University Ranking
The La Trobe University rankings are the following:
- #251–300th in World University Rankings 2023 (THE Times Higher Education)
- #316 in QS top universities in 2023
- #304 in Best Global Universities according to US NEWS
- #=56th in Young University Rankings 2017 (THE Times Higher Education)
- #21 in Best Global Universities in Australia (US NEWS)
La Trobe University Acceptance Rate
According to Edurank 2022, the acceptance rate of La Trobe University is 100%. This is an unusually high acceptance rate compared to the other notable colleges in the region. Getting admission to the university is fairly easy.
Admission Eligibility Criteria
- Graduate aspirants to apply to the university need a minimum High school degree to be eligible.
- For PG candidates require a bachelor's degree from a recognized institution to be eligible.
- Test score requirements may vary according to the chosen program.
- Work experience may be needed for a few specific courses; please see the admissions requirement on the official university website (admissions portal)
Documents Required
- Proof of your English language ability via IELTS or TOEFL
- Aside from what is required for enrollment in your course, any additional information (visit the official website to see specific requirements)
- Program syllabus for subjects’ students have already completed if they are requesting Advanced Standing (credits)
- passport photocopy
- existing visa status
- Educational credentials, such as a diploma or transcripts, are required translated into English
Test Required/ Average score
- IELTS: Bands of 6 or above
- TOEFL: 64 or above
- ATAR: 50+
- CAE Advanced: 169+
- PTE Academics: 60+
- SAT: Minimum score of 1100
- GPA: minimum 3
- International Baccalaureate: 33+
Popular Courses at La Trobe University
- Arts, social sciences and communications
- Criminology
- Health
- Education and Teaching
- Law
- Business and commerce
- Information technology
- Engineering
How the University Evaluates Applicants
The majority of the time, applicants are chosen based on their academic history. The candidates' prior scores/ marks must be in line with the standard set by the university. A good score on the English Proficiency Test is encouraged for international students to ensure smooth entrance into the university along with a general GPA of 60% or above.
Tips for Applying to the University
- Applying online through the admissions portal is recommended for international students for an easy process.
- Note: Unless otherwise stated, fees are calculated using a typical annual credit point load of 120 credit points.
Application Deadline
Along with meeting the prerequisites listed in the standard application, admission to these courses is granted on a case-by-case basis. The college does not have a deadline for applications, but there are specified admission intake periods for each programme, and prospective students are advised to apply 4 to 6 months before the program's start date; the admission period is as follows:
- March, June, and October for UG programmes
- March, July, and November for PG programmes
- March, October, and February for General Studies.
