Student Grants

Over 150 bursaries established by various generous bequests and donations to assist students in financial need.

Applications open

1 Jun 2021

Last day for applications

1 Aug 2021

Citizenship requirements

Australian / domestic student
International student

Total value

$1,000 – $10,000

Applicable study areas

All study areas

Number of scholarships awarded

Approximately 250

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship, you need to:

• be enrolled at the University of Melbourne
• provide evidence of financial need

Selection criteria

Eligible students are selected on the basis of financial need.

• Application processSubmit an online Student Financial Assessment form by the closing date. The application form will only be available to access when the round is open.Applications are accepted in two rounds:
  • Round 1 closes 7 March
  • Round 2 closes on 1 August

• 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.

What are the benefits?

A single payment varying from approximately $200 to $10,000.

Students in need of immediate financial assistance should contact University Financial Aid team for advice, loans and grants.

For complete listings of faculty-specific scholarships, please see individual faculty websites.

The information listed here is subject to change without notice. Where we have listed information about jointly run scholarships programs, please also see our partners’ websites. Information describing the number and value of scholarships awarded is indicative.

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