Southern Cross University (SCU)

Lismore, Australia · Public

Regional coastal university with top-rated marine science and environment programs.

Admissions Data — Southern Cross University (SCU)

Acceptance Rate	89% (Accessible)
Total Enrollment	22,000 students
International Students	18%
International Tuition	AUD $18000-$27000
Location	Lismore, Australia
Founded	1994
Type	Public
QS World Rank	#478
THE World Rank	#601
US News Rank	#545
Research Output	Good

Notable Strengths

Marine Sciences
Business
Education
Nursing
Environmental Science

Scholarships: SCU International Scholarship.

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International student tuition at Southern Cross University (SCU) is AUD $18000-$27000 per year.

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Data sourced from official university websites, Common App, and QS/THE/US News rankings. Last updated: 2026. Disclaimer