Scholarships in Australia

1. Australia Awards Scholarships

Coverage Includes:

Tuition Fees, Living Expenses, Health Insurance, Travel Expenses

Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: At least a secondary school certificate (for undergraduate) or a bachelor’s degree (for postgraduate).
GPA Requirement: Varies by program; generally, a minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) is expected.
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.5) or TOEFL (minimum 79) scores, depending on the institution.
Work Experience: Relevant work experience may be required for certain fields.

Application Period:

Typically opens annually around February and closes in April

2. Destination Australia Program

Coverage Include: Tuition Fees, Living Allowance, Travel Grants and Orientation Support.

Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: Dependent on the university; typically requires a secondary school certificate for undergraduate and a bachelor’s degree for postgraduate.
GPA Requirement: Generally, a minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) is expected.
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.0) or TOEFL (minimum 70) scores.

Application Period:

Application dates vary by institution; Opening in late August or September.

3. Research Training Program (RTP)

Coverage Includes:

Stipend, Full or partial coverage of tuition fees, Health Insurance, Research Costs

Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree with honors (or equivalent) or a master’s degree with a significant research component.
GPA Requirement: Minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0).
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.5) or TOEFL (minimum 79) scores.
Research Proposal: A well-structured research proposal may be required.

Application Period:

Usually in October or November for the following year.

4. University-Specific Scholarships

University of Melbourne – Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship

Coverage Includes: Tuition Fees, Living Allowance, Requirements

Requirements

Academic Qualifications: At least a secondary school certificate.
GPA Requirement: Minimum average score of 80% in previous studies.
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.5) or TOEFL (minimum 79) scores.

Application Period:

Typically opens in August and closes in October.

Australian National University (ANU) – ANU Global Diversity Scholarship

Coverage Includes:

25% reduction Tuition Fees, Living Allowance

Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: High school or equivalent qualification.
GPA Requirement: Minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0).
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.5) or TOEFL (minimum 79) scores.

Application Period:

Applications typically open in October and close in December.

University of Sydney – Sydney Scholars Awards

Coverage Includes: Significant reduction on tuition fees.

Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: High school completion or equivalent.
GPA Requirement: Minimum ATAR score of 90 or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.5) or TOEFL (minimum 79) scores.

Application Period:

Typically opens in September and closes in November.

5. Commonwealth Scholarships

Coverage Includes: Tuition Fees, Living Allowance, Travel Expenses, Health Insurance (OSHC)

Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: Varies by university; typically requires a secondary school certificate for undergraduate and a bachelor’s degree for postgraduate.
GPA Requirement: Generally, a minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) is expected.
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.5) or TOEFL (minimum 79) scores.

Application Period:

Specific dates vary by institution; Often opening in September.

6. Private and External Scholarships

Rotary Peace Fellowships

Coverage Includes: Tuition Fees, Living Expenses, Travel Cost (Round Trip Air Fare)

Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
GPA Requirement: Minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) is preferable.
Professional Experience: At least three years of relevant work experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.5) or TOEFL (minimum 79) scores.

Application Period:

Application periods vary; typically open in January and close in May.

Fulbright Scholarships

Coverage Includes: Tuition Fees (certain programs), Living Expenses, Health Insurance

Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
GPA Requirement: Minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) is preferred.
Standardized Tests: GRE scores may be required for certain fields.
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.5) or TOEFL (minimum 79) scores.

Application Period: Typically opens in May and closes in July.

7. Scholarships for Specific Fields

Women in STEM Scholarship

Coverage Includes: Partial coverage for STEM-related courses.

Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: Varies by course.
GPA Requirement: Minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0).
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.0) or TOEFL (minimum 70)

Application Period: It opens in late July and closes in September.

8. Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships

Coverage Includes: Partial to full tuition fee reduction, typically up to AUD 10,000 per year.

Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: Generally, a high school completion certificate for undergraduate scholarships or a bachelor’s degree for postgraduate scholarships.
GPA Requirement: Minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS (minimum 6.0) or TOEFL (minimum 70) scores, depending on the institution.
Application: Submission of a personal statement or essay outlining achievements and aspirations may be required.

Application Period: Generally, it opens in January and closes in March.

Tips for Getting Scholarships:

Start Early: Scholarship applications often have early deadlines. Begin your preparations well in advance.
Meet Eligibility Criteria: Ensure you fulfill all academic, language, and other specified requirements.
Strong Personal Statement: Highlight your academic achievements, leadership qualities, and reasons for choosing Australia.
Secure References: Obtain strong letters of recommendation from academic or professional mentors.
Maintain Excellent Grades: High academic performance increases your chances of securing competitive scholarships.
Apply to Multiple Scholarships: Diversify your applications to enhance your chances of receiving financial aid.