Key scholarship details
Application status
Open for applications
Applications open
1 May 2025
Applications close
3 Aug 2025
Benefit amount
$1,000 - $10,000
Eligible study level
Undergraduate, Graduate coursework, Graduate research
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One-off
Summary
Over 150 bursaries were established by various generous gifts and are offered to students who are experiencing disadvantaged circumstances...
Benefits
The bursaries provide a one-off payment of between $1000 to $10,000 depending on the level of financial need.
Students in need of immediate financial assistance should contact University Financial Aid team for advice, loans and grants.
Amount:
$1,000 - $10,000
Duration:
One-off
Quantity:
Approximately 500
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for these bursaries, you must:
- Be enrolled in a course at the University of Melbourne at the close date of the relevant round; students undertaking a single subject or a non-award course (e.g. study abroad or exchange) are not eligible
- Have an academic status of Good Standing
Selection criteria
Eligible students are selected on the basis of financial need.
Study level:
Undergraduate, Graduate coursework, Graduate research
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Agricultural and veterinary sciences; Architecture, building, planning and design; Arts, humanities and social sciences; Business and economics; Education; Engineering; Environment; Health; Information technology and computer science; Law; Music, visual and performing arts; Science
Need help understanding the process?
Visit our scholarship guideApplication
How to apply
Applications are accepted in two rounds:
- Round 1: Opens 1 January - closes 10 March
- Round 2: Opens 1 May- closes on 3 August
Submit an online Student Financial Assessment form in the relevant round by the closing date.
The application form will be available when the round is open.
When will I know the outcome?
Successful applicants for Round 1 will be notified of the outcome of their application via email in early April, and Round 2 outcomes will be communicated in late August.
Submit an applicationStatus:
Open for applications
Applications open:
1 May 2025
Applications close:
3 Aug 2025
Recipient feedback
My scholarships have helped me by providing all the essentials for my studies such as books and bus fares.
AJ Saiful Hilmi
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