MONASH UNIVERSITY
Monash International Merit Scholarship
partial · bachelors, masters
- ~AUD 10,000/yrValue (est.)
- Tuition scholarshipType
- Monash (Melbourne)Host institution
- Undergrad & coursework PGStudy level
- Full course durationTenure
- Founded 1958University
At a glance
partial
Funding
€7k
Max amount
Jun 30, 2027
Deadline
Open to international (full-fee) students from any country
Country
Monash University
Provider
The Monash International Merit Scholarship rewards high-achieving international students who begin an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree at Monash University in Australia. Monash, established in 1958 and a member of the Group of Eight, is one of Australia's largest universities, based in Melbourne. The scholarship is worth around ~AUD 10,000 per year (est.) toward tuition, and it is paid for the normal full-time duration of the course — for example up to 3 to 4 years for many undergraduate degrees — as long as the holder maintains satisfactory results. A limited number are awarded each year on academic merit across most faculties. Applications are assessed in rounds, with a representative closing date around 30 June (est.). Treat the amount and date here as estimates and confirm the current value, eligible courses, and deadlines on Monash's official scholarship pages.
What's covered
- Tuition contribution — A scholarship of around AUD 10,000 per year (est.) applied to your tuition fees.
- Duration — Paid for the normal full-time duration of the course (e.g. up to 3–4 years for many bachelor degrees).
- Eligible levels — For most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees at Monash.
- Continuation — Continues while you maintain satisfactory academic results.
- Not covered — Living costs and the remaining tuition balance are not covered — budget for these.
How to apply
Apply for an eligible Monash course; many applicants are considered automatically, and some submit a scholarship application by the round deadline.
- Choose a course — Select an eligible Monash undergraduate or coursework postgraduate degree.
- Apply for admission — Submit your Monash application with academic records.
- Check the mechanism — Confirm whether you are considered automatically or must submit a scholarship application.
- Submit by the deadline — If required, apply for the scholarship by the round deadline (~30 June, est.).
- Selection — Monash selects recipients on academic merit.
- Accept & enrol — If awarded, accept the scholarship and enrol.
Eligibility
Fee statusAn international (full-fee) student at Monash.
LevelCommencing an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree.
Academic meritA strong academic record meeting the scholarship's threshold.
AdmissionHolding an offer (or applying) for an eligible Monash course.
Maintain resultsKeeping satisfactory results to continue the award.
A limited number are awarded competitively each year. Some courses (e.g. certain restricted programmes) may be excluded — check the eligible-course list.
Eligible countries
Open to international (full-fee) students from any country
Deadlines
2026 intake round2026-06-30
Selection
Monash awards the International Merit Scholarship competitively on academic merit among eligible commencing international students. A limited number are granted each year across faculties, so selection is decided among the strongest applicants.
Verified sources
- Monash University — Scholarshipsmonash.eduofficial
About the provider
Monash University, established in 1958 in Melbourne, is one of Australia's largest universities and a member of the Group of Eight research-intensive institutions. It offers the International Merit Scholarship as a partial tuition award to attract high-achieving international students.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What is the Monash International Merit Scholarship?
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A partial tuition scholarship from Monash University in Australia for high-achieving international students starting an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree.
How much is it worth?
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Around ~AUD 10,000 per year (est.) toward tuition, paid for the normal full-time duration of the course. Confirm the current value on Monash's pages.
Does it cover full tuition?
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No — it is a partial contribution to tuition, not a full waiver. You fund the remaining tuition and your living costs.
Who is eligible?
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International (full-fee) students commencing an eligible Monash undergraduate or coursework postgraduate degree with a strong academic record.
How long does it last?
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For the normal full-time duration of the course (for example up to 3–4 years for many bachelor degrees), while you maintain satisfactory results.
Do I apply separately?
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It depends on the course — some applicants are considered automatically on admission, others submit a scholarship application. Check the course details.
When is the deadline?
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Applications are assessed in rounds; a representative date is 30 June, and the 2026 date here is an estimate. Check Monash's scholarship pages.
Which courses are eligible?
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Most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees, though some restricted programmes may be excluded — check the eligible-course list.
Can postgraduate students apply?
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Yes — it covers eligible postgraduate coursework degrees as well as undergraduate study.
Is Monash well regarded?
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Yes — Monash, founded in 1958, is a Group of Eight university and one of Australia's largest and highest-ranked institutions.
Does it cover living costs?
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No — it reduces tuition only; budget separately for accommodation and living expenses in Melbourne.
Where can I confirm current details?
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On Monash University's official scholarship pages, which list the value, eligible courses, application mechanism, and deadlines.