Federation University Global Achiever Scholarship 2027 | Study in Australia — Federation University Australia
Federation University’s Global Achiever Scholarship sits just below its Global Merit Scholarship on the university’s international scholarship ladder, offering a smaller but still meaningful discount to commencing students who have not already secured another award.
About the Scholarship
The 2027 Federation University Global Achiever Scholarship covers 15 percent of tuition fees for the duration of an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree. It is open to commencing international students in 2027 who hold a valid visa to study in Australia and are not already receiving any other merit-based or tuition fee scholarship.
Scholarship Benefits
- 15 percent reduction in tuition fees for the duration of the eligible program
- Available for both undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees
- Open application window running from 9 November 2026 through 7 November 2027
- Accessible to a broad pool of commencing international students who do not hold another scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an international student, excluding study abroad, exchange, or online students
- Must be enrolling as a commencing student in 2027 in an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree at Federation University
- Must be eligible to study in Australia with a valid visa
- Must not already be receiving any other merit-based or tuition fee scholarship
- Must meet Federation University’s standard academic and English-language entry requirements for the chosen program
Fields of Study Covered
The scholarship applies broadly across Federation University’s coursework programs, including nursing, education, business, information technology, and engineering, with specific program exclusions confirmed through the current scholarship guide.
Required Documents
- Completed Federation University program application
- Academic transcripts from secondary school or prior tertiary study
- English-language proficiency test results, if required
- Passport or identification document confirming international student status
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Apply for admission to an eligible Federation University undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program commencing in 2027
- Submit complete academic transcripts and English test results with your application
- Confirm you are not already receiving another merit-based or tuition fee scholarship before applying
- No separate scholarship form is required, since the International Admissions team automatically assesses eligible offers
- Submit your application within the open window, which runs through 7 November 2027
- Review your offer letter once issued to confirm the 15 percent reduction has been applied
Selection Process
Federation University’s International Admissions team automatically checks commencing international applicants against the scholarship’s eligibility rules, including the requirement that no other scholarship is already held, applying the 15 percent reduction to qualifying students. There is no separate interview for this scholarship.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
- Confirm you are not already receiving another Federation University scholarship before applying, since holding one disqualifies you from this award
- Submit a complete and accurate application with all required documents from the start
- Apply as early as possible within the open window rather than waiting close to the 7 November 2027 deadline
- Students with a stronger academic average should also check whether they qualify for the higher-value Federation University Global Merit Scholarship instead
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from the Federation University Global Merit Scholarship?
The Global Achiever Scholarship offers a smaller 15 percent reduction with a broader eligibility pool, while the Global Merit Scholarship requires a 75 percent academic average for its own reduction.
Can I hold this scholarship alongside another Federation University award?
No, applicants must not already be receiving any other merit-based or tuition fee scholarship to be eligible for the Global Achiever Scholarship.
What is the application window for 2027?
The scholarship is open from 9 November 2026 through 7 November 2027 for the relevant intake period.
Does this scholarship cover postgraduate research degrees?
No, it applies to coursework programs rather than postgraduate research degrees such as a PhD.
Does the scholarship include a living allowance?
No, it is a tuition fee reduction only and does not cover accommodation, living costs, or health insurance.
Is the reduction applied for the whole course?
Yes, the 15 percent reduction generally applies for the standard duration of the eligible program, provided the student maintains satisfactory academic progress.
Can study abroad or exchange students apply?
No, the scholarship excludes study abroad, exchange, and online students.
Are all Federation University campuses included?
Eligibility generally covers the university’s main Victorian campuses, though applicants should confirm their specific program and campus qualify.
Can I switch from the Global Achiever Scholarship to the Global Merit Scholarship later?
If your academic average later qualifies for the higher-value Global Merit Scholarship, it is worth contacting Federation University’s international admissions team directly to ask whether a change is possible before your course begins.
Does accepting this scholarship lock me out of applying for other awards in future years?
The restriction applies to holding another scholarship at the same time, not to future years of study, so students may become eligible for a different award in a later year of their course if circumstances change.