Studying abroad can be an expensive undertaking. However, international students looking to study Down Under can take advantage of a number of scholarships, awards, grants, and bursaries to help offset financial costs. In this blog post, we’ll explore some terrific scholarships on offer from 12 top universities across Australia.
Please note that the information provided below is subject to change. Please refer to the university’s website for the most up-to-date information.
Australian National University
Every year, the Australian National University (ANU) awards eligible international students with an ANU Chancellor’s International Scholarship, a one-time tuition fee waiver of between 25% and 50%. ANU also offers up to 100 ANU Global Diversity Scholarships, which are open to international students from certain countries.
For more details about eligibility requirements, how to apply, and more, please visit the scholarship page on the ANU website.
Bond University
Bond University’s International Leadership Scholarship awards a partial tuition fee waiver to undergraduate and postgraduate students exhibiting “outstanding leadership, academic, and community involvement.” The scholarship is a tuition remission of AU$10,000, paid in equal installments over the student’s first two semesters.
Please visit the scholarship page on the university’s website for eligibility requirements and more.
Central Queensland University
Central Queensland University offers an International Student Scholarship (ISS) for new international students. Students will receive a savings of 25% of their total tuition fees for the duration of their studies. Applicants who meet the academic requirements, including a minimum overall average of 65% or equivalent, may be eligible for this scholarship.
The university also offers a Research Training Program Stipend Scholarship, MORA – CQUniversity Australia Scholarship, and an array of scholarships from external organizations. Learn more.
Charles Sturt University
New students studying on-campus at Charles Sturt University can take advantage of the International Student Support Scholarship, a 20% fee discount for the duration of their course.
The Destination Australia Scholarship is an Australian Government initiative awarding new international students studying an eligible on-campus program up to AU$15,000 per year.
These are just two of the many scholarships and grants that Charles Sturt offers. Please visit the university’s website for more information.
Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University’s International Undergraduate/Masters Scholarship is available to international students from select countries studying an eligible course. The scholarship offers a tuition fee reduction of up to 20%.
International students with a strong academic background from select countries are eligible for the university’s International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship. It offers a tuition fee reduction of up to 20% for the duration of a student’s studies.
Additional awards include World Ready Scholarships, Welcome to ECU Online Scholarship, International Australian Alumni Scholarship, Executive Dean’s Master of Engineering Scholarship, ECC Pathway Scholarship, and International Accommodation Bursary. Visit Edith Cowan’s website for more information.
Federation University
Federation University’s Global Innovator Scholarship “celebrates the enterprising spirit of international students.” All new international students beginning an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program will receive a scholarship equivalent to 20% of their annual tuition fees for the duration of their studies.
The Global Excellence Scholarship recognizes “the academic achievement of international students.” New international students who meet the academic eligibility requirements may be awarded a scholarship equivalent to 25% of their annual tuition fees for the duration of their degree.
To learn more about these scholarships, and Federation’s International Student Accommodation Support Scholarship, visit the university’s website.
James Cook University
James Cook University awards an International Student Merit Stipend of AU$700 per month to eligible international students from Asia, Africa, Papua New Guinea, and the Middle East. Students awarded a Merit Stipend must maintain a strong grade point average to remain eligible.
The university also provides a Warm Welcome Relocation Grant, JCU International Excellence Scholarship, and research scholarships. There are also a number of scholarships awarded by external organizations, so check out the university’s website for more details.
Murdoch University
Murdoch University’s Welcome Back International Scholarship helps to integrate new students into their community by awarding international students a fee reduction of up to 20% for the duration of their course.
International students studying at Murdoch may also be eligible for the Loneragan Family Scholarship, Professor ST Leong Memorial Scholarship, and more. Click here to find out whether you qualify.
University of Canberra
The University Of Canberra’s International Course Merit Scholarship gives first-year international students from eligible countries 25% off their total tuition fee. These scholarships are automatically awarded when a student receives their offer letter from the University of Canberra.
International students may also be eligible for the International High Achiever Scholarship, GEMS International Merit Scholarship, International Alumni Scholarship, Australia Awards, and MACC Scholarship (for first-year Malaysian students). Visit the University of Canberra’s website to learn more.
University of New England
The University of New England’s UNE International Bursary covers a fee reduction in the annual tuition cost for international students. This bursary is available for full-time international students beginning their studies.
The UNE International Postgraduate Research Award (IPRA) is for outstanding international candidates who enroll in a postgraduate research degree. A student’s eligibility will be determined by their research potential and academic merit. Students enrolled in a research master’s degree will receive the award for two years, and those studying for a doctoral degree will receive it for three years. The UNE IPRA provides single Standard Overseas Health Insurance, an annual stipend, and course tuition fees.
Check out the University of New England’s website to learn more.
University of Tasmania
The Tasmanian International Scholarship (TIS) awards new international students beginning a course at the University of Tasmania a 25% reduction in tuition fees. Students will receive this scholarship for the duration of their studies, as long as they maintain the required grades.
The University of Tasmania also offers other scholarships and awards for international students, including Australia Awards Scholarships, 10% tuition fee discounts, Year 12 and other student scholarships, and scholarships for research degrees. Check out the university’s website for more information.
University of Wollongong
The University of Wollongong’s University Excellence Scholarship awards a fee reduction of up to 30% for international students enrolled in select undergraduate courses. Students must be studying at an Australian campus and have an excellent academic standing to be eligible.
The university also offers a Diplomat Scholarship, a Faculty of Science, Medicine, and Health International School Scholarship, and Postgraduate Academic Excellence Scholarships. Learn more.
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