Overview
If you are an international student with strong academic results, Macquarie University's Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship can reduce your tuition fees for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree. The award is based on academic merit and is competitive. It provides a partial tuition fee scholarship, not a full ride. The scholarship is for future students starting their first degree at Macquarie.
At a glance
- Host: Macquarie University, Australia
- Level: Bachelor's and Master's coursework degrees
- Study destination: Australia
- Deadline: Ongoing (annual); apply at least two to three months before session begins
- Awards: Not specified
- Value: Up to AUD$10,000 towards tuition fees, not renewable
- Open to: International students from countries other than Australia or New Zealand
Awarded by
Macquarie University in Australia
Subjects and level
Undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered at the university. Any field of study is eligible as long as the programme is an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, excluding Graduate Certificates and Global MBA courses.
Awards available
Not specified.
Who can apply
International students from a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
What the award covers
The scholarship amount varies up to AUD$10,000 and is applied towards your tuition fee. It is not renewable.
The scholarship DOES NOT provide a living allowance, nor does it cover visa application costs, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), airfares, accommodation, conferences or other study-related costs.
Eligibility requirements
To be eligible, you must be a full-time international student starting an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree (excluding Graduate Certificates and Global MBA courses) and meet these conditions:
- For postgraduate applications: achieve a minimum WAM equivalent of 65. For undergraduate applications: achieve a minimum ATAR equivalent of 85.
- Commence study in the session and year stated in your scholarship letter of offer.
How to apply
To be considered, complete a nomination form and hold a valid offer letter to study at Macquarie University. Complete the online application form, type “VCIS” in the Scholarship Name field, and submit your student number as shown on your Macquarie University offer letter.
Apply at least two to three months before the session begins to avoid disappointment and to allow time for your student visa.
Visit the official website (link below) to access the application forms and for detailed instructions.
Official website
Official Scholarship Website: https://mq.edu.au/study/admissions-and-entry/scholarships/international/vice-chancellor-s-international-scholarship
Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for the Macquarie Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship? International students from any country except Australia and New Zealand who will start a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree at Macquarie University.
- What does the scholarship cover? It provides a partial tuition fee scholarship of up to AUD$10,000. It does not cover living costs, visa fees, health cover, airfares, accommodation or conferences.
- Is the scholarship renewable? No, it is not renewable.
- What are the academic requirements? For postgraduate applicants, a minimum WAM equivalent of 65. For undergraduate applicants, a minimum ATAR equivalent of 85.
- When is the deadline? There is no fixed deadline; applications are ongoing. Apply at least two to three months before your session starts.
- How do I apply? Complete the online application form, type “VCIS” in the Scholarship Name field, and provide your student number from your offer letter. You must also hold a valid offer letter and complete a nomination form.
How to apply
- Read the official scholarship guidelines carefully before you start your application.
- Prepare your documents early, including your offer letter and academic transcripts.
- Check the English language requirements for your programme and ensure you meet them.
- Submit your application well before the session begins to allow time for visa processing.
- Double-check that you have entered “VCIS” in the Scholarship Name field and included your student number correctly.
