Scholarships in Australia

Scholarships to study in Australia

In Australia, most scholarships for international bachelor’s and master’s students are partial tuition awards from universities. Government programmes exist but have specific eligibility.

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Bachelor’s & master’s

Scholarships in Australia

A summary of each scholarship. Values and dates change every year, so always confirm on the official page before you apply.

Destination Australia

Bachelor’sMaster’s

Australian government, through participating institutions

Value
Up to AUD 15,000 a year
Who can apply
Domestic and international students studying at participating campuses in regional Australia.
When to apply
Applied for through the participating institution; rounds vary.

Australia Awards Scholarships

Bachelor’sMaster’s

Australian government (DFAT)

Value
Full tuition, travel, living allowance and health cover
Who can apply
Citizens of participating developing countries in the Indo-Pacific. India is not currently a participating country, so check your country’s eligibility first.
When to apply
Usually opens in February and closes on 30 April for study the following year.

Monash International Merit Scholarship

Bachelor’sMaster’s

Monash University

Value
An annual award towards tuition for the length of the degree
Who can apply
High-achieving international students with an offer for an on-campus bachelor’s or master’s by coursework at Monash.
When to apply
Usually two rounds a year, for semester 1 and semester 2 entry.

University merit scholarships

Bachelor’sMaster’s

Australian universities

Value
Usually 15–50% off tuition
Who can apply
Most Australian universities offer merit-based tuition discounts to international students, often considered with your offer.
When to apply
Set by each university; often linked to the intake.

Last reviewed October 2026. Gradmire is not the awarding body for these scholarships and cannot guarantee an award; the official page always takes precedence.

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  1. Shortlist

    We match your profile, course and destination to the scholarships you are realistically eligible for.

  2. Plan deadlines

    Many scholarship deadlines come before admission deadlines. We build one timeline for both.

  3. Strengthen your application

    Feedback on scholarship essays, personal statements and CVs; the writing stays yours.

  4. References and documents

    Guidance on referees, transcripts and any financial documents the scholarship asks for.

  5. Interviews

    Practice for scholarship interviews, such as Chevening’s.

  6. Plan the rest

    Most scholarships are partial, so we help you plan the remaining funding too.

FAQs

Scholarships in Australia: common questions

Are scholarships available for bachelor’s students?

Yes, but fewer than for master’s study. Most bachelor’s funding comes from universities as partial tuition discounts or need-based aid, so apply early and to several universities.

Do scholarships cover everything?

A few fully funded scholarships cover tuition, living costs and travel, but most are partial. Plan for the full cost of study and treat a scholarship as a bonus until it is confirmed.

Can I apply before I have an admission offer?

For some scholarships, yes; others need an offer first. Check each scholarship’s rules on its official page.

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