Australia Top Universities & Colleges

Southern Cross University

country rank  32
world rank  950

Publish your
uniRank University Ranking

Overview

Founded in 1994, the Southern Cross University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the small city of Lismore (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), New South Wales. This institution also has a branch campus in Coffs Harbour and Tweed Heads. Officially recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Australia, Southern Cross University (SCU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Australian higher education institution. Southern Cross University (SCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 30-year-old Australian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Australian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Southern Cross University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Southern Cross University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Southern Cross University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Southern Cross University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym SCU
Founded 1994
Motto A New Way to Think
Video Presentation

University Location

Address Military Road
Lismore
2480 New South Wales
Australia
Southern Cross University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Southern Cross University Phone Number +61 (0)2 6620 3000
Southern Cross University Fax Number +61 (0)2 6620 3700
Other locations Coffs Harbour and Tweed Heads

Search Engine

for programs, online courses, tuition fees, admission policy and requirements, acceptance rate, accreditation, facilities, services, affiliations or any other information you want to search and learn about Southern Cross University.
Our search engine is powered by Google.

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Southern Cross University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Southern Cross University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

Click here to explore a list of or, if not available yet, search for them with our powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.

You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Southern Cross University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Southern Cross University.

Southern Cross University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
Not reported Not reported
International
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

Tip: search for Southern Cross University's tuition fees with the uniRank Search Engine

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Southern Cross University's admission information.

Southern Cross University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Southern Cross University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Southern Cross University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Southern Cross University's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Southern Cross University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Southern Cross University has more than 3000 international students.

Southern Cross University's Admission Office Admission Office

Military Road
Lismore 2480
(0)2 6620 3876


Tip: search for Southern Cross University's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Southern Cross University.

Southern Cross University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Southern Cross University has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Southern Cross University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


Southern Cross University's Control Type Control Type

Southern Cross University is a public higher education institution.


Southern Cross University's Entity Type Entity Type

Southern Cross University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Southern Cross University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


Southern Cross University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Trimesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Southern Cross University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Southern Cross University's main facilities:


Southern Cross University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Southern Cross University's Library


Southern Cross University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Southern Cross University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Southern Cross University's main services:


Southern Cross University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Southern Cross University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Southern Cross University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Southern Cross University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Southern Cross University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Southern Cross University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Southern Cross University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Education and Training of Australia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1971


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Southern Cross University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • CPA Australia
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA)
  • Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)
  • Australian Computer Society (ACS)
  • National ELT Accreditation Scheme Limited (NEAS)


Tip: search for Southern Cross University's accreditations with the uniRank Search Engine

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Southern Cross University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Australia

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Southern Cross University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


|




Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Southern Cross University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Southern Cross University's Facebook page Southern Cross University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Southern Cross University's X (formerly Twitter) page Southern Cross University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Southern Cross University's YouTube channel Southern Cross University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Southern Cross University's Instagram page Southern Cross University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Southern Cross University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

n.a.

Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Country Featured Universities

Unlock your University's potential: spotlight your Institution on UniRank for leads, local recognition and branding. Enquiry now to feature your University here.

Related Resources

Feedback, Errors and Update

We appreciate your feedback and error reports. Southern Cross University's official representatives can claim this institution and request to update this entire university profile free of charge by clicking on UPDATE ALL

Feedback / Error UPDATE ALL

Site last updated: Wednesday, 28 August 2024

© uniRank since 2005