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Deakin University

Education Geelong, Vic ABN 56721584203 · ACNC Sign up to see website
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51
Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
51/100 · methodology

About Deakin University

Learning technology: E-learning

Founded
Headquarters
Geelong, Vic
Foundation type
Large
Size
major

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
📚 Education
SDG alignment The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the global agenda for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity by 2030. We tag each charity to the goals its work advances.
SDG 4 SDG 4 · Quality Education Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar education in Australia
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 0.52%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 51
Peer average: 56

Red flags

· All clear
ACNC registration revocation
OFAC / EU / UN sanctions
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Deakin University is a registered education nonprofit based in Geelong, Vic, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 1985 and has been operating for 41 years. Its registration number is 56721584203. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. The organization reports A$1.3B in annual revenue.

Deakin University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 51 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in Australia is 56/100.

Deakin University is located in Geelong, Vic, Australia. The organization was established in 1985 and has been active for 41 years. Its registered address is Deakin University, 1 Gheringhap Street, Australia.

Based on official tax filings, Deakin University has A$1.3B in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of A$7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Deakin University is classified as a Education organization, registered in Australia. It operates as a Large. By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has A$1.3B in annual revenue.

Deakin University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the ACNC. Visit the Deakin University profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Among education charities registered in Australia: Deakin University's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100 is in line with the peer average of 56/100. Its annual revenue of A$1.3B is well above the peer average of A$7M.

Deakin University is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). If the organization has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status, donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia. Check the organization's DGR status on the ACNC or ATO website to confirm.

Verified against 4 official sources, last refreshed .

Annual revenue
A$1B+
Source: ACNC (Australia) (FY2023) why this matters
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Filing history

2 years on file from ACNC (Australia) (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2023, FY2022.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Australian donations are deductible if Deakin University holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.

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Leadership

KE
Key Management Personnel
Total (ACNC)

Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From global news sources

Sentiment

Neutral

15 Australian companies switched to a four-day work week. It went surprisingly well - The Conversation

theconversation.com · · Neutral

‘A dangerous place to work’: Deakin Uni staff’s damning take on workplace - Geelong Advertiser

www.geelongadvertiser.com.au · · Neutral

Kids more likely to be put in hospital by asthma in Melbourne pollution 'hotspot' - Australian Broadcasting Corporation

www.abc.net.au · · Neutral

Deakin University research highlights role of fitness technology in keeping young women active - Australasian Leisure Management Magazine

www.ausleisure.com.au · · Neutral

Deakin University Ranked #1 Emerging Foreign University Campus, Strengthens India's Skilling Push - Yahoo Finance

finance.yahoo.com · · Neutral

Sky News Australia. . Deakin University Global Islamic Politics Chair Professor Greg Barton speaks on the potential regeneration of Iran's nuclear program. - facebook.com

www.facebook.com · · Neutral

Artists wanted: Deakin’s Contemporary Small Sculpture Award is calling for entries - ArtsHub Australia

www.artshub.com.au · · Positive

'Rigged game of chess': Universities refuse to reveal executive salary information - Australian Broadcasting Corporation

www.abc.net.au · · Neutral

Sky News Australia. . Deakin University Global Islamic Politics Chair Professor Greg Barton talks about the alleged US strikes hitting a large ammunition depot in Iran. - facebook.com

www.facebook.com · · Neutral

Deakin University Global Islamic Politics Chair Professor Greg Barton claims Iran will want certain guarantees from the US and Israel before reopening the Strait of Hormuz. - facebook.com

www.facebook.com · · Neutral

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

15 Australian companies switched to a four-day work week. It went surprisingly well - The Conversation
May 2026
theconversation.com
‘A dangerous place to work’: Deakin Uni staff’s damning take on workplace - Geelong Advertiser
May 2026
www.geelongadvertiser.com.au
Kids more likely to be put in hospital by asthma in Melbourne pollution 'hotspot' - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
May 2026
www.abc.net.au
Deakin University research highlights role of fitness technology in keeping young women active - Australasian Leisure Ma
May 2026
www.ausleisure.com.au
Deakin University Ranked #1 Emerging Foreign University Campus, Strengthens India's Skilling Push - Yahoo Finance
Apr 2026
finance.yahoo.com
Sky News Australia. . Deakin University Global Islamic Politics Chair Professor Greg Barton speaks on the potential rege
Apr 2026
www.facebook.com
Artists wanted: Deakin’s Contemporary Small Sculpture Award is calling for entries - ArtsHub Australia
Apr 2026
www.artshub.com.au
'Rigged game of chess': Universities refuse to reveal executive salary information - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Apr 2026
www.abc.net.au
Sky News Australia. . Deakin University Global Islamic Politics Chair Professor Greg Barton talks about the alleged US s
Mar 2026
www.facebook.com
Deakin University Global Islamic Politics Chair Professor Greg Barton claims Iran will want certain guarantees from the
Mar 2026
www.facebook.com
Form filed
A$1266.7M revenue
FY2023
ACNC
Form filed
A$1158.8M revenue
FY2022
ACNC

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Peer charities

Other education in Australia, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Deakin University This page 51 A$1.3 billion -
The University Of Wollongong 57 A$690.8 million -
The University Of Adelaide 57 A$1.1 billion -
University Of South Australia 57 A$713.6 million -
The University of Sydney 56 A$3.3 billion -
University Of Canberra 55 A$357.5 million -
University Of The Sunshine Coast 55 A$368.7 million -
University Of Technology Sydney 55 A$1.1 billion -
University Of Southern Queensland 55 A$356.1 million -

Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)
Financial filings
Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
Wikidata structured data

Data freshness

Last updated
Apr 21, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Mission statement
No self-published statement of purpose
Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Direct contact
No email or phone published
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified
Programmatic detail
Specific cause areas not yet tagged

Methodology

GiveRadar combines public registry filings, ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, Charity Navigator, GuideStar, and news archives into a single 0-100 integrity assessment. We don't take a cut of any donation, ever.

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Quick facts about Deakin University

What is Deakin University?
Deakin University is a education large based in Geelong, Australia. Learning technology: E-learning
When was Deakin University founded?
Deakin University was founded in 1985.
Who leads Deakin University?
Key Management Personnel serves as Total (ACNC).
Where is Deakin University located?
Headquartered in Geelong, Australia.
What is Deakin University's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately A$1B+.
Is Deakin University trustworthy?
Deakin University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Deakin University's registration number?
Registration: 56721584203 (Australia).
What is Deakin University's website?
https://www.deakin.edu.au
Are donations to Deakin University tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Australia under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.