Who can apply for a course with a Deakin Guaranteed ATAR?
The Deakin Guaranteed ATAR is open to students who are completing Year 12, who meet course entry requirements and are from an under-represented cohort. We clearly articulate the eligibility conditions, so you know what you're working towards from the outset. Find out if you’re eligible for the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR.
Is the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR available to international students?
The Deakin Guaranteed ATAR is only available for domestic students who are Australian or New Zealand citizens, or people that hold Australian permanent residency or an eligible temporary protection, safe haven, or humanitarian visa holder, or bridging visa holder applying for humanitarian visa.
How does the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR help me get into a Deakin course?
The Deakin Guaranteed ATAR offers a tangible reduction in ATAR for a course, meaning it's more achievable for eligible students to get in with a lower ATAR. Knowing a guaranteed ATAR upfront can also help reduce your exam stress and provide more certainty on your next step.
The application process is the same as any undergraduate course, applying through your VTAC account. You just need to make sure you remain opted-in for the ‘personal information and location’ category in the Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships section of your application. This ensures you’ll be automatically considered for a the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR. Remember, our friendly Deakin experts are always on-hand to answer any questions you have.
The Deakin Guaranteed ATAR is available across most of our undergraduate courses. Make a confident choice about your future – browse available courses and ensure you meet any course prerequisites.
What's the difference between the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR and Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships?
The Deakin Guaranteed ATAR offers eligible students guaranteed admission to a Deakin course at a lower ATAR that's published upfront. For example, if the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR for your ideal course is 65 and you receive an ATAR of at least 65 (without adjustments) and meet the eligibility requirements, you're guaranteed to receive an offer.
Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships compensates for educational disadvantage by increasing your selection rank for the courses you’re applying for. For example, if you receive an ATAR of 63 and you need an adjusted ATAR of 67 for your ideal course, then your ATAR boost through Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships could be enough to secure you an offer.
Do I need to submit an Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships application to VTAC to be eligible?
No. As long as you remain opted-in for the ‘personal information and location’ category in your application through VTAC, you will automatically be considered for the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR.
How do I know if I meet course eligibility requirements?
To ensure you meet the course eligibility requirements, check the entrance requirements on the relevant Deakin course page.
Does Deakin offer both the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR and Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships?
Yes. Depending on your circumstances, and if you meet course requirements, you might be eligible for one or both schemes. As long as you remain opted-in for the ‘personal information and location’ category in your application through VTAC, you will automatically be considered for the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR. But you have nothing to lose by applying for Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships too as this would also apply to any courses that don’t have a Deakin Guaranteed ATAR as well.
To do this, simply submit a VTAC application for your preferred Deakin courses, as well as an Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships application, and we'll do the rest.
Is the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR based on my raw ATAR, or does it apply to my adjusted ATAR after Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships has been applied?
The Deakin Guaranteed ATAR considers your original, unadjusted ATAR before any adjustment are made. You’ll get this ATAR when your results are first released.
If you faced challenges during your studies, we encourage you to submit an application for Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships. Your potential ranking adjustment could be the difference between receiving an offer or missing out.
You only receive one offer per round for the highest preference you're eligible for, so you should list courses in the order you want to study them. Learn more about change of preference.
If you're not eligible for the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR but faced challenges during your studies, you might be eligible to apply for Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships in another category. We encourage you to apply, as your potential ranking adjustment could be the difference between receiving an offer or missing out.
Is the guaranteed ATAR for each course the same at every Deakin campus?
No, you need to check the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR on the course page for each campus.
How do I know if I'm from a Deakin under-represented school?
If you have completed Year 12 at one of the schools identified as under-represented in higher education then you're eligible. Check the under-represented school list here.
How do I know if I live or study in a regional or remote area?
You can determine your regional or remote area eligibility by entering your postcode in the Equity schemes (SEAS) calculator. If you're a regional or remote applicant, all you need to do is apply for your chosen Deakin courses through VTAC and remain opted-in for the ‘personal information and location’ category. Then we'll do the rest.
What if I don't meet the eligibility criteria for the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR?
If you’re not eligible for the Deakin Guaranteed ATAR, you still might be eligible for an adjustment via Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships. We encourage you to apply, as your potential ranking adjustment could be the difference between receiving an offer or missing out.
I'm not eligible, does Deakin have any other entry schemes?
Deakin has many access and equity schemes and pathways you might be eligible for, including the Indigenous Access Scheme, Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships and the Regional and Remote Entry Scheme.
When do I find out if I have been accepted?
The Deakin Guaranteed ATAR applies to Round 1 offers in December and January. It might also apply to subsequent offer rounds if there are still places available in your preferred Deakin course. Check our key dates page for more information.
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