Deakin ATAR Calculator

Range: 30.00 – 99.95
Presets:
Prereq: 25+ (EAL 30+)
ESTIMATED DEAKIN SELECTION RANK
76.50 Rank
🎯 Raw ATAR: 72.50
🎁 Adjustments: +4.0 pts
📚 English: Satisfied (25+)
🎓 Eligible for Deakin Bachelor of Commerce, IT, Nursing & Arts
Eligible Deakin Degrees & Standing:
Calculated according to official Deakin University VTAC selection rank adjustment benchmarks.
Official Deakin University Selection Rank & Adjustment Rules
  • Selection Rank vs ATAR: Your selection rank equals your raw ATAR plus eligible VTAC adjustment factors. Deakin makes course offers based on Selection Rank, not raw ATAR alone.
  • Regional Access Scheme: Applicants who completed Year 12 in a regional school or apply for Geelong (Waurn Ponds / Waterfront) or Warrnambool courses receive up to +4.0 adjustment points.
  • Subject Adjustment Points: Achieving a raw VCE study score of 35 or above in relevant discipline subjects adds up to +3.0 points.
  • Compulsory English Prerequisite: An ATAR above the cutoff will not result in an offer if you do not meet the minimum English prerequisite (raw 25 in English/Literature or 30 in EAL).

What is a Deakin Selection Rank and How is It Calculated?

When applying to Deakin University through VTAC, courses do not evaluate students on raw ATAR alone. Instead, admissions are determined by your Selection Rank.

Deakin Selection Rank = Raw ATAR + Regional Access Bonus + Subject Adjustments + SEAS Equity Points.

How to Use the Deakin ATAR Calculator (Step-by-Step)

Follow these simple steps to calculate your adjusted Deakin Selection Rank and verify your course eligibility:

  1. Input Your Raw ATAR: Enter your predicted or official Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (e.g. 72.50).
  2. Enter Your VCE English Study Score: Enter your raw score (0–50). The calculator immediately verifies if you meet Deakin's universal prerequisite threshold (25 in English or 30 in EAL).
  3. Apply Deakin Adjustment Schemes: Check whether you qualify for the Deakin Regional Access Scheme (+4.0), Subject Bonuses for 35+ scores (+3.0), or VTAC SEAS equity points (+4.0).
  4. Evaluate Matched Degrees: Inspect your official selection rank and view which Deakin University degrees you fall within the guaranteed or competitive range for.

Deakin Regional Access Scheme & Campus Adjustment Points

Deakin University provides significant advantages to students choosing its coastal and regional Victorian campuses:

Geelong & Warrnambool Campuses

Students preference courses at Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, or Warrnambool receive automatic adjustment points of up to +4.0 to +5.0 towards their selection rank.

Melbourne Burwood Campus

Courses at Burwood (Melbourne) do not receive the Regional Access Scheme bonus, but students remain eligible for Subject adjustments and VTAC SEAS bonuses.

Popular Deakin University Degrees & Selection Rank Cutoffs

Deakin Degree Typical Selection Rank Essential Prerequisites
Bachelor of Laws 84.00 – 88.00 English 30 (EAL 35)
Bachelor of Biomedical Science 78.00 – 82.00 English 25, Maths/Chem 25
Bachelor of Commerce 70.00 – 75.00 English 25, Maths 22
Bachelor of Computer Science / IT 68.00 – 74.00 English 25, Maths 22
Bachelor of Nursing 65.00 – 72.00 English 25 (EAL 30)
Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science 68.00 – 74.00 English 25
Bachelor of Criminology / Arts 60.00 – 66.00 English 25

Frequently Asked Questions (Deakin Admissions)

How does Deakin University calculate selection ranks?
Your Deakin Selection Rank is calculated by taking your raw ATAR and adding eligible adjustment factors (such as the Deakin Regional Access Scheme, subject bonuses for high VCE scores in relevant subjects, and SEAS equity adjustments). The maximum adjustment points depend on the specific course and scheme.
What study score in English is required for Deakin degrees?
Almost all undergraduate degrees at Deakin University require a minimum raw VCE study score of at least 25 in English (or 30 in EAL). Certain competitive degrees, such as Law, may require higher English scores.
How does the Deakin Regional Access Scheme work?
If you live or attend school in a designated regional area or apply for courses located at Deakin's Geelong (Waurn Ponds or Waterfront) or Warrnambool campuses, you may automatically receive up to 4 to 5 selection rank adjustment points towards your application.
What ATAR is needed for Deakin Nursing, Law, and Commerce?
Recent typical selection rank cutoffs include approximately 65 to 70 for Bachelor of Nursing, around 84 to 88 for Bachelor of Laws, approximately 70 to 75 for Bachelor of Commerce, and around 68 to 72 for Exercise and Sport Science.