Undergraduate
Monash International Merit Scholarship
AUD 10,000-15,000 per year (reported)
MU
Monash University
Melbourne, Australia
"A Group of Eight university with its main campus at Clayton, Melbourne"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#31 (QS)
PSW VISA
2-3 years (subclass 485)
About Monash University
Monash University is a public research university in Melbourne, founded in 1958 and named after General Sir John Monash. It is a member of the Group of Eight. Its main campus is Clayton, with other campuses including Caulfield and Frankston. It has about 87,000 students, around 31% of them international (third-party figures). It reached its strongest QS result yet in 2027, climbing five places to 31st.
Rankings & Recognition
#31
Ranked #31 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, up five places.
Accreditations & Memberships
Group of Eight
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Monash University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
95.70#45
Employer Reputation
87.50#81
Faculty Student Ratio
11.30#801
Citations per Faculty
93.00#88
International Faculty Ratio
100.00#100
International Student Ratio
100.00#61
International Student Diversity
100.00#24
International Research Network
94.70#15
Employment Outcomes
86.70#87
Sustainability
91.70#128
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Key Facts
1958
Founded
#31
QS 2027 Rank
Clayton, Melbourne
Main Campus
Group of Eight university
Type
Popular Programs
Business and Commerce
Information Technology
Engineering
Science
International Relations
Data Science
Application Details
Application Route
Direct online or via agent
Intakes
March and July
Mar 2027 Start
1 Mar 2027
IELTS (UG and PG)
6.5
TOEFL iBT (approx.)
79
IELTS (some courses)
7.0
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic (undergraduate and postgraduate, no band below 6.0)
|
6.5 |
|
TOEFL iBT (approx.)
|
79 |
|
IELTS Academic (some science and advanced courses)
|
7.0 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (subclass 500)
Post-Study Work
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled migration (points test)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
AUD 10,000-15,000 / year
Career Outcomes
88%
Placement Ratio
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Post-Study Work
24
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff —
Student-Staff Ratio —
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Monash main campus is Clayton in Melbourne, with campuses at Caulfield and Frankston, plus a campus in Malaysia.
Campus Details
Clayton
Caulfield
Frankston
+ Malaysia
Campus Forecast
Temperate and changeable. Mild summers
cool winters. Jan highs about 26C
Jul highs about 14C (approx.).
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus residences and private rentals
Dining
Campus cafes and nearby restaurants
Health & Wellness
OSHC is compulsory for student visa holders
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students (approx.)
about 87,000
International Share (approx.)
about 31%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Bachelor's (approx.)
AUD 35,000-55,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Monash admits international students in March (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2). Check the Monash international site for exact 2027 dates.
Scholarships at Monash University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Year 12 or equivalent; English test score.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree; English test score.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (undergraduate and postgraduate, no band below 6.0)
TOEFL iBT (approx.)
IELTS Academic (some science and advanced courses)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts and certificates
English test score (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE)
CV (postgraduate)
Statement of purpose
Genuine Student statement
Evidence of funds
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Passport photo
Application Process
1
Choose course
Check the course list, entry rules and fees on the Monash international study pages.
2
Apply
Apply online to Monash directly or through an approved education agent.
3
Offer letter
Receive your offer. It may be conditional on English test scores or documents.
4
Accept & pay
Accept the offer and pay the first tuition deposit.
5
Get CoE
Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
6
Student visa
Apply for a student visa (subclass 500) with your CoE, OSHC, funds and Genuine Student statement.
7
Arrive & enrol
Travel to Australia, attend orientation and enrol in your units.
Campus & Location
Monash main campus is Clayton in Melbourne, with campuses at Caulfield and Frankston, plus a campus in Malaysia.
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