All Levels
20% fee reduction (approx.)
University of New England
Armidale, Australia
"A regional university in Armidale and a leader in online study"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#1201 (QS)
PSW VISA
2-3 years (subclass 485)
About University of New England
The University of New England (UNE) was founded in 1938 in Armidale, in the New England region of NSW, and is Australia's oldest regional university. Most UNE students study online; in 2023 82.8% studied by distance. UNE is known for agriculture, rural science, education, law and business. It also has an urban hub, UNE Sydney, in Parramatta.
Rankings & Recognition
#1201
Ranked in the 1201-1400 band of the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Regional Universities Network (RUN)
Open Universities Australia (OUA)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of New England's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
12.5#
Employer Reputation
9.6#
Faculty / Student
8.2#
Citations / Faculty
16.0#
Intl. Faculty
6.3#
Intl. Students
6.1#
Intl. Research Network
67.3#
Employment Outcomes
15.7#
Sustainability
50.9#
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Key Facts
1938
Founded
21,962
Total Students (2023)
82.8%
Online / Distance
1,375
Staff (2023)
1201-1400
QS 2027
Popular Programs
Agricultural Science
Rural Science
Education
Business
Law
Arts
Application Details
Application Route
Online via UNE international
Application Fee
AUD 40 (approx.)
Intakes
Trimester 1, 2 and 3
IELTS
6.0 (no band < 5.5)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic
|
6.0 (no band below 5.5) |
|
TOEFL iBT
|
79 (writing 22) |
|
PTE Academic
|
57 (no skill below 50) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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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
AUD 40 (approx.)
Avg Scholarship
20% fee reduction (approx.)
Career Outcomes
16%
Placement Ratio
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff (2023) — 661
Admin Staff (2023) — 714
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Notable Alumni
Chris Minns (Premier of NSW)
Michele Bullock (RBA Governor)
Bernie Fraser (former RBA Governor)
Lt Gen Simon Stuart (Chief of Army)
Campus & Location
UNE's main campus is a 74-hectare site in Armidale, NSW. It also has an urban hub, UNE Sydney, in the Parramatta CBD.
Campus Details
Armidale
campus + UNE Sydney hub
1375
staff
Campus Forecast
Armidale
UNE Sydney (Parramatta)
New England Tablelands
Cool climate with cold winters
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus residential colleges in Armidale
Dining
College dining halls and campus cafes
Health & Wellness
OSHC health cover required; on-campus health and counselling
Activities & Clubs
Residential college life
UNE clubs
rural outdoor activities
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students (2023)
21,962
Online Students
82.8%
On-campus Students
17.2%
Cost Deep-Dive
Bachelor Tuition (approx.)
AUD 23,342-31,600 / year
Master Tuition (approx.)
AUD 26,216-33,856 / year
Living Cost (Govt minimum)
AUD 29,710 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
UNE runs three trimesters a year. For international entry, third-party guides list approx. deadlines of 30 November for Trimester 1 and 31 May for Trimester 2.
Scholarships at University of New England
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Destination Australia Scholarship
AUD 15,000 / year (regional campus)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Year 12 equivalent; IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5).
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree; IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5).
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.0 (no band below 5.5)TOEFL iBT
79 (writing 22)PTE Academic
57 (no skill below 50)Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Year 12 or degree certificate
English test result (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL)
Statement of purpose (Genuine Student)
CV (postgraduate)
Financial capacity evidence
OSHC health cover
Application Process
1
Choose course
Pick a course on une.edu.au and check its entry and English requirements.
2
Apply online
Apply directly or through an authorised agent and upload your documents.
3
Get your offer
Receive a conditional or full offer letter.
4
Accept & pay
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and buy OSHC to receive your CoE.
5
Student visa
Apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with your CoE and Genuine Student statement.
6
Arrive & enrol
Arrive in Australia, attend orientation and finish enrolment.
Campus & Location
UNE's main campus is a 74-hectare site in Armidale, NSW. It also has an urban hub, UNE Sydney, in the Parramatta CBD.
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