University Rankings
Discover CQUniversity Australia's global and national rankings
CQUniversity is recognised for student support, graduate outcomes and sustainability impact rather than for a single dominant global league-table position.
Current Rankings And Recognition
| Ranking source | Result |
|---|---|
| QS Stars Ratings 2024 | Five stars overall |
| QS Stars Ratings 2024 | Five stars for teaching |
| QS Stars Ratings 2024 | Five stars for employability |
| QS Stars Ratings 2024 | Five stars for global engagement |
| QS Stars Ratings 2024 | Five stars for facilities |
| Good Universities Guide 2026 | Five-star postgraduate starting salaries |
| Good Universities Guide 2026 | Top 4 in Australia for undergraduate employment rates |
| Good Universities Guide 2026 | Top 8 in Australia for employer satisfaction |
| THE Impact Rankings 2025 | #25 globally |
What This Means For Students
CQUniversity's public recognition leans heavily toward outcomes and access. If you care about employability, support and impact, the university has strong official signals in those areas.
Ranking Takeaway
- CQU is a broad regional university with strong outcome metrics
- Its public ranking story is strongest in support, employability and impact
- The THE Impact Rankings and QS Stars Ratings are the most useful headline indicators here
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