Monash International Merit Scholarship 2027 | Study in Australia — Monash University
Monash University’s International Merit Scholarship stands out for the size of its individual awards rather than the number of recipients. With only around 20 scholarships given out each year, it pays considerably more per student than many broader, lower-value tuition discounts.
About the Scholarship
The Monash International Merit Scholarship recognizes outstanding international undergraduate students with AUD 15,000 per year for the duration of their degree, up to a maximum total value of AUD 75,000. Monash awards approximately 20 of these scholarships each year to students who have received a full, unconditional course offer.
Scholarship Benefits
- AUD 15,000 per year toward tuition costs, for the duration of the degree
- Maximum total scholarship value of up to AUD 75,000
- Automatic consideration once an unconditional course offer is received, with no separate essay or application
- Available to international students from any country
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an international student, not an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Must have received a full Monash course offer with no conditions attached
- Must intend to enroll full-time in an undergraduate degree at a Monash campus in Australia
- Must maintain a distinction average, 70 percent or above, each semester to retain the scholarship
- Must meet Monash’s standard academic and English-language entry requirements for the chosen program
Fields of Study Covered
The scholarship applies across eligible Monash undergraduate programs, including business, engineering, science, arts, and pharmacy, with the award allocated based on the strength of the applicant’s academic record rather than a specific faculty.
Required Documents
- Completed Monash University undergraduate course application
- Academic transcripts from secondary school studies
- English-language proficiency test results, if required
- Passport or identification document confirming international student status
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Apply for an eligible undergraduate course at Monash University as an international student
- Ensure all required admissions documents, including transcripts and English test scores, are submitted with your application
- Wait to receive a full, unconditional offer of admission, since this is what triggers automatic consideration for the scholarship
- Review your offer letter carefully for confirmation of scholarship inclusion, since only around 20 are awarded each year
- Accept your offer within the stated deadline to secure both your place and the scholarship
- Maintain a distinction average of 70 percent or above each semester to retain the scholarship for the full degree
Selection Process
Because consideration is automatic and there is no separate scholarship portal, Monash selects around 20 recipients each year from the pool of international applicants holding unconditional offers, based on the strength of their academic record at the time the offer is made. There is no separate interview for this award.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
- Submit a complete application with all transcripts and test scores included from the start, since an unconditional offer is required to trigger consideration
- Apply as early as possible in the admissions cycle, since the scholarship pool is small and filled progressively
- Keep secondary school grades as strong as possible, since only the top applicants among unconditional offer holders are selected each year
- Students who are not selected for this competitive award can still check the Monash International Leadership Scholarship, which offers full tuition sponsorship through a separate, broader selection
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Monash International Merit Scholarships are awarded each year?
Approximately 20 scholarships are awarded annually, making it one of the more selective Monash international awards.
Do I need to submit a separate scholarship application?
No, eligible international students are automatically considered once they receive a full, unconditional course offer.
What GPA do I need to keep the scholarship?
Recipients must maintain a distinction average, 70 percent or above, each semester to retain the scholarship for the rest of their degree.
What is the total value of the scholarship?
It is worth AUD 15,000 per year, up to a maximum total value of AUD 75,000 over the duration of the degree.
Does the scholarship cover postgraduate study?
No, it is specifically for undergraduate students, not postgraduate coursework or research students.
Does the scholarship include a living allowance?
No, it is a fixed annual award toward study costs and does not separately cover accommodation or general living expenses.
What happens if my grades drop below a distinction average?
Failing to maintain a 70 percent or higher average each semester can result in losing the scholarship for subsequent years of study.
Can I apply if I already started my course at Monash?
This scholarship is aimed at new international students receiving their first unconditional offer, rather than students already partway through a Monash degree.