Future students
Life at Ormond is about more than just living on campus – it’s about stretching your mind, building lifelong friendships, and saying yes to new experiences.
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Ormond is more than just a place to stay. It’s a place to explore all the opportunities of university life. Get around sports, music, tutes, passion projects and conversations that go way too late.
Here you’ll stretch your thinking – exploring new ideas and perspectives. You’ll open your heart – building life-long friendships, and figuring out what matters to you. You’ll connect with the world beyond the classroom, and start piecing together a path for your future. There are so many things to explore. You can be in the lab and on the stage. Train at dawn and stay up talking about the universe. At Ormond, you’ll be surrounded by people pursuing their passions and cheering each other on.
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Undergraduates (2024-25)40
Graduates (2024-25)1 in 5
Students are culturally or linguistically diverse25%
Of students are from regional areas94%
Students would recommend Ormond to a friend10,000+
AlumniOrmond student community
Ormond welcomes students from a wide range of academic and personal backgrounds. It’s a diverse and dynamic community. No matter your stage of university, Ormond has a special experience in-store for you.
Undergraduate experience
Students studying a bachelor’s degree at the University of Melbourne. Most undergraduates join Ormond in their first year, but students at any stage of their degree are welcome to apply.
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Graduate experience
Ormond is home to one of the largest and most engaged grad communities on campus. We welcome students at any stage of their postgraduate studies, whether a Masters or PhD, at the University of Melbourne.
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University of Melbourne students who live off-campus but want to be part of Ormond’s academic, social, and career programs can join the College as non-resident students.
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Life at Ormond
Ormond is full of defining moments: your first Formal Hall, late-night debates in the Junior Common Room, the thrill of an intercollegiate sports final, or the deep conversations that shape the way you see the world. Whether it’s through sport, the arts, leadership, or simply sharing a meal, life here is about saying yes to new experiences and making them your own.
Our campus
Blending heritage with modern innovation, Ormond’s campus has everything you need – study spaces, dining, social areas, and accommodation – all just a few steps from the University of Melbourne.
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Take a look inside
Come and see Ormond for yourself. Take a tour with one of our friendly student ambassadors. Walk through the heritage buildings, step into the iconic Dining Hall, and feel the energy of a community that thrives on connection and ambition. If you can’t make it in person, you can take a virtual tour to check out our campus.
Learn moreA community where everyone belongs
Students at Ormond come from all walks of life — across Australia and around the world. Whether you’re First Nations, LGBTQIA+, international, rural, or living with a disability, you’ll find dedicated support and a community that celebrates who you are.
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