The Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship (VCIS) is a competitive scholarship offered to academically outstanding international students who wish to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate coursework studies in Australia.
The scholarship recognises academic excellence and provides financial assistance towards tuition fees at Macquarie University. It is available for undergraduate and postgraduate students and provides up to AUD $10,000 applied towards your tuition fee. Scholarships are limited so we encourage you to accept your offer and scholarship early to avoid disappointment.
SUMMARY:
- Scholarship Sponsor(s): Macquarie University, Australia.
- Scholarships to be taken at: Macquarie University, Australia
- Scholarship Type: Tuition award
- Scholarship Worth: AUD $10,000
- Number of Awards: Not Stated
- Study Level: Undergraduate & Postgraduate
- Nationality: International students
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Program Overview
The Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship is designed for high-achieving international students commencing an eligible Bachelor’s or postgraduate coursework degree at Macquarie University.
Unlike a fully funded scholarship, the VCIS provides a partial tuition fee award. The amount awarded is applied towards the recipient’s tuition fees, helping to reduce the overall cost of studying in Australia.
The scholarship is highly competitive and limited in number. Prospective students are therefore encouraged to apply for admission and complete their scholarship application as early as possible.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship, applicants generally must:
- Be an international student.
- Meet the academic and English-language requirements for an eligible Macquarie University Bachelor’s or postgraduate coursework degree.
- Hold a full offer of admission from Macquarie University before completing the scholarship application.
- Achieve a minimum WAM equivalent of 65 for postgraduate applications.
- Achieve a minimum ATAR equivalent of 85 for undergraduate applications.
- Apply for an eligible full-time programme.
- Commence the programme in the session and year stated in the scholarship offer.
- Meet all other conditions attached to the scholarship and admission offer.
Applicants who are citizens of Australia or New Zealand, or who hold Australian permanent residency, are not eligible for the international scholarship.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants can receive:
- Up to AUD $10,000 towards tuition fees.
- A reduction in the overall cost of undergraduate or postgraduate study at Macquarie University.
- The opportunity to study at a leading Australian university.
- Access to Macquarie University’s academic facilities, student services and international learning environment.
Applicants should please note:
- Applicants should note that the Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship is a partial tuition scholarship.
- The standard VCIS does not provide a living stipend or comprehensive funding for accommodation, travel, visa costs and other personal expenses.
How to Apply
The application process involves first applying for admission to Macquarie University before submitting the scholarship application.
Interested applicants should follow these steps:
- Select an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programme at Macquarie University.
- Check the academic and English-language requirements for the chosen programme.
- Complete the online course application and submit the required supporting documents.
- Wait for the University to process the application and issue a full offer of admission.
- Obtain your Macquarie University Student Number, which is required for the scholarship application.
- Complete the online scholarship application form.
- Enter “VCIS” in the Scholarship Name field when completing the application.
- Submit the scholarship application for consideration.
Because the scholarship is competitive and limited in number, applicants are encouraged to complete the process as early as possible after receiving their admission offer.
Application Documents
Applicants should prepare the documents required for their Macquarie University course application and any information requested during the scholarship application process.
These may include:
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificates or previous academic qualifications
- Valid passport or identification documents
- Evidence of English-language proficiency where required
- Macquarie University admission offer
- Macquarie University Student Number
- Any programme-specific supporting documents required for admission
Application Deadline: On-going
