level 2 (depicting moderate risk) university for Indian students. 

A level 2 university is like an assesment for the authoroties here showing what level of scrutiny during visa processing will be there. 

Charles Sturt University is a reputable university in Australia and is known for its placement rate above 90%. CSU ranked between #601 and #1000 in the Times Higher Education rankings 2026. Given below are the CSU rankings by the other top bodies of the world - 

• US News Best Global Universities: #770 in the world
• QS World University Rankings 2027: #951

Charles Sturt University degree programs attracts Indian students the most. Charles Sturt University academic programs features 350+ UG and PG programs for its Indian students. Charles Sturt University is committed to offer quality education through its three core faculty members that are listed below-

• Faculty of Arts and Education
• Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences
• Faculty of Science and Health

Charles Sturt University is among the top choice of Indian students to pursue MBA programme in the Australia. Charles Sturt University offers MBA programme for the duration of 18 months to 2 years. Charles Sturt University MBA first year tuition fee for Indian student is INR 22 L – INR 24 L.

Charles Sturt University offers a variety of programs at both UG and PG levels for its Indian students. CSU programs features 350+ UG and PG programs. The top programs opted by Charles Sturt University alumni are listed below-

• Information Technology
• Business Administration and Management
• Business
• Accounting and Related Services
• Accounting

Charles Sturt University is a public university based in Australia. Shiksha Popularity Ranking ranks Charles Sturt University at #508 in World and #33 in Australia. CSU placement rate attracts international students the most.

• Charles Sturt University acceptance rate is around 71%, which makes it competitive to get into.
• For CSU admissions, international students must meet all the admission requirements at the university.

Charles Sturt University is one of the finest universities for higher education in the Australia. Charles Sturt University offers various programs at UG and PG levels for its international students. CSU is home to over 5,900 international students from all over the world. Charles Sturt also achieved five stars for the Learner Engagement measure at the institution level.

Once you submit your application to CSU the university will send an email of acknowledgement confirming the receipt of your application. Your application will be processed within 10 business days. You will either receive an outcome or the university will advise for additional documentation

Most of the students of Charles Sturt were enrolled in the study field of Health as of 2025. Check the breakdown of the top 5 majors-