University of South Australia International Merit Scholarship

Critères d'éligibilité

International applicants (including African students) holding an offer for a UniSA undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program. Award tier based on GPA/entry score.

Présentation du programme

## What it covers\n- 15%, 25%, or 50% tuition reduction depending on academic merit\n- Renewable each year subject to GPA\n\n## Recruiter Tips for African Applicants\n- Adelaide is classified as a DESIGNATED REGIONAL CITY — graduates get an EXTRA YEAR on Subclass 485 (3 years for bachelor's, 4 for master's coursework).\n- WAEC A1–B3 / KCSE A–B+ / NSC 70%+ generally targets the 25–50% tier.\n- UniSA's post-2024 merger with University of Adelaide (Adelaide University from 2026) means your degree will carry the new joint brand — useful to mention in applications. ## Eligibility snapshot International applicants (including African students) holding an offer for a UniSA undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program. Award tier based on GPA/entry score. ## 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.

Le descriptif détaillé du bailleur reste en anglais, car c'est la langue du dossier de candidature.

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