ACS Foundation ICT Scholarships

شروط الأهلية

Undergraduate and postgraduate IT/ICT/Computer Science students at Australian universities. Many awards open to international students; specific awards prioritize women in IT and Indigenous students.

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## What it covers\n- AUD $3,000–$10,000 per scholarship\n- Paid internship with sponsoring employer\n- ACS Professional membership and mentoring\n\n## Recruiter Tips for African Applicants\n- ICT is on Australia's Skilled Occupation List — major boost for Subclass 485 → 189/190 migration pathway.\n- ACS membership (free as a student) is a prerequisite for the migration skills assessment, so join early.\n- Women in IT scholarships are renewed annually — African women in CS/IT should apply early in semester 1.\n- The internship is often the most valuable component — most ACS Foundation interns receive graduate offers. ## Eligibility snapshot Undergraduate and postgraduate IT/ICT/Computer Science students at Australian universities. Many awards open to international students; specific awards prioritize women in IT and Indigenous students. ## Required documents - Certified academic transcripts (WAEC / KCSE / NSC + degree certificates where applicable) - Passport bio-data page (valid 6+ months beyond intended visa start) - English proficiency proof (IELTS 6.0–7.0 overall, or TOEFL iBT / PTE Academic / Duolingo where the provider accepts it) - CV/résumé with full education and work history - Personal statement or motivation letter (typically 500–1000 words) - Two academic or professional references on letterhead - Conditional or full Letter of Offer from the host university (where the scholarship is post-offer) - Financial declaration showing ability to cover any costs not funded by the scholarship ## Application steps 1. **Confirm fit** — re-read the official eligibility criteria on the provider's site and check the current intake window. 2. **Apply for admission** — most Australian scholarships require a conditional or full Letter of Offer before scholarship assessment. 3. **Prepare evidence** — gather certified transcripts, English test scores, references, and identity documents as PDFs. 4. **Submit the scholarship application** — through the university's scholarship portal or the dedicated provider link, before the published deadline. 5. **Track outcomes** — most awards are announced 4–10 weeks after the deadline. If awarded, accept formally and request your CoE. 6. **Apply for the Subclass 500 student visa** — book biometrics, complete the medical exam, and lodge the visa with your CoE, OSHC, and proof of funds.

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