ATAR

What is an ATAR? 

The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a score between 0.00 and 99.95 that ranks a student's overall performance relative to their peers. For example, an ATAR of 80.00 means the student is in the top 20 per cent of their age group. Universities use the ATAR to select students for courses, often considering other criteria like personal statements, portfolios, interviews or tests. 

To meet ATAR requirements for university entrance, students must complete the SACE with at least 90 credits from five Stage 2 subjects.