If you’re an international student planning to study in Australia or New Zealand, it’s worth exploring the scholarships offered by universities and organizations.
Scholarships for International Students in Australia and New Zealand
Studying abroad in Australia or New Zealand is an exciting opportunity, but it’s important to consider the costs involved.
Both countries have relatively high tuition fees and living expenses, so understanding your financial needs is crucial.
One way to ease the financial burden is by applying for scholarships and grants. Both governments offer scholarships for international students from specific countries, which could be a great starting point. If you already have a dream university in mind, check if they provide any scholarships that fit your profile.
Some universities even offer scholarships for high-demand fields like nursing or healthcare. If you’re undecided about what to study, exploring scholarship options in different subjects might help you make a choice.
Keep in mind, this isn’t a complete list of available scholarships—there may be more opportunities out there.
Types of Scholarships
- University scholarships – Most universities offer scholarships for international students, so your chosen institution should be the first place to look.
- Financial scholarships – These are based on financial need. While many are for domestic students, some universities extend them to international students.
- Merit scholarships – For high-achieving students or those contributing to a university’s research goals.
- Country-based scholarships – Targeted at students from developing countries.
- Government-funded scholarships – Various government programs support international students (some are listed below).
- Privately-funded scholarships – Funded by businesses or donors, often focusing on students from developing countries, minority groups, or specific fields of study.
- Part scholarships – These can be small one-time payments or larger, staggered amounts to help cover university costs.
Australia
Australian Government and Private Scholarships
- Australia Awards Scholarship – For students from developing countries, especially in the Indo-Pacific region, covering full undergraduate or postgraduate studies, including tuition, flights, living expenses, and health insurance.
- Destination Australia – A government program encouraging students (domestic and international) to study in regional Australia.
- Research Training Programme – Scholarships for postgraduate research degrees at participating universities.
University Scholarships
- Australian Catholic University – Merit-based scholarships for international undergraduates and postgraduates.
- Australian National University – Various scholarships for international students at all levels.
- Adelaide Scholarships International – Supports research degrees, covering tuition, living allowance, and health insurance.
- Charles Darwin University Vice-Chancellor’s International High Achievers Scholarships – Offers 25-50% tuition fee reductions for high-achieving students.
- Curtin University – Scholarships for international students at all levels.
- University of Sydney – Scholarships available for all study levels.
- Macquarie University International Scholarships – Partial tuition fee scholarships (up to A$10,000) for high-achieving students.
- Flinders University International Scholarships – Various scholarships for international students.
- La Trobe University – Offers 20-30% tuition fee reductions based on location or merit.
- Monash University International Merit Scholarships – For outstanding international students.
- UNSW Sydney International Scholarships – Supports undergraduate and postgraduate students with full/partial tuition or stipends.
- The University of Western Australia – High-achieving students can receive up to A48,000(undergraduate)orA48,000(undergraduate)orA24,000 (postgraduate).
New Zealand
New Zealand Government and Private Scholarships
- Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships – Full scholarships for students from selected Pacific, African, Asian, Latin American, Caribbean, and Commonwealth countries. Covers tuition, living allowance, insurance, and travel.
- ADB Scholarships at University of Auckland – For students from ADB’s developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies.
New Zealand University Scholarships
- University of Canterbury International First Year Scholarships – For high-achieving international undergraduates.
- University of Otago International Research Master’s Scholarships – Includes a NZ$16,000 stipend and tuition waiver.
- Wellington Master’s by Thesis Scholarship – Offers NZ$15,000 stipend plus domestic fees for research-focused master’s degrees.
- University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarships – For academically outstanding students who can represent the university globally.
- University of Auckland International Student Scholarship – Awards NZ$10,000 to high-achieving students.
Note: All costs and conversion rates were accurate at the time of publication and may change.