Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities in Adelaide
We compared 9 universities in Adelaide — typical tuition is ₹15.48 L a year.
Universities9
Typical tuition₹15.48 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹7 L – ₹32.06 Llowest course fee
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 9 — Best Universities in Adelaide
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 9 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Adelaide | Adelaide | — | ₹10.25 L | 35 |
| Adelaide University | Adelaide | — | ₹15.48 L | 34 |
| Carnegie Mellon University - Australia | Adelaide | — | ₹32.06 L | 5 |
| Kaplan Business School | Adelaide | — | ₹7.85 L | 2 |
| Australian Institute of Advanced Technologies | Adelaide | — | ₹16.24 L | 1 |
| Global Higher Education | Adelaide | — | ₹16.92 L | 1 |
| IIBIT Adelaide | Adelaide | — | ₹14.48 L | 1 |
| Kaplan Business School | Adelaide | — | ₹7 L | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Adelaide?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are The University of Adelaide, Adelaide University, Carnegie Mellon University - Australia, Kaplan Business School, Australian Institute of Advanced Technologies. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Adelaide?
Across 9 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹15.48 L a year, ranging from ₹7 L to ₹32.06 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Adelaide?
Kaplan Business School has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹7 L a year.
How many universities are covered?
9 universities match this guide; the top 9 are shown.
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