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If you are looking to attend university in Australia, you are probably greatly concerned about how much it is going to cost you to attend. The good news is, Australia offers a lot of money to international students – upwards of $500 million AUD per year. There are literally hundreds of scholarships, grants, and bursaries that you can apply for, that will help you with your studies in Australia.

There are a variety of sources that you can obtain your scholarships from as well. The Australian government offers a lot of the money that international students receive for their studies. But there are also educational institutions (including the ones you may be considering for study) and public and private organizations that will give money to international students for their educations.

TYPES OF SCHOLARSHIPS IN AUSTRALIA

Scholarships may provide financial assistance with:

  • Tuition fees
  • Accommodation and living expenses
  • Both tuition and living costs.

Some scholarships cover the full amount of these costs for the duration of your course, while others cover a proportion of the total cost, cover costs for one year or provide a one-off payment for financial assistance.

Most scholarships are based on academic merit, although there is also some funding available for students from developing countries who are in financial need. Note that some scholarships are restricted to students from certain countries, while others may be related to a specific course, field of study or qualification level (postgraduate degrees, for instance).

SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS IN AUSTRALIA

Scholarships may be offered by the following groups:

  • Australian education institution: Contact the international student team or look through their website for institution-wide and faculty-specific international student scholarships. Larger institutions usually have a scholarships database that allows you to input your details.
  • Accommodation provider: Some residential colleges and other accommodation providers offer scholarships for international students to assist with accommodation costs.
  • The Australian Government: The Australian Government offers an extensive range of scholarships for international students under the Australia Awards scheme for both achievement and development, including Endeavour AwardsAustralia Awards ScholarshipsAustralia Awards Pacific Scholarships and Australia Awards Fellowships.
  • Ministry of Education Nepal: You can contact MOE. http://moe.gov.np/scholarship.html for scholarships awarded from Ministry of Education scholarship from different universities/institutions.
  • Organisations: This includes relevant organisations based in Australia and Nepal, as well as international organisations, including charities, industry associations and large companies.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION TIPS

There are certain approaches you can take that will increase your chances of gaining a scholarship:

  • Start researching scholarships as early as possible: Make a list of all potential scholarship providers and all the scholarships for which you are eligible, including the costs they cover, application requirements and application deadlines. Note that some institution scholarships do not require an application; you will be automatically considered when you apply for your course.
  • Ensure that you supply all documentation required: Documentation may include academic transcripts, a letter of offer and references. Ensure you obtain certified and translated copies where necessary.
  • Check your eligibility for each scholarship: Some scholarships are only available to international students from certain countries, while others may be related to a specific course, field of study or level of study (you might find some scholarships that are restricted to German students studying music, for example).
  • Ensure that you fulfil all the necessary criteria: Some scholarships have additional requirements (such as the submission of an essay or personal statement) and have strict terms and conditions (such as word limits and deadlines), so make sure you read all of the fine print on the application form before filling it out.
  • Your application should be reviewed by somebody who speaks fluent English: Scholarships committees might overlook your application if it contains grammar or spelling mistakes.
  • Apply for as many scholarships as possible: Even if some scholarships are for lesser amounts, any type of funding is better than no funding at all. Be sure to reapply in future years if you miss out or if the scholarship you receive does not cover the full duration of your course.
  • Ask for help with applications: If you have any questions about your eligibility or the application requirements, contact the institution or organisation offering the scholarship before applying.

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