Australia Scholarships for International Students

Australia is in 3rd position in the global education index with over 7 million international students. The Australian Government presents huge scholarships for research-oriented training programs to bring various innovations. The nation grants over 4200 scholarship programs worth 5 billion AUD (3.47 billion USD) for international students to pursue higher education and vocational courses. Eligible students can gain a scholarship worth AUD 15,000 - AUD 20,000 to subsidize their education. Many scholarships and grants cover tuition fees, rent, living expenses, books, health charges, and traveling expenses. In particular, students pursuing Certificate IV to Doctorate level programs from Australian universities are eligible for fully-funded scholarships.

 

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Popular Scholarships to Study in Australia
 

Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarship:

AGRTP is among the best supportive scholarships for research, master’s, and doctorate scholars. Under this program, an award worth $40,109 annually is granted to international students pursuing their research or doctorate programs. 42 Australian universities grant scholarships for the advancement of research education. Australian Government skilled international students with excellent research abilities are encouraged with the RTP scholarships. AGRTP scholarship is awarded to 6 scholars who have outstanding academic excellence. RTP Scholarship holders can cover the tuition fee, living expenses, overseas health coverage, and other expenses.

 

Name of the scholarship	Australian Government Research Training Program (ARTGP) Scholarship
Scholarship amount worth	$40,109 per annum (international students)
Sponsored by	Australian Government
Eligibility	Research masters and doctorate programs in all fields of study
Universities covered	42 Australian Universities
Application dates	September-November & December-February (every year)

 

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Brokerfish International Student Scholarship

The BrokerFish International Student Scholarship is one of the well-known scholarships in Australia, and it offers $1000 for international students who want to manage health insurance. The scholarship is widely popular in Australia, UK, USA, Singapore, Canada, and other countries. Students from accredited universities in these countries can utilize the benefits of the Brokerfish scholarship. Students from any country pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in full-time courses from certified universities can apply for this scholarship. The scholarship is issued for eligible candidates only once. 

 

Name of the scholarship	BrokerFish International Student Scholarship
Scholarship amount worth	$ 1000
Sponsored by	Accredited Universities of Australia, UK, USA, and other countries
Eligibility	Undergraduate and Graduate degree courses
Universities covered	All accredited universities
Application dates	November- December (every year)

 

The University of Sydney International Scholarship

The University of Sydney encourages international students to carry out their education with scholarships. Overseas students enrolled in Master’s by research or PhD programs at the University of Sydney can apply for the international scholarship. Applicants shortlisted for the University of Sydney international scholarship can avail up to 40,109 AUD per year in two installments. The university shortlists candidates with excellent academic and research skills.

 

Name of the scholarship	The University of Sydney International Scholarship
Scholarship amount worth	40,109 AUD per year
Sponsored by	University of Sydney
Eligibility	Master’s by research or PhD programs
Universities covered	University of Sydney
Application dates	September – November (every year)

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CQU International Student Scholarship

Central Queensland University (CQU) is one of the top-ranking universities in Australia. The university helps international students with financial aid of up to 25% tuition fee concession. Overseas students enrolled in various UG, PG, and Master’s courses in CQU can utilize this opportunity. Students who meet the requirements such as academic excellence, English language proficiency, GPA (above 65%), and other requirements can apply for this partially-funded scholarship program. 

 

Name of the scholarship	CQU International Student Scholarship
Scholarship amount worth	25% of tuition fee waiver
Sponsored by	Central Queensland University (CQU)
Eligibility	All Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Master’s courses
Universities covered	Central Queensland University (CQU)
Application dates	October – January & May – June  (every year)

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CDU Vice-Chancellor’s International High Achievers Scholarships

Charles Darwin University is one of the renowned universities of Australia. CDU is known for its many scholarship programs. The university encourages highly achieving students with CDU Vice-Chancellor’s International High Achievers Scholarships. Students from overseas undergoing graduate and postgraduate courses at CDU can utilize this scholarship. The university prioritizes highly achieving students for awarding the scholarship. If selected, students will get up to 25% to 50% of fee waivers to continue their studies. Students must not hold Australian or New Zealand citizenship to avail of the scholarship.

 

Name of the scholarship	Charles Darwin University (CDU)
Scholarship amount worth	25% to 50% tuition fee waiver
Sponsored by	CDU
Eligibility	Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree courses
Universities covered	CDU
Application dates	April – June (every year)

 

Macquarie Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships

Macquarie University, Australia, is one of the most popular universities in the country, with many top specializations. The university supports students and welcomes them with scholarships, grants, and freebies. Macquarie Vice-Chancellor’s scholarship is exclusively available for international students from any country other than Australia or New Zealand citizens. A scholarship worth AUD$10,000 is awarded to deserving students pursuing graduate and postgraduate degree courses at Macquarie University. Students who achieve a WAM (Weighted Average Mark) of 65 or above in a postgraduate degree or ATAR of 85% in an Undergraduate degree are eligible to avail of the Macquarie Vice-Chancellor’s scholarship.

 

Name of the scholarship	Macquarie University, Australia
Scholarship amount worth	AUD$10,000
Sponsored by	Macquarie University
Eligibility	Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree courses
Universities covered	Macquarie University
Application dates	January – May (every year)

 

Griffith Remarkable Scholarship

Griffith University Australia sponsors prestigious scholarships to attract international students. The university grants remarkable scholarship grants to students from more than 244 nations. The university sponsors merit scholarships for students with a GPA of 5.5 or equivalent on a 7-point scale. Eligible students can get up to 50% discount/redemption on their tuition fee. The university shortlists overseas students from undergraduate and postgraduate programs for awarding this scholarship. Students from other countries except Australia and New Zealand are eligible for the Griffith Remarkable scholarship. International students who are enrolled in any program at Griffith University and meet the required eligibility criteria can apply for Griffith Remarkable Scholarship to save their tuition fee charges. 

 

Name of the scholarship	Griffith University Australia
Scholarship amount worth	Up to 50% discount on tuition fees
Sponsored by	Griffith University
Eligibility	Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree courses
Universities covered	Griffith University
Application dates	March/April – August (every year)

 

Australia is a welcoming country for international students. The government provides many other scholarship programs, such as merit-based, need-based, subject-based, and other scholarships. By availing of suitable scholarships or grants, students can save on their costs for abroad studies. Before choosing a university or program, research the scholarship programs available in that particular university.