Use our scholarships search tool to find out what scholarships you might be eligible for.
There are many scholarships, grants, and bursaries which can help support you financially with your studies in Australia. They are offered by the Australian Government, education providers, and a number of other public and private organisations.
All applications and enquiries for scholarships are made through the scholarship provider.
The major scholarships programs available for international students are:
Australia Awards
The Australia Awards aim to promote knowledge, education links, and enduring ties between Australia and our neighbours through Australia's extensive scholarship programs. The program brings together scholarships offered by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT), the Department of Education and the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR). Read more about Australia Awards.
Destination Australia
The Destination Australia Program (DAP) is an Australian Government program that funds eligible tertiary education providers to offer scholarships to domestic and international students to study in regional Australia. Destination Australia scholarships are valued at up to $15,000 per student, per year, and are available to students undertaking studies ranging from a Certificate IV through to a PhD for up to four years in regional campus locations across Australia.
Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)
Find out more about the Research Training Program at the Department of Education website. Applications for these scholarships are made directly to a participating university.
Provider scholarships
Australian education providers regularly offer scholarships to qualifying international students, based on academic merit. Consult with the admissions team or international office at the provider you are applying to for further advice and information. All scholarships listed on our website are available to international students. Many are available to students of all nationalities, however all scholarships conditions are set by the institution or organisation offering the scholarship and applications have to be done directly with the scholarship provider. Find out what scholarships you might be eligible for.
Scholarships and Financial Aid for US Students
US students can often bring their US Financial Aid with them to their education institution in Australia. Many international and charitable organisations offer US scholarships for international study. You must apply for these scholarships in your home country.
The GI Bill®, administered by the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), provides educational benefits to eligible US service members, veterans, guard members, reservists, and their dependents.