What ATAR Do You Need for Melbourne Medicine?
The realistic competitive ATAR for University of Melbourne, plus how it weighs into selection alongside the other criteria.
Official Minimum ATAR
99.00
Realistic Competitive ATAR
99.90+ (for CSP)
How ATAR Fits into Melbourne Selection
99.00-99.85 → guaranteed FFP place. 99.90+ → guaranteed CSP place. Used for initial undergraduate admission only.
Full selection criteria for Melbourne:
- ATAR:99.00-99.85 → guaranteed FFP place. 99.90+ → guaranteed CSP place. Used for initial undergraduate admission only.
- WAM:Minimum 75 WAM in undergraduate degree required for FFP pathway students. CSP pathway students just need to complete their degree.
- Interview:Conducted in 2nd or 3rd year of undergrad. 8 stations — must pass 5 of 8. Pass/fail only, not competitively ranked.
ATAR Adjustment & Entry Pathways
- •CSP for 99.90+ ATAR
- •FFP for 99.00-99.85 ATAR
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Melbourne Medicine pathway work?
Melbourne offers a guaranteed pathway: achieve 99.00-99.85 ATAR for a full-fee place (FFP), or 99.90+ for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). FFP students must maintain a WAM of 75 and pass an interview in years 2-3 of their undergrad. CSP students are guaranteed a place upon completing their undergraduate degree.
Does Melbourne require the UCAT?
No. The University of Melbourne does not use the UCAT for its undergraduate pathway to medicine. Entry is based on ATAR, undergraduate WAM, and a pass/fail interview.
What is the difference between CSP and FFP at Melbourne?
CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place) is available to those with 99.90+ ATAR — fees are approximately $60,000. FFP (Full-Fee Place) is for 99.00-99.85 ATAR — fees can be up to $400,000. Both pathways lead to the same Doctor of Medicine degree.
How much does Melbourne Medicine cost?
CSP pathway (99.90+ ATAR): approximately $60,000 total. FFP pathway (99.00-99.85 ATAR): up to $400,000 total. The difference depends on whether you receive a Chancellor's Scholarship or other financial support.
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