What Monash University International Merit Scholarship actually covers.
The Monash University International Merit Scholarship provides AU$10,000 per year to outstanding international students admitted to undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programmes at Monash University in Australia. Monash is one of Australia's leading research universities, ranked in the top 60 globally, with a strong presence in Melbourne and a global network of campuses. The scholarship is merit-based and automatically awarded to eligible students based on their academic performance, with no separate application required. Students who meet the academic eligibility criteria and are admitted to an eligible programme will have the scholarship credited automatically. Monash offers programmes across engineering, science, business, law, medicine, arts, education, and social sciences, providing diverse opportunities for African students. The scholarship is renewable annually, provided students maintain the required academic performance. Australia's welcoming multicultural environment, world-class research facilities, and strong job market make Monash an attractive destination for ambitious African students.
Who can apply.
Open to undergraduate, masters applicants seeking to study in Australia. Eligible nationalities are listed below.
46 more eligible countries — full list available on the official application page.
Every academic discipline is accepted.
This programme does not restrict by field. Research proposals across humanities, sciences, engineering, agriculture, and medicine are all accepted.
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Prepare your documentsMost providers ask for the same set — transcripts, references, a personal statement, ID. Use the checklist below to track progress across all your applications.
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Apply on the provider's siteSubmit on the provider's site before October 31, 2026 · 105 days left.
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Other scholarships worth a parallel application.
Same eligibility window or destination. Many strong applicants apply to three or four programmes per cycle.