Scholarships & Grants
Explore scholarships and financial aid available to international students studying in Australia — including eligibility criteria, award amounts, and how to apply.
Australia Awards Scholarships
Australian Government · Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Long-term development scholarships for students from eligible countries in the Indo-Pacific region to study at Australian universities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Citizen of an eligible partner country
- Not currently residing in Australia
- Meet academic entry requirements of the chosen university
- Demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to development
How to Apply
Apply online via the Australia Awards website during the annual application round, submitting academic transcripts, a development impact statement, and references.
Destination Australia
Australian Government · Undergraduate, Postgraduate, VET
Supports domestic and international students to study at regional campuses, encouraging study outside major cities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Enrolled or enrolling in a course at a regional campus
- Open to both new and continuing students
- Selection managed directly by the participating institution
How to Apply
Check with your chosen regional university or college whether they participate in the program and apply through their scholarships office.
Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship
University of Melbourne · Undergraduate
Merit-based scholarship automatically considered for high-achieving international students commencing an undergraduate degree.
Eligibility Criteria
- Offer of admission to an eligible undergraduate course
- Strong academic record in prior studies
- No separate application required — assessed with admission
How to Apply
Apply for admission to the University of Melbourne; eligible applicants are automatically considered for the scholarship.
Sydney International Student Award
University of Sydney · Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Merit-based award recognising academic excellence among commencing international students across all faculties.
Eligibility Criteria
- New international student with an offer of admission
- High academic achievement (top of graduating cohort)
- Full-time enrolment in an eligible degree
How to Apply
Submit the scholarship application form through the university's student portal after receiving your course offer.
UNSW International Academic Transfer Scholarship
UNSW Sydney · Undergraduate
Rewards outstanding academic performance for international students transferring or commencing undergraduate study at UNSW.
Eligibility Criteria
- Offer of admission to an eligible undergraduate program
- Excellent academic transcript
- Considered automatically upon application for admission
How to Apply
No separate application needed — apply for your course and UNSW will assess scholarship eligibility during admission review.
Study Adelaide Scholarship
Study Adelaide / University of Adelaide · Postgraduate
Supports international postgraduate students choosing to study in Adelaide, helping offset tuition and living costs.
Eligibility Criteria
- Offer of admission to an eligible postgraduate course
- Demonstrated financial need or academic merit (varies by round)
- Commitment to studying full-time in Adelaide
How to Apply
Apply through the university's scholarships portal, providing academic transcripts and a personal statement.
