Deakin Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship

Deakin recognises students with consistently high academic performance and the potential to make a leading contribution to the university and its communities. Unsuccessful applicants of the Deakin Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship will automatically be considered for the Deakin International Scholarship.

Important dates: 

• This scholarship is open to all students commencing studies.

Benefits

This scholarship is available for the normal duration of the course.

• All of your tuition fees or 50% of your tuition fees.
• Participation in the Vice-Chancellor's Professional Excellence Program.
• Priority place for on-campus accommodation (at own cost and subject to availability).

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must:

• be a prospective international student for a coursework degree at Deakin University
• be eligible to study at Deakin University
• not have accepted any other Deakin scholarship or bursary
• have achieved an 85% average (or equivalent) in previous studies.

All criteria must be met.

Selection of successful applicants for the fixed number of scholarships will be competitive and may require scores above the stated minimum requirements.

Your application

Supporting documents

• You are required to submit:
  • a completed Deakin International Scholarship Program application form (PDF, 536KB)
  • a personal statement (300 words)
  • two references who can comment on your community engagement and/or leadership capacity
  • a completed application to study at Deakin including academic transcripts.
• Your personal statement must be written by you and reflect your personal views. It should contain:
  • an outline of why you want to study at Deakin University
  • an overview of any extracurricular activities and work experience (paid or voluntary) you have undertaken
  • why you think you would make an outstanding ambassador for Deakin University
  • any other information that will assist your application.

You may also be asked to attend an interview.

Application tips

Applying for a scholarship isn't just about meeting the eligibility criteria. It's a good idea to think about why you want a scholarship, how it will help you and what you have to offer the Deakin community.

How to apply

Complete the Deakin International Scholarship Program application form (PDF, 536KB).

Please email your completed form to the Deakin International Admissions office.