Year 12 applications for tertiary study in 2027 - ACTAC

AS Year 12 students across the country sit their final exams, more than 160,000 applications have already been lodged for tertiary study in 2027. 

The Australasian Conference of Tertiary Admissions Centres (ACTAC), representing tertiary admissions centres across Australia, has released data showing the number of applications from Year 12 students* in each state/territory. 

Applications for Semester 1, 2027 remain open, but students are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as some courses have special entry requirements or earlier closing dates. 

Year 12 applications* as at 30 September 2026 

* Note that Year 12 applications include undergraduate applications from domestic students completing an Australian Year 12 qualification or the International Baccalaureate. The data is for applications through the TAC only and does not include applications made direct to individual institutions. 

For media queries, contact the tertiary admissions centre in your state. 

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For further information (media only) email media@uac.edu.au or contact:

Diane Jardine, Senior Media and Communications Officer, UAC on 0436 459 603, or 
Kim Paino, Chief Strategy and Engagement Officer, UAC on 0409 155 112.