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Academic Merit Scholarship for Africa

Open for 2026

A merit-based tuition scholarship for commencing international students from African countries. The source covers vocational, associate, undergraduate and postgraduate coursework; this record captures the postgraduate coursework route. [Eligibility note: Citizens of African countries]

Award Description20% tuition fee reduction for the eligible program duration
CoversTuition
DeadlineAutomatic
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Citizen of an African country
  • international student with or intending to obtain a student visa
  • Australian-equivalent GPA 2.5, 70% average or ATAR 75
  • full or conditional offer commencing in 2026 or later in an eligible program
  • not an existing RMIT degree student

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for an eligible RMIT program. No separate scholarship application is required.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Academic Merit Scholarship for South East Asia

University Scholarship

A merit-based tuition scholarship for commencing students applying offshore from eligible Southeast Asian countries. The source covers vocational, associate, undergraduate and postgraduate coursework; this record captures the postgraduate coursework route. [Eligibility note: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam]

Award Description20% tuition fee reduction for the eligible program duration
CoversTuition
DeadlineOpen until all places are filled
Eligible countriesCambodia, Indonesia, Laos +7 more
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Citizen of and applying offshore from an eligible Southeast Asian country
  • international student with or intending to obtain a student visa
  • Australian-equivalent GPA 2.5, 70% average or ATAR 75
  • eligible full or conditional offer
  • not an existing RMIT student

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for an eligible RMIT program and accept the offer with the scholarship if selected
  2. 2no separate scholarship form is stated.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

China Scholarship Council – RMIT Joint Funding Program

University Scholarship

A joint PhD scholarship for Chinese citizens undertaking an eligible STEM College doctoral program at RMIT.

Award DescriptionJoint tuition scholarship; AU$35,886 stipend at the published 2025 rate; OSHC, return airfare and visa fees
CoversTuition + stipend
DeadlineNot fixed yet
Eligible countriesChina
Programme levelPhD
Field of study
Engineering & Technology

Eligibility

  • Citizen of the People's Republic of China
  • applying for an eligible RMIT STEM College PhD
  • meets RMIT admission requirements
  • obtains an RMIT offer and satisfies China Scholarship Council requirements

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the RMIT two-stage research application and identify CSC funding, then apply separately to the China Scholarship Council after receiving the RMIT offer.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

COBL Academic Merit Scholarships for Vietnam

Open for 2026

A tuition scholarship for academically strong Vietnamese students entering eligible programs in RMIT's College of Business and Law. The source covers undergraduate and postgraduate coursework; this record captures the postgraduate route.

Award Description25% tuition fee reduction for the eligible program duration
CoversTuition
DeadlineAutomatic; limited places
Eligible countriesVietnam
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Business & Management

Eligibility

  • Vietnamese citizen applying offshore from Vietnam
  • international student with or intending to obtain a student visa
  • Australian-equivalent GPA 3.0 or 75% average
  • eligible offer in Accounting, Information Systems and Supply Chain, Economics, Finance and Marketing, or Management
  • not an existing RMIT student

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for an eligible RMIT course. Successful applicants receive an offer letter showing the scholarship and must accept and pay the deposit within the stated period.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

COLFUTURO-RMIT University Joint Scholarship

University Scholarship

A jointly funded scholarship for Colombian students undertaking Master's coursework, Master's research or PhD study at RMIT.

Award Description20% coursework tuition; full research tuition up to 2 years for Master's or 3–3.5 years for PhD; COLFUTURO support up to USD $50,000
CoversTuition
DeadlineNot fixed yet
Eligible countriesColombia
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Colombian citizen
  • has an RMIT offer for a Master's or PhD
  • awarded the COLFUTURO scholarship-loan
  • commences full-time onshore international enrolment

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply to RMIT, then submit the COLFUTURO scholarship-loan application. Selected COLFUTURO beneficiaries are considered for the RMIT benefit.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

COLFUTURO-RMIT UP Joint Scholarship for English Programs

Open for 2026

A jointly funded bursary for Colombian citizens undertaking RMIT University Pathways Academic English. This is a non-degree English-language award and is classified as Postgraduate only to fit the required database taxonomy.

Award Description42% Academic English tuition discount in 2026 plus waiver of the AUD $260 enrolment fee
CoversTuition
DeadlineSee COLFUTURO website
Eligible countriesColombia
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
Education & Training

Eligibility

  • Colombian citizen
  • applies for an RMIT UP Academic English course through the Foundation for the Future of Colombia (COLFUTURO)

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for the RMIT UP Academic English course and submit a separate application to COLFUTURO.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

College of Design and Social Context Student Bursary

Open for 2026

A one-off tuition bursary for commencing international students in eligible College of Design and Social Context programs. The source covers undergraduate and postgraduate coursework; this record captures the postgraduate route.

Award DescriptionAU$5,000 one-off payment towards tuition fees
CoversTuition
Deadline30-SEP-2026 for Semester 3
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Arts, Design & Architecture

Eligibility

  • International student with or intending to obtain a student visa
  • full or conditional offer for an eligible Semester 2 or Semester 3, 2026 DSC course
  • GPA 2.0, 60% average or ATAR 60
  • not an existing RMIT student
  • no other tuition-covering scholarship or sponsorship

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for an eligible RMIT program and complete the bursary application or expression of interest where required.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Fast Track University Pathway Academic Scholarship

Open for 2026

A merit scholarship for commencing international students in an RMIT Fast Track University Pathway program. This is a pre-university pathway award and is classified as Bachelors to reflect its undergraduate destination.

Award DescriptionAU$5,000 one-off payment towards future tuition fees
CoversTuition
DeadlineNot fixed yet
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelBachelors
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • International student with or intending to obtain a student visa
  • full or conditional offer for Semester 2, 2026 in any Fast Track University Pathway stream
  • scholarship selection based on academic merit

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for the pathway program. Successful applicants receive an offer letter with the scholarship
  2. 2no separate scholarship form is stated.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Foundation Academic Scholarships

Open for 2026

A merit scholarship for commencing international Foundation Studies students. This is a pre-university award and is classified as Bachelors to reflect its undergraduate pathway.

Award DescriptionAU$5,000 one-off payment towards future tuition fees
CoversTuition
DeadlineNot fixed yet
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelBachelors
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • International student with or intending to obtain a student visa
  • full or conditional Foundation Studies offer for Semester 1 or 2, 2026
  • submits the Expression of Interest
  • not an existing Foundation Studies student

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for Foundation Studies and submit the scholarship Expression of Interest.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Future Leaders Scholarship

Open for 2026

A tuition scholarship for students from India and neighbouring South Asian countries commencing eligible RMIT Bachelor's or Master's coursework programs. This record captures the postgraduate route.

Award Description20% tuition fee reduction for the eligible program duration
CoversTuition
DeadlineAutomatic
Eligible countriesBangladesh, Bhutan, India +3 more
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Citizen of an eligible country, including dual citizens holding the relevant passport
  • international student with or intending to obtain a student visa
  • offer for an eligible Bachelor's or Master's coursework program commencing from 2026
  • not an existing student commencing another program at the same level

How to Apply

  1. 1Check program eligibility and submit the RMIT course application. No separate scholarship application is required.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

GuateFuturo-RMIT University Joint Scholarship

University Scholarship

A jointly funded scholarship for Guatemalan students undertaking Master's coursework, Master's research or PhD study at RMIT.

Award Description20% coursework tuition; full research tuition; PhD stipend top-up; GuateFuturo support up to USD $25,000 p.a. for 2 years
CoversTuition + stipend
DeadlineNot fixed yet
Eligible countriesGuatemala
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Guatemalan citizen
  • has an RMIT offer for Master's coursework, Master's research or PhD
  • awarded the GuateFuturo scholarship-loan
  • commences full-time onshore international enrolment

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply to RMIT, then apply separately for the GuateFuturo scholarship-loan. Selected beneficiaries are considered for the RMIT benefit.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

HonduFuturo-RMIT University Joint Scholarship

University Scholarship

A jointly funded scholarship for Honduran students undertaking Master's coursework, Master's research or PhD study at RMIT.

Award Description20% coursework tuition; full research tuition; HonduFuturo support up to USD $25,000 p.a. for 2 years
CoversTuition
DeadlineSee HonduFuturo website
Eligible countriesHonduras
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Honduran citizen
  • has an RMIT offer for Master's coursework, Master's research or PhD
  • awarded the HonduFuturo scholarship-loan
  • commences full-time onshore international enrolment

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply to RMIT and submit a separate HonduFuturo scholarship-loan application. Selected beneficiaries are considered for the RMIT benefit.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Medibank Excellence Scholarship

Open for 2026

A cash scholarship for international students completing Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate in Australia and entering an RMIT associate or undergraduate program.

Award DescriptionAU$12,000 paid as 2 × AU$6,000 instalments plus an industry-experience opportunity
CoversVaries by award
Deadline18-DEC-2026; 10-JAN-2027
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelBachelors
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Applying from Australia
  • international student graduating from Australian Year 12 in 2026
  • holds or intends to obtain a student visa
  • applies through VTAC and receives an eligible RMIT associate or undergraduate offer
  • not an existing RMIT student
  • selection considers academic, leadership and community activity

How to Apply

  1. 1Submit the scholarship application form with a statement of up to 200 words.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Medibank High Achiever International Scholarship

Open for 2026

A higher-value cash scholarship for international students completing Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate in Australia and entering an RMIT associate or undergraduate program.

Award DescriptionAU$20,000 paid as 2 × AU$10,000 instalments plus an industry-experience opportunity
CoversVaries by award
Deadline18-DEC-2026; 10-JAN-2027
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelBachelors
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Applying from Australia
  • international student graduating from Australian Year 12 in 2026
  • holds or intends to obtain a student visa
  • applies through VTAC and receives an eligible RMIT associate or undergraduate offer
  • not an existing RMIT student
  • ATAR above 90 and evidence of leadership or community activity

How to Apply

  1. 1Submit the scholarship application form with a statement of up to 200 words.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Medibank Student Success Grant

Open for 2026

A one-off cost-of-living grant for commencing international students in eligible vocational, associate, undergraduate or Master's coursework programs. This record captures the postgraduate coursework route.

Award DescriptionAU$2,000 one-off payment
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineNot fixed yet
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • International student with or intending to obtain a student visa
  • not an existing RMIT student
  • valid offer for an eligible Semester 2, 2026 program excluding HDR
  • not receiving another scholarship covering tuition fees

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for an eligible RMIT program, receive an offer and complete the Expression of Interest.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

MORA-RMIT Scholarship

University Scholarship

A joint doctoral scholarship for Indonesian citizens undertaking an RMIT PhD in a MORA priority field.

Award DescriptionFull tuition up to 4 years; living, books, settlement, insurance, travel, conference, research and family allowances; English support up to AU$3,500
CoversFull tuition
DeadlineSee MORA website
Eligible countriesIndonesia
Programme levelPhD
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Indonesian citizen
  • applies for an RMIT PhD in a listed priority field
  • meets RMIT admission requirements and receives an offer
  • satisfies and receives the MORA scholarship
  • commences full-time onshore international enrolment

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for an eligible RMIT PhD and then submit the separate MORA scholarship application after receiving the RMIT offer.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Pathway Scholarship for China

Open for 2026

A tuition scholarship for Chinese students progressing through an eligible packaged pathway into an RMIT Bachelor's program. [Eligibility note: China, including Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR]

Award Description20% tuition fee reduction for the eligible Bachelor's program duration
CoversTuition
DeadlineAutomatic
Eligible countriesChina
Programme levelBachelors
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Chinese citizen
  • international student with or intending to obtain a student visa
  • Bachelor's offer commencing in 2026 or later packaged with ELICOS, Foundation Studies, Fast Track University Pathway, vocational education or associate degree
  • not an existing RMIT Bachelor's student

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for an eligible packaged program. No separate scholarship application is required.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

RMIT University Top-up Scholarship for Vietnam Government (Project 89)

University Scholarship

A jointly funded PhD scholarship for Vietnamese students nominated under Vietnam Government Project 89 in priority research areas.

Award DescriptionFull tuition top-up; USD $1,120 monthly stipend plus RTP top-up; airfare, travel and OSHC; up to 3.5 years
CoversFull tuition + stipend
DeadlineOpen; closing date not stated
Eligible countriesVietnam
Programme levelPhD
Field of study
Applied Sciences & Professions

Eligibility

  • Vietnamese citizen
  • has an RMIT PhD offer
  • nominated for the Vietnam Government Project 89 scholarship
  • commences full-time onshore international enrolment in Melbourne

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for an eligible RMIT PhD and complete the Vietnam Government Project 89 nomination or sponsorship process.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

RMIT UP Academic English Bursary for Asia

Open for 2026

A tuition bursary for selected Asian citizens undertaking RMIT UP Academic English. This is a non-degree English-language award and is classified as Postgraduate only to fit the required database taxonomy.

Award Description10% Academic English tuition discount; published 2026 price after discount AU$491 per week
CoversTuition
DeadlineOpen until all places are filled
Eligible countriesCambodia, Japan, Laos +4 more
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
Education & Training

Eligibility

  • Citizen of an eligible country
  • applying from Australia or overseas
  • commencing or extending an RMIT UP Academic English course in 2026 for at least 10 weeks
  • not receiving another English-language scholarship

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for the RMIT UP Academic English course
  2. 2the offer is issued with the discount if available.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

RMIT UP Academic English Bursary for Latin American students

Open for 2026

A tuition bursary for Latin American citizens undertaking RMIT UP Academic English. This is a non-degree English-language award and is classified as Postgraduate only to fit the required database taxonomy. [Eligibility note: Citizens of Latin American countries]

Award Description35% Academic English tuition discount plus waiver of the AU$260 enrolment fee
CoversTuition
DeadlineDEC-2026 or until all places are filled
Eligible countriesArgentina, Bolivia, Brazil +14 more
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
Education & Training

Eligibility

  • Citizen of a Latin American country
  • applying from Australia or overseas
  • commencing or extending an RMIT UP Academic English course in 2026

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for the RMIT UP Academic English course
  2. 2the offer is issued with the discount if available.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

RMIT UP General English Bursary for Asia

Open for 2026

A tuition bursary for selected Asian citizens undertaking RMIT UP General English. This is a non-degree English-language award and is classified as Postgraduate only to fit the required database taxonomy.

Award Description20% General English tuition discount; published 2026 price after discount AU$436 per week
CoversTuition
DeadlineDEC-2026 or until all places are filled
Eligible countriesJapan, South Korea, Taiwan +1 more
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
Education & Training

Eligibility

  • Citizen of an eligible country
  • applying from Australia or overseas
  • commencing or extending an RMIT UP General English course in 2026 for at least 10 weeks
  • not receiving another English-language scholarship

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for the RMIT UP General English course
  2. 2the offer is issued with the discount if available.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

RMIT UP General English Bursary for Latin America, Europe and Turkey

Open for 2026

A tuition bursary for eligible citizens undertaking RMIT UP General English. This is a non-degree English-language award and is classified as Postgraduate only to fit the required database taxonomy. [Eligibility note: Citizens of Latin American countries, European Union countries or Turkey]

Award Description40% General English tuition discount plus waiver of the AU$260 enrolment fee
CoversTuition
DeadlineDEC-2026 or until all places are filled
Eligible countriesArgentina, Austria, Belgium +42 more
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
Education & Training

Eligibility

  • Citizen of a Latin American country, European Union country or Turkey
  • applying from Australia or overseas
  • commencing or extending an RMIT UP General English course in 2026

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for the RMIT UP General English course
  2. 2the offer is issued with the discount if available.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

RMIT UP IELTS Preparation Bursary for Asia

Open for 2026

A tuition bursary for selected Asian citizens undertaking RMIT UP IELTS Preparation. This is a non-degree English-language award and is classified as Postgraduate only to fit the required database taxonomy.

Award Description20% IELTS Preparation tuition discount; published 2026 price after discount AU$436 per week
CoversTuition
DeadlineDEC-2026 or until all places are filled
Eligible countriesJapan, South Korea, Taiwan +1 more
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
Education & Training

Eligibility

  • Citizen of an eligible country
  • applying from Australia or overseas
  • commencing or extending an RMIT UP IELTS Preparation course in 2026 for at least 10 weeks
  • not receiving another English-language scholarship

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for the RMIT UP IELTS Preparation course
  2. 2the offer is issued with the discount if available.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

RMIT UP IELTS Preparation Bursary for Latin America, Europe and Turkey

Open for 2026

A tuition bursary for eligible citizens undertaking RMIT UP IELTS Preparation. This is a non-degree English-language award and is classified as Postgraduate only to fit the required database taxonomy. [Eligibility note: Citizens of Latin American countries, European Union countries or Turkey]

Award Description40% IELTS Preparation tuition discount plus waiver of the AU$260 enrolment fee
CoversTuition
DeadlineDEC-2026 or until all places are filled
Eligible countriesArgentina, Austria, Belgium +42 more
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
Education & Training

Eligibility

  • Citizen of a Latin American country, European Union country or Turkey
  • applying from Australia or overseas
  • commencing or extending an RMIT UP IELTS Preparation course in 2026

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for the RMIT UP IELTS Preparation course
  2. 2the offer is issued with the discount if available.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

RMIT Vietnam Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

Open for 2026

A tuition scholarship for RMIT Vietnam alumni commencing an eligible Master's by Coursework program at RMIT Australia. [Eligibility note: RMIT Vietnam alumni]

Award Description10% tuition fee reduction for the program duration
CoversTuition
DeadlineAutomatic
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at an RMIT Vietnam campus, including eligible packaged offers
  • has an offer and enrols in an eligible Master's by Coursework program at RMIT Australia
  • pathway-only, full-Melbourne-degree, dual-campus and transfer cases are excluded

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for an eligible RMIT Australia Master's program. No separate scholarship application is required.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

School of Education Academic Merit Scholarship for China

Open for 2026

A merit tuition scholarship for Chinese students commencing eligible Education or Teaching programs. The source covers Bachelor's and Master's programs; this record captures the postgraduate route. [Eligibility note: China, including Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR]

Award Description20% tuition fee reduction for the eligible program duration
CoversTuition
DeadlineAutomatic; limited places
Eligible countriesChina
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Education & Training

Eligibility

  • Chinese citizen
  • international student with or intending to obtain a student visa
  • Australian-equivalent GPA 2.5, 70% average or ATAR 75
  • offer for the Bachelor of Education or eligible Master of Teaching Practice program
  • not an existing student in the eligible program

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for an eligible RMIT Education program. No separate scholarship application is required.

Application opens on RMIT University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

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