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Adelaide University is in Adelaide, Australia. Tuition for international students: A$52,500–A$55,400 (≈ US$36,000–38,000) per year (reference). Standard entry requirements: IB Diploma 28; IB Diploma 26; IB Diploma 25. Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79. Applying: intake: Semester 1, Semester 2; application fee A$150. Scholarships: 6 from the university; government scholarships: Australia Awards Scholarships.

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Quick summary

Cost per yeartuition A$52,500 per year (≈ US$36,000) (varies by programme)
Money from the collegeMerit scholarships: international students can receive them.
No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet.
Government scholarships for this country: Australia Awards Scholarships.
Chances of admissionIB Diploma: 28. Secondary education qualification equivalent to SACE. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ Reference: ATAR 80 (lowest offer last intake, Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting and Business Analytics). English minimum: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 79, PTE 64.
Application deadlinesnot yet determined
Where and how students liveAdelaide · 7 km from ADL airport
Housingnot yet determined
Working while studyingStudent visa holders may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while the course is in session, and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks.
After graduationTemporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), Post-Higher Education Work stream: 2 years for a Bachelor degree (including honours)

Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.

Financial aid & requirements for international students

Merit scholarshipsYes — international students can receive merit scholarships
Sources (2)
“Adelaide University offers a range of scholarships of up to 50% for international students.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“A prestigious scholarship rewarding international students commencing undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees. Recipients are offered a 50% tuition fee reduction.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
English proficiencyEnglish test required unless an exemption applies
  • TOEFL iBT (old 0–120 scale): 79 (reference)
  • IELTS overall: 6.5 (no section below 6)
  • PTE Academic: 64 (reference)
Sources (7)
“International students from non-English speaking backgrounds must meet Adelaide University's minimum English language requirements to be admitted to a degree.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Other accepted methods to meet English proficiency: Australian year 12 with a passing grade in a recognised English as a Second Language or English Language subject”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“The table below lists the English language testing systems accepted by Adelaide University, and grades equivalent to IELTS.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“IELTS (Academic)* 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 8.0 8.5 9.0 TOEFL iBT 60 79 94 107 112 116 120”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“For undergraduate programs at AQF Level 7 or above, applicants must achieve a minimum IELTS Academic overall score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in each sub-band of reading, writing, speaking and listening, or an equivalent result in an Adelaide University-approved English language test.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“English language requirements IELTS Overall 6.5 IELTS Reading 6 IELTS Listening 6 IELTS Speaking 6 IELTS Writing 6 Equivalent English qualifications”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“IELTS (Academic)* 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 8.0 8.5 9.0 TOEFL iBT 60 79 94 107 112 116 120 PTE 60 64 72 74 82 88 90”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Conditional admission / English pathwayYes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offered
Sources (2)
“Adelaide University's English Language Centre (ELC) provides packaged ELICOS programs for students who do not meet English language requirements.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“English language bridging or preparatory program: Completion, within one year prior to commencement, of an approved English language bridging or preparatory program.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Degree programmes taught in EnglishNot yet determined — check the college site ↗

Scholarships for first-year students

Adelaide Academic Excellence Scholarship

MeritEligibility not statedSeparate application
50% of tuition
  • Amount: 50% of tuition
  • How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (2)
“A prestigious scholarship rewarding international students commencing undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees. Recipients are offered a 50% tuition fee reduction. There are limited places for those with a high distinction average. To apply, international students need to complete an application form.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Adelaide University offers a range of scholarships of up to 50% for international students.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Adelaide Emerging Leaders Award

MeritEligibility not statedAutomatic consideration
25% of tuition
  • Amount: 25% of tuition
  • How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (1)
“An award supporting international students commencing undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees. Recipients are offered a 25% tuition fee reduction and the award is automatically assessed and granted to those with a distinction average.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Adelaide Global Alumni Scholarship

OtherEligibility not statedAutomatic consideration
10% of tuition
  • Amount: 10% of tuition
  • How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (1)
“A scholarship supporting international students who have previously studied at Adelaide University, the University of South Australia or the University of Adelaide and are commencing an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree. Recipients are offered a 10% tuition fee reduction and the scholarship is automatically assessed and awarded to eligible students.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Adelaide Merit Scholarship

MeritEligibility not statedAutomatic consideration
15% of tuition
  • Amount: 15% of tuition
  • How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (1)
“A scholarship supporting international students commencing undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees. Recipients are offered a 15% tuition fee reduction and the scholarship is automatically assessed and awarded to those with a credit average.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Adelaide Partner Award

OtherEligibility not statedAutomatic consideration
10% of tuition
  • Amount: 10% of tuition
  • How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (1)
“An award supporting international students commencing undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees. Recipients are offered a 10% tuition fee reduction and the award is automatically assessed and granted to students from an approved Adelaide University partner institution.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Adelaide Sibling Award

OtherEligibility not statedAutomatic consideration
10% of tuition
  • Amount: 10% of tuition
  • How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (1)
“An award supporting international students commencing undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees. Recipients are offered a 10% tuition fee reduction and the award is automatically assessed and granted to students who have a sibling that is either currently studying, or is an alumnus of, Adelaide University.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes

Bachelor's programme
Bachelor of Business majoring in International Business · 3 years · Adelaide City Campus
Source (3)
“Bachelor of Business majoring in International Business”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Duration is approximate and based on a full-time study load. Part-time study is not available for international students. 3 year(s) full-time”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Campus Adelaide City Campus”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting and Business Analytics · 3 years · Adelaide City Campus
Source (3)
“Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting and Business Analytics”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Duration is approximate and based on a full-time study load. Part-time study is not available for international students. 3 year(s) full-time”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Campus Adelaide City Campus”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Bachelor of Computer Science majoring in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning · 3 years · Adelaide City Campus
Source (3)
“Bachelor of Computer Science majoring in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Duration is approximate and based on a full-time study load. Part-time study is not available for international students. 3 year(s) full-time”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Campus Adelaide City Campus”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Applying

Academic entry requirement for your school qualification
  • IB Diploma: 25 (Bachelor of Business majoring in International Business) ↗
  • IB Diploma: 28 (Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting and Business Analytics) ↗
  • IB Diploma: 26 (Bachelor of Computer Science majoring in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) ↗
  • Secondary education qualification equivalent to SACE ↗
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum)
Bachelor of Business majoring in International Business: ATAR 70 — lowest offer last intake
Source (2)
“To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Australia ATAR 70”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting and Business Analytics: ATAR 80 — lowest offer last intake
Source (2)
“To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Australia ATAR 80”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Bachelor of Computer Science majoring in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: ATAR 75 — lowest offer last intake
Source (2)
“To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Australia ATAR 75”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Intakes (start months) for first-year entry
Semester 1, Semester 2
Source (3)
“The month you will commence your studies. Exact start date is outlined in the course timetable. February, July”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“AC Adelaide City Feb Semester 1 (February)”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“RW Roseworthy Jul Semester 2 (July)”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application fee
A$150 one-time (≈ US$103)
Source (1)
“A non-refundable application fee of AUD $150* applies to every application.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application requirement
English proficiency test: Required
Source (1)
“You need to include official documents with your application, such as: Academic certificates and transcripts Graduate certificates (if applicable) for all secondary school and tertiary studies Proof of English language proficiency Proof of identity (e.g., passport)”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Passport copy: Required
Source (1)
“You need to include official documents with your application, such as: Academic certificates and transcripts Graduate certificates (if applicable) for all secondary school and tertiary studies Proof of English language proficiency Proof of identity (e.g., passport)”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Personal statement / main essay: Optional (reference)
Source (1)
“Some programs may also ask for extra documents like a personal statement, portfolio, or supplementary form.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Portfolio / audition: Optional (reference)
Source (1)
“Some programs may also ask for extra documents like a personal statement, portfolio, or supplementary form.”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
School transcript / academic records: Required
Source (1)
“You need to include official documents with your application, such as: Academic certificates and transcripts Graduate certificates (if applicable) for all secondary school and tertiary studies Proof of English language proficiency Proof of identity (e.g., passport)”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Government scholarships for studying in Australia

Funded by the government, not by the university; check whether this university takes part and the application route.

Australia Awards Scholarships (reference)

Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)
Amount not published
  • Who can receive it: Students from Angola, Bangladesh, Brunei, Bhutan, Botswana, DR Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Algeria, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Micronesia, Ghana, Gambia, Guinea, Indonesia, Kenya, Cambodia, Kiribati, Laos, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Myanmar, Mongolia, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Malaysia, Mozambique, Namibia, New Caledonia, Nigeria, Nepal, Nauru, Niue, French Polynesia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Pakistan, Palau, Rwanda, Solomon Islands, Singapore, Sierra Leone, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna, Samoa, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
  • How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (19)
“Australia Awards Scholarships provide opportunities to citizens of participating countries, for full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study at Australian institutions.”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Australia Awards Scholarships are long-term awards administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Australia Awards Scholarships are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by the Australian higher education institution, including any preparatory training. The following benefits generally apply:”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“full tuition fees”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“return air travel–payment of a single return, economy class airfare to and from Australia, via the most direct route”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“establishment allowance–a once only payment as a contribution towards accommodation expenses, text books, study materials”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE) – a fortnightly contribution to basic living expenses paid at a rate determined by the department.”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award (for award holder only)”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“All applications for Australia Awards are considered on merit providing equal opportunity to all applicants.”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Australia Awards Scholarships may be available for the following types of courses: i. Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses; ii. Bachelor’s degree (undergraduate) courses; iii. Master’s degree courses; and iv. Doctorate degree (PhD) programs”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“be a citizen of a participating country (as listed on the Australia Awards website) and must be residing in and applying for the scholarship from a developing country that is eligible for Australia Awards Scholarships;”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“From 1 January 2026, the CLE rate is A$99.26 per day (or approximately A$36,230 per annum).”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Scholars are provided with a once-only establishment allowance of A$5,000 on arrival in Australia.”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“While all applicants are encouraged to apply online, not all Program Areas are able to receive applications via the online application facility in OASIS.”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“This page lists countries that are eligible for Australia Awards Scholarships, and country-specific eligibility criteria.”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Africa (Algeria, Angola, Botswana, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe)”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Bangladesh Bhutan Brunei Cambodia Indonesia Laos Malaysia Maldives Mongolia Myanmar Nepal Pakistan Philippines Singapore Sri Lanka Thailand Vietnam”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Federated States of Micronesia French Polynesia Fiji Kiribati Naoero New Caledonia Niue Palau Papua New Guinea Republic of the Marshall Islands Samoa Solomon Islands Timor-Leste Tonga Tuvalu Vanuatu Wallis and Futuna”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“For example, some Program Areas do not provide scholarships for undergraduate or PhD studies.”
www.dfat.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

Deadlines (2027 entry)

Application deadlinesNot yet determined — check the college site ↗

Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.

Costs for international students

TuitionBachelor of Business majoring in International Business: A$52,500 per year (≈ US$36,000) (reference)
Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting and Business Analytics: A$54,300 per year (≈ US$37,200) (reference)
Bachelor of Computer Science majoring in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: A$55,400 per year (≈ US$38,000) (reference)
Housing and mealsNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Living costs (college estimate)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Student health insuranceNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Health insurance rule for the student visaInternational students must hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire duration of their study in Australia.
Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel)A$29,710 per year (≈ US$20,400) (reference)
Sources (10)
“Indicative annual fees More info Indicative annual fees Close tooltip Fees are subject to change annually. Fees are based on the total number of units studied in this program on a full-time annual basis. $52,500”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“^ Indicative annual fees: Published fees are for international students starting in 2027. Fees will be available on the degree pages at adelaide.edu.au/study prior to the intake”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Indicative annual fees More info Indicative annual fees Close tooltip Fees are subject to change annually. Fees are based on the total number of units studied in this program on a full-time annual basis. $54,300”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Indicative annual fees More info Indicative annual fees Close tooltip Fees are subject to change annually. Fees are based on the total number of units studied in this program on a full-time annual basis. $55,400”
adelaide.edu.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“The Department of Home Affairs requires overseas students to maintain OSHC for their duration in Australia.”
www.studyaustralia.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“International students undertaking formal studies in Australia and their dependents (including spouses and children under 18) must have OSHC.”
www.studyaustralia.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Subclass 500 Student visa”
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“12-month living costs are for:”
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“students - AUD29,710”
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“To work out the total amount of money you need to show, add the living costs for 12 months to the total course fees for 12 months, plus travel costs.”
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-11; the college charges in its own currency.

Work and after graduation

Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government)
Student visa holders may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while the course is in session, and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks. government rule
Source (2)
“You can work up to 48 hours per fortnight: while your course is in session”
www.studyaustralia.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“You can work unlimited hours: during scheduled course breaks”
www.studyaustralia.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
Post-study work visa (name and length)
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), Post-Higher Education Work stream: 2 years for a Bachelor degree (including honours) government rule
Source (3)
“Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) Post-Higher Education Work stream”
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“This is a temporary visa. The length of your stay in Australia will depend on the level of your Australian study qualification.”
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“Bachelor degree (including honours) - 2 years”
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

Location

City / stateAdelaide
Nearest major airportAdelaide International Airport (ADL), about 7 km in a straight line
MapView on OpenStreetMap ↗

Location from Wikidata Q123125135 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).

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