{"id":29976,"date":"2025-12-18T16:22:43","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T08:22:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/?post_type=advice&#038;p=29976"},"modified":"2025-12-18T16:22:47","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T08:22:47","slug":"scholarships-international","status":"publish","type":"advice","link":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/advice\/scholarships-international\/","title":{"rendered":"University scholarships in Australia: answers\u00a0for international students\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Thinking about studying in Australia and wondering whether it\u2019s financially viable? Consider applying for a <strong>scholarship<\/strong>.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scholarships&nbsp;can&nbsp;<strong>ease financial pressure<\/strong>&nbsp;and help you <strong>focus on achieving your academic and career goals<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article,&nbsp;we\u2019re&nbsp;answering your top questions about scholarships, so that you can apply to Curtin with confidence.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on or skip ahead to get&nbsp;your&nbsp;questions&nbsp;answered.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#scholarship\">What is a scholarship?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#scholarship-options\">What kinds of scholarships are available?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#financial-support\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#financial-support\">What financial support can scholarships offer?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Curtin-students\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Curtin-students\">Real stories from Curtin students<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#finding-scholarships\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#finding-scholarships\">How do I find the right scholarships for me?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#assessed\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#assessed\">How are scholarship applications assessed at Curtin?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"scholarship\">What is a scholarship?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A scholarship is a sum of money or other financial&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;given to students to help support their studies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some scholarships provide a one-off payment, while others offer ongoing support each year of your degree.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"scholarship-options\">What kinds of scholarships are available?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a wide range of scholarships specifically for international students&nbsp;at Â鶹ֱ²¥.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Curtin&nbsp;scholarships are designed to suit diverse needs,&nbsp;backgrounds&nbsp;and life experiences \u2013&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;probably more&nbsp;eligible than you think!&nbsp;Our scholarships are&nbsp;either merit-based&nbsp;or need-based.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Merit-based scholarships&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><p style=\"padding-left:35px;\">These recognise academic excellence \u2013 such as strong grades, a competitive GPA or exceptional performance in your most recent qualification.&nbsp;<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Need-based scholarships&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><p style=\"padding-left:35px;\">If you have experienced financial hardship, have limited access to educational resources, or come from an underrepresented background, need- or equity-based scholarships may be a good fit for you. Their purpose is to reduce barriers and create fairer access to higher education.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also&nbsp;a number of&nbsp;government scholarships available to support your studies, such as the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/scholarships.curtin.edu.au\/Scholarship\/?id=990\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Australia Awards Scholarships<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scholarships can change,\u00a0so\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0best to regularly check\u00a0our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/scholarships\/international-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scholarships page<\/a>\u00a0for the most\u00a0recent information.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/University-Marketing_Accommodation-Photoshoot_Photos_2024_v1-7-1000x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29982\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/University-Marketing_Accommodation-Photoshoot_Photos_2024_v1-7-1000x500.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/University-Marketing_Accommodation-Photoshoot_Photos_2024_v1-7-740x370.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/University-Marketing_Accommodation-Photoshoot_Photos_2024_v1-7-480x240.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/University-Marketing_Accommodation-Photoshoot_Photos_2024_v1-7-1260x630.jpg 1260w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/University-Marketing_Accommodation-Photoshoot_Photos_2024_v1-7-1520x760.jpg 1520w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/University-Marketing_Accommodation-Photoshoot_Photos_2024_v1-7-1920x960.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"financial-support\">What financial support can scholarships offer?\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the scholarship, you may receive:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a\u00a0percentage tuition fee reduction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>subsidised on-campus accommodation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>assistance\u00a0with tuition to meet English language requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>funding for study materials\u00a0and\u00a0research activities.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Curtin-students\">Real stories from Curtin students\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For Phurba, a Master of Nursing Practice student, being awarded a scholarship helped solidify that Curtin was the right choice. It also marked a shift in focus once she came&nbsp;to Perth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"testimonial-single\">\n    \n            <div class=\"block testimonial testimonial--image\"  data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                        <div class=\"testimonial__image\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Weixin-Image_20251105134533-aspect-ratio-100-100.jpg\"\n                         alt=\"\">\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"testimonial__content\">\n            <span class=\"ico ico-quotes ico--lime\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M8.44 16a5.7 5.7 0 0 0-1.67.2c.59-3.34 3.92-7.36 7.06-9.22L9.12 3.2C3.73 7 0 13.11 0 19.87c0 5.69 3.53 8.93 7.55 8.93a6.67 6.67 0 0 0 6.67-6.67A5.83 5.83 0 0 0 8.44 16zM26.21 16a5.67 5.67 0 0 0-1.66.2c.58-3.34 3.92-7.36 7.06-9.22L26.9 3.2c-5.4 3.8-9.12 9.91-9.12 16.67 0 5.69 3.53 8.93 7.55 8.93A6.67 6.67 0 0 0 32 22.13 5.84 5.84 0 0 0 26.21 16z\"\/><\/svg><\/span>\n                            <h4 class=\"testimonial__meta\"><\/h4>\n                                        <div class=\"testimonial__testimonial small\"><p><!-- wp:paragraph -->The scholarship has helped tremendously by reducing my financial load.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->This support means I can worry less about finances and focus more on my coursework, and I am very grateful for the opportunity it has given me to make the most of my studies.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->The whole scholarship process was a very positive experience that has made my journey to Curtin even more exciting.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Phurba<\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Home country: Nepal<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Master of Nursing Practice<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n<p>And for Mengtong, a Curtin scholarship reshaped their academic experience completely, offering them the freedom to focus on adjusting to Curtin student life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"testimonial-single\">\n    \n            <div class=\"block testimonial testimonial--image\"  data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                        <div class=\"testimonial__image\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Weixin-Image_20251125124537-1-aspect-ratio-100-100.jpg\"\n                         alt=\"\">\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"testimonial__content\">\n            <span class=\"ico ico-quotes ico--lime\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M8.44 16a5.7 5.7 0 0 0-1.67.2c.59-3.34 3.92-7.36 7.06-9.22L9.12 3.2C3.73 7 0 13.11 0 19.87c0 5.69 3.53 8.93 7.55 8.93a6.67 6.67 0 0 0 6.67-6.67A5.83 5.83 0 0 0 8.44 16zM26.21 16a5.67 5.67 0 0 0-1.66.2c.58-3.34 3.92-7.36 7.06-9.22L26.9 3.2c-5.4 3.8-9.12 9.91-9.12 16.67 0 5.69 3.53 8.93 7.55 8.93A6.67 6.67 0 0 0 32 22.13 5.84 5.84 0 0 0 26.21 16z\"\/><\/svg><\/span>\n                            <h4 class=\"testimonial__meta\"><\/h4>\n                                        <div class=\"testimonial__testimonial small\"><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>With the help of this scholarship, I can focus more on my studies and spend time adjusting to Australian life.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Mengtong Cai\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Home country: China<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Master of Occupational Therapy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"finding-scholarships\">How do I find the right scholarships for me?\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many scholarships available, the challenge becomes finding the right ones for you!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s&nbsp;what you can do now to find international scholarships for Curtin:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/scholarships\/international-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scholarships page<\/a>&nbsp;to view the most popular international scholarships.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/scholarships\/find-a-scholarship\/#!\/?page=1&amp;perPage=10&amp;filters=Citizenship:INTERNATIONAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scholarship database<\/a>&nbsp;to uncover all the opportunities that suit your unique circumstances.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/about\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Call our team or complete a form<\/a>\u00a0for personalised advice.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"assessed\">How are scholarship applications assessed\u00a0at Curtin?\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Each scholarship will have unique assessment and eligibility criteria.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However,&nbsp;there are two overarching factors that will influence your success in gaining international scholarships.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Academic excellence<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This might be your most recent grades, CWA, GPA or equivalent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility criteria<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>These vary by scholarship and may include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your nationality\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The course\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0applying for\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0studying on campus or online\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your academic background\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find full details on each specific scholarship on&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/scholarships\/international-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scholarships webpage<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discover\u00a0your potential\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Scholarships can open the door&nbsp;to global study experiences&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;turning&nbsp;dreams&nbsp;into&nbsp;reality.&nbsp;And Curtin&nbsp;scholarships are&nbsp;specifically&nbsp;designed to suit a variety of backgrounds,&nbsp;life&nbsp;experiences&nbsp;and ambitions&nbsp;\u2013 so&nbsp;there\u2019s&nbsp;bound to be one&nbsp;that\u2019s&nbsp;perfect for you.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/scholarships\/international-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore scholarships.<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn more about study at Curtin\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Study with industry-connected experts, gain real-world experience and graduate ready for your next step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/\">Search our courses.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/University-Marketing_Digital-Experience_Photography_Study_Lifestyle_2022_v1-8-1000x500.jpg\" alt=\"Students on campus\" class=\"wp-image-29984\" 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