Deakin ATAR Calculator
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.
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:
- Input Your Raw ATAR: Enter your predicted or official Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (e.g. 72.50).
- 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).
- 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).
- 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:
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.
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 |