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ANU PhD Scholarship — International (HDR Fee Remission + RTP)

Last verified 20 May 2026 by the Scholarships for Africans editorial team

Combined HDR fee remission + RTP/ANU stipend for international PhD candidates at Australia's #1 university for research.

Provider: ANU
Host country: Australia
Deadline: Two rounds: April 30 & August 31 annually
Region: Oceania

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply: International candidates (including African applicants) admitted to an ANU PhD program with First Class Honours, a research Master's, or equivalent. Particularly strong fit for Pacific/Asia/Africa-focused research.
Funding: Fully Funded
Study level: PhD
Deadline: Two rounds: April 30 & August 31 annually

Key eligibility criteria

International candidates (including African applicants) admitted to an ANU PhD program with First Class Honours, a research Master's, or equivalent. Particularly strong fit for Pacific/Asia/Africa-focused research.

Recorded funding information

Fully Funded

About the ANU PhD Scholarship — International (HDR Fee Remission + RTP) (2026)

## Why ANU for African researchers ANU is Australia's **#1 research university** and the only Group of Eight member based in Canberra. It has dedicated research strength in **development economics, climate, security and Pacific/Africa studies** through the Crawford School and Coral Bell School. ## What's covered - Full HDR fee remission (tuition) - Living stipend ~AUD $37,000/year (tax-free, indexed) - OSHC, relocation and thesis allowance ## Recruiter tips - ANU values **policy-relevant research** — frame your proposal around African development, climate adaptation, governance or public health. - Two annual rounds: **April 30** (for second-half intake) and **August 31** (for following-year intake). Aim for August 31 — larger scholarship pool. - Crawford School (public policy) and Research School of Earth Sciences are particularly receptive to African candidates. ## Eligibility snapshot International candidates (including African applicants) admitted to an ANU PhD program with First Class Honours, a research Master's, or equivalent. Particularly strong fit for Pacific/Asia/Africa-focused research. ## 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.

Funding information

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Fully Funded

ANU PhD Scholarship — International (HDR Fee Remission + RTP) eligibility

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International candidates (including African applicants) admitted to an ANU PhD program with First Class Honours, a research Master's, or equivalent. Particularly strong fit for Pacific/Asia/Africa-focused research.

ANU PhD Scholarship — International (HDR Fee Remission + RTP) document information

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How to apply for the ANU PhD Scholarship — International (HDR Fee Remission + RTP) 2026

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Check the provider's process
Consult https://study.anu.edu.au/scholarships to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.
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Check eligibility and any requested materials
Listed eligibility: International candidates (including African applicants) admitted to an ANU PhD program with First Class Honours, a research Master's, or equivalent. Particularly strong fit for Pacific/Asia/Africa-focused research.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.
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Check dates and next steps
Listed deadline information: Two rounds: April 30 & August 31 annually. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

ANU PhD Scholarship — International (HDR Fee Remission + RTP) deadline & application timeline

Provider deadline information: Two rounds: April 30 & August 31 annually. This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

Planning suggestion: 12 months out
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Planning suggestion: 6 months out
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Planning suggestion: 3 months out
If an application is required, review the provider's process and prepare only the materials it requests.
Planning suggestion: 1 month out
If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.
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Two rounds: April 30 & August 31 annually
Provider deadline information: Two rounds: April 30 & August 31 annually. Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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Editorial verification note

Editorially reviewed on May 2026. Tuition amount, eligibility, and deadline confirmed against the official provider URL. Re-check the official page before applying — exact closing dates and award amounts can change between cycles.

Last checked 5/20/2026

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the ANU PhD Scholarship — International (HDR Fee Remission + RTP)?+

International candidates (including African applicants) admitted to an ANU PhD program with First Class Honours, a research Master's, or equivalent. Particularly strong fit for Pacific/Asia/Africa-focused research.

What funding does the ANU PhD Scholarship — International (HDR Fee Remission + RTP) offer?+

Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

When is the application deadline?+

Provider deadline information: Two rounds: April 30 & August 31 annually. Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

What documents do I need to apply?+

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

How do I check the application process?+

Consult https://study.anu.edu.au/scholarships to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: International candidates (including African applicants) admitted to an ANU PhD program with First Class Honours, a research Master's, or equivalent. Particularly strong fit for Pacific/Asia/Africa-focused research.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Two rounds: April 30 & August 31 annually. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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