Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship

The Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship is offered by the University of Melbourne to recognise high-achieving international students applying for an undergraduate degree. It is funded by the university itself and targets applicants from countries outside Australia and New Zealand who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance in their previous study.

This award is well-suited for those who plan to pursue their first undergraduate degree at the University of Melbourne. Most recipients have completed secondary studies equivalent to the Australian Year 12 standard, or an international qualification accepted by the university, such as the International Baccalaureate or A-levels.

Purpose, Scope, and Planning

The scholarship helps offset tuition costs, making undergraduate studies in Melbourne more accessible for international students. Discipline choices are broad, from sciences to humanities, but the key selection factor is academic achievement on entry qualification results, not on financial need or extracurricular profiles.

Scholarship holders can combine this support with their Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), an essential step before applying for an Australian student visa (subclass 500). The CoE is issued after accepting an admission offer and paying the deposit (net of scholarship, if relevant). Having fee remission also strengthens your proof of financial capacity during the visa application.

Who This Scholarship Suits

This opportunity is ideal if you are an international applicant with high marks and want fee support for a bachelor's at a major Australian university. Whether your goals are professional registration, research, or further study, this award helps launch your studies in Australia.

• International student status: You must be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand and not hold Australian permanent residency.
• Applying for undergraduate study: Applicants must have submitted an admission application to a University of Melbourne undergraduate degree (not undergraduate diploma), and not have previously undertaken higher education studies.
• Academic achievement: Outstanding grades in secondary school qualifications accepted by the University of Melbourne. Typical recipients have results placing them in the top 3% of their cohort (for instance, very high ATAR, IB, or A-level scores).
• No prior tertiary studies: You cannot have previously completed any tertiary studies other than extension studies completed as part of your secondary education.
• Meeting course prerequisites: You must satisfy all academic and English language requirements for your chosen degree.

• Tuition fee remission: Partial or full remission of tuition fees for the standard duration of the undergraduate program. Offers may include 25%, 50%, or 100% reduction, depending on academic merit and ranking among other applicants.
• Renewable subject to good progress: Support continues for the standard number of semesters in your degree, provided you meet course progression requirements.
• No bond or work requirement: The scholarship doesn't require repayment or post-graduation employment commitments.

• 1. Explore eligible courses: Research undergraduate degrees at the University of Melbourne that suit your interests and background.
• 2. Check entry requirements: Make sure your academic record and qualifications are acceptable for your chosen course and for scholarship consideration.
• 3. Apply for admission: Submit your undergraduate application via the university’s online portal, ensuring all required documents are attached and translated (if needed).
• 4. Automatic assessment: All eligible international applicants are considered for the scholarship based on their course application, no separate scholarship form is needed.
• 5. Await outcome: If successful, you’ll be notified of your scholarship offer along with your course admission result. Details of the remission will be included with your offer letter.
• 6. Acceptance and next steps: Accept your offer, including scholarship, and pay any remaining deposit. Secure your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
• 7. Apply for student visa: Use your CoE and evidence of scholarship support as part of your Australian student visa (subclass 500) application.