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ATAR guarantee 2027

Guarantee your place at UQ in 2027

A letter from UQ Vice-Chancellor Debbie Terry
Uni life
Published 18 Jun, 2026  ·  3-minute read

Congratulations on nearing the finish line of your high school journey. And while it certainly is a finish line, it’s also a whole new beginning.

Completing high school means closing one chapter and stepping into a future that’s mysterious, a bit intimidating, but – most of all – exciting. Exciting because it’s so full of options, opportunities, and potential. Your potential.

I believe there’s no better place to realise that potential than here at The University of Queensland.

So, to offer some certainty in a time that’s full of unknowns, I’m pleased to share that UQ is offering guaranteed ATAR entry thresholds across most programs in 2027. This means you may be able to secure an early position in a UQ program based on your ATAR, without the anxious wait for an acceptance letter.

Secure your place at UQ

To secure your place at UQ for Semester 1, 2027, you just need to:

  1. Select a UQ program as your first QTAC preference.
  2. Meet or exceed the guaranteed ATAR threshold for your chosen program.

Guaranteed ATAR thresholds for 2027

Below is just a snapshot of some of UQ’s guaranteed ATAR thresholds for 2027. You can also view the full list, which includes guaranteed thresholds for dual degrees.

View all guaranteed ATAR thresholds

What if I don’t meet the guaranteed ATAR threshold?

Please keep in mind that these guaranteed thresholds are not the minimum entry ranks, which will be determined in the January main offer round and tend to be lower.

So, if your ATAR is a little below the number listed here for your dream degree, I would still encourage you to include that program as a high preference. You may still meet the final minimum threshold, which will be determined in January.

In the meantime, you can learn about how to boost your ATAR with adjustment factors, or you can read about other paths to your desired degree, just in case the final entry threshold is still higher than your ATAR.

We’re here to support you

I know applying for university can be a daunting and complicated process. So, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our wonderful support staff if you need some guidance or even if you just want to chat about your options at UQ.

Contact us for help

We can’t wait to welcome you to the UQ community

While the world continues to change, some crucial things remain true.

Our teachers are still passionate experts in their field, ready to help you unlock your potential and prepare for any future. Our facilities are still second to none, ready to equip you with the practical skills and experience to thrive in any workplace. And our graduates are still the most employable in Queensland, ready to lead the state, the country and the world into a brighter future.

I wish you all the very best for the remainder of this year, and I look forward to welcoming you to UQ in 2027.

Best wishes,

Debbie

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