What is the lowest achievable ATAR?

The lowest reported ATAR is 30.00, but any ATAR below 30 (from 0.00 to 29.95) is simply shown as "30 or less" on your results, with the actual rank not being revealed. While the scale technically goes down to 0, practically, you can receive an offer for university courses with ATARs in the 40s, 50s, or 60s, depending on the institution and specific course, with some exceptions even lower.

What's the lowest ATAR you can get?

The ATAR is a number from 0 and 99.95 in intervals of 0.05. The highest rank is 99.95, the next highest 99.90, and so on. The lowest automatically reported rank is 30.00, with ranks below 30.00 being reported as 'less than 30'. Find out more about how ATARs are calculated.

What is the lowest ATAR ever recorded?

30.00 is the lowest ATAR reported. If you rank lower than that, your results will just say “30.00 or less”.

Is 99.9 ATAR possible?

It assigns high school graduates a rank between 0 and 99.95. The ATAR reflects a student's academic performance compared to their peers rather than an actual score.

Is 2.5 GPA accepted in Australia?

Some might accept a GPA of 2.5, while others, especially for competitive courses like medicine, law, or engineering, may want at least a 3.5 or higher. The expectations also change depending on the course and the level of study (bachelor's, master's, diploma, etc.). So yes, GPA matters.

How I achieved a 99.95 ATAR (without excessive study)

Is a 3.2 GPA bad for med school?

The average GPA for applicants who get in is around 3.7 to 3.75 for science and overall. So, if you're below 3.4, you're entering “low GPA” territory. Below 3.2 is even worse.

Is a 1 ATAR possible?

The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

An ATAR ranges from 99.95 to zero, and reports your rank position relative to all other students.

Is a 90 ATAR impressive?

🤔 What is a good ATAR? However, 85-95 is generally considered good.

Has anyone ever gotten a 0.0 GPA?

Yes, people absolutely get 0.0 GPAs, especially in a single semester, by failing all their courses (which are graded as 'F' or 0 points), often due to not attending or submitting work, though some instances also involve taking only "Pass/No Pass" courses without earning any grade points, which can also result in a 0.0 GPA for that term. It usually signals academic probation, but it's often fixable, as many students turn it around by improving their study habits or even retaking courses. 

Is 1560 enough for Harvard?

Yes, a 1560 SAT score is excellent and highly competitive for Harvard University, often placing you in the top tier of admitted students, though it doesn't guarantee admission as overall application strength (GPA, essays, ECs) is crucial. Harvard's median score is around 1550, with admitted students typically scoring between 1500-1580, making a 1560 well within the strong range. 

What is the #1 hardest school to get into?

There isn't one single #1 hardest school, as it changes slightly by year and criteria, but Harvard University, Stanford University, MIT, and Caltech consistently rank among the top with extremely low acceptance rates (often 3-4%) and intense competition for spots, though other top global universities like Oxford and Tsinghua are also incredibly selective. Harvard is frequently cited as the hardest due to its high volume of applications and focus on global leadership potential, while Caltech is known for its extreme difficulty in STEM. 

Can you get into medicine with a 98 ATAR?

Apply for Bonded Medical Places (BMP): Many universities offer Bonded Medical Places, which have lower UCAT thresholds compared to standard places. This can increase his chances of securing a spot in medicine.

Can I study in Australia with 40% marks in 12?

Different Australian study institutions have different eligibility requirements. However, most universities offering undergraduate courses require international students to have a minimum percentage of 50-60% for admission after class 12. This requirement is highly likely to vary from one university to another.

Can you be successful with a low ATAR?

Did you get a lower ATAR than expected? That's fine! Many pathways still exist to reach your desired course or career so take a breath and don't stress. Receiving your ATAR can be exciting and nerve-wracking so it's a good idea to be prepared, understand your options early and create a backup plan.

Has anyone got a 6.0 GPA?

Yes, a 6.0 GPA is possible but extremely rare, usually requiring specific, heavily weighted grading scales at certain high schools for advanced courses (AP, IB, Honors), allowing students to earn more than 4 points per A grade, with some districts even capping scales around 5.0, but unique systems can theoretically reach 6.0 or higher if all classes are weighted, though college admissions often recalculate to a standard 4.0 scale for comparison. 

Is 96% a 4.0 GPA?

A 100 point scale basically translates to a 100% scale, which allows us to find letter grades. A 96.8% grade translates to mostly As, MAYBE a B or two. If you have all As, then this translates to a perfect 4.0 unweighted GPA. If you have one or two Bs, it translates to a 3.8 or 3.9 depending.

Why is my ATAR so low?

Your scaled marks, not your HSC marks, will be used to calculate your ATAR; high HSC marks do not always translate to high scaled marks. In fact, for most courses, your scaled mark will be lower than your HSC mark.

Has anyone got a perfect ATAR?

Key HSC ATAR Statistics for 2025

60,432 students were eligible for an ATAR. 53 students achieved a perfect 99.95 ATAR (comprising 34 males and 19 females). 1,045 students achieved an ATAR of 99 or above. 17.3% of students received an ATAR of 90.00 or above.

How to get a 99+ ATAR?

1) Put in the hours (consistently, not chaotically) Year 12 is a marathon. Our respondents who achieved 99+ typically studied ~2+ hours on school nights and added longer, deeper blocks on weekends. The point isn't heroic cramming; it's steady work, spaced practice, and proper rest.

Does Harvard accept 3.2 GPA?

Getting into Harvard with a 3.2 GPA is highly improbable but technically not impossible, as they use holistic admissions, but you'd need truly exceptional achievements (like Olympic medals, major scientific breakthroughs, or incredible leadership) to overcome such a low GPA compared to the average admitted student with a GPA well above 4.0. Your application would need overwhelming strengths in extracurriculars, essays, recommendations, and unique life experiences to compensate for the below-average academic record.
 

Is a 3.6 GPA impressive?

Yes, a 3.6 GPA is generally considered very good, placing you well above the national average (around 3.0) and making you a strong candidate for many selective colleges, especially if it's an unweighted GPA reflecting mostly A- grades, though it's below the average for the most elite Ivy League schools, requiring strong essays and extracurriculars for those. 

Can I become a doctor with a 3.8 GPA?

About 66% of applicants with a GPA greater or equal to 3.8 get accepted into medical school. Every year, a typical applicant applies to about 15 medical schools.