ATAR to Selection Rank Converter
Enter your ATAR and any bonus points to see your actual university entry rank.
What Is the Difference Between ATAR and Selection Rank?
Your ATAR is calculated once, nationally, and tells you where you ranked among all Year 12 students in Australia. An ATAR of 80.00 means you outperformed 80% of the country.
Your selection rank is what individual universities actually use when processing offers. It starts with your ATAR and adds any adjustment points you qualify for. This means two students with the same ATAR can have different selection ranks at the same university, depending on their personal circumstances and the subjects they studied.
How This Converter Works
The formula is straightforward:
Total Adjustment Points = Equity Points + Subject Bonus Points
+ Regional/Rural Points + Other Scheme Points
Maximum Selection Rank = 99.95 (hard cap)
This tool adds up all the adjustment schemes you select and applies them to your ATAR. It also enforces the common 5-point combined cap that most Australian universities apply.
What Are Adjustment Factors?
Adjustment factors (also called bonus points, adjustment points, or equity schemes) are extra points added to your ATAR by universities to improve access for students who faced disadvantage. They are not charity: they are a recognition that exam performance does not always reflect full potential.
Educational Access Schemes
If you attended a school in a lower socioeconomic area, or faced circumstances that affected your study (illness, family crisis, financial hardship), you may qualify for Educational Access Scheme (EAS) points at universities like UNSW and Sydney. Typically worth 2 to 3 points.
Regional and Rural Adjustments
Students from regional, rural, or remote areas often qualify for 1 to 3 bonus points. Universities including ANU, Macquarie, and most Go8 institutions offer some form of regional adjustment.
Subject-Based Bonus Points
Studying certain subjects at an advanced level signals readiness for university study. Universities award 1 to 5 bonus points for subjects like Mathematics Extension 1 or 2, Chemistry, and Physics, specifically when applying to courses that rely on those subjects.
Table of Truth: ATAR + Adjustments = Selection Rank
| ATAR | Adjustment Points | Selection Rank | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72.00 | 0 | 72.00 | No adjustments |
| 72.00 | 3 (regional) | 75.00 | Regional bonus applied |
| 80.00 | 5 (equity + subject) | 85.00 | Full 5-point cap |
| 88.00 | 2 (EAS) | 90.00 | EAS added |
| 95.50 | 5 | 99.95 | Capped at maximum |
| 99.95 | 5 | 99.95 | Already at ceiling |
| 65.00 | 5 | 70.00 | Adjustments still help |
Do Adjustment Points Apply to All Courses?
No. Each university decides which adjustment schemes apply to which courses. A subject bonus for Physics might only apply to Engineering courses. An EAS bonus might apply broadly across all faculties. You need to check each university’s individual adjustment factor page, not just assume they all apply.
Also, some highly competitive courses, especially Medicine and Dentistry, may not accept adjustment points at all. The course information on each university’s admission page is the definitive source.
How Many Bonus Points Can I Get?
Most Australian universities cap total adjustment points at 5 per applicant. Some schemes, like first-in-family or equity schemes, cap at 2 to 3 points each. Even if you qualify for multiple schemes, the combined total is usually limited to 5.
A few universities (particularly newer ones and regionally focused institutions) apply higher caps or operate entirely different bonus point systems. Always check.
Frequently Asked Questions
SabiCalculator ATAR to Selection Rank Converter is a planning tool only. Point values are representative and may differ by institution. Always verify adjustment schemes directly with your target university.
