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At Australian Catholic University (ACU), our reputation is built on excellence in research, teaching and graduate outcomes. Our national and global recognition reflects the quality of our work as we continue to create a positive impact for students, communities and the world.
Rankings are one measure of university quality. They provide an independent assessment of academic performance, research impact, student experience and graduate outcomes.
Research quality in Australia1
Scientific impact across all disciplines in Australia14
Research quality worldwide1
Catholic universities worldwide13
Scientific impact across all disciplines in Australia14
1st in Australia
18th globally6
1st globally7
2nd in Australia
Top 75 globally3
1st in Australia
9th globally7
6th in Australia3
Top 30 globally16
Top 30 in Australia
31st globally3
Top 50 globally12
Equal 6th in Australia
Top 100 globally6
Top 300 globally7
ACU is recognised for providing a supportive education experience that equips our graduates to thrive in their professions.
Employers' overall satisfaction 5
Undergraduate
97% employed10
1st for employment in Australia10
Undergraduate
98% employed9
Undergraduate
95% employed9
Undergraduate
100% employed9
1st for employment in Australia9
Undergraduate
93% employed9
Undergraduate
94% employed9
Postgraduate
100% employed11
Postgraduate
100% employed11
1st for employment in Australia11
Postgraduate
98% employed11
1st for employment in Australia11
Postgraduate
97% employed11
1st for early childhood education employment in Australia11
Employment outcomes are based on the Australian Government Graduate Outcomes Survey. Rankings refer to graduate employment outcomes in Australia. See sources below for methodology.
Quality of the entire educational experience for international students in Australia8
Quality of the entire educational experience in Australia8
At ACU, success is measured not only by academic excellence, but by the positive difference we make. Guided by our mission, we are committed to improving lives and communities as we work toward a more just and sustainable future.
Energy efficiency
Renewably powered campuses
Good health and wellbeing2
Responsible consumption and production2
Justice and strong institutions2
8 campuses
7 across Australia and 1 in Rome, Italy
35,000+ students
International and domestic (2025 enrolments)
150,000+ alumni
Making a difference worldwide
200+ international partners
Connecting us globally
Sources and methodologies
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