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What is an ATAR?

By Laeth / 24 April 2021

The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a number between 0 and 99.95. It compares your overall academic achievement and ranks it against your peers in that year. Watch the explainer video below to learn more.

Visit the University of Tasmania website to find out more on ATAR’s

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