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Destination Australia Scholarship

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

Up to AUD $15,000 per year (renewable) from the Australian Government for international and domestic students studying at a regional Australian campus.

Provider
Australian Government — Department of Education
Host country
Australia
Deadline
Annual — administered by each participating university. Most rounds close 31 October (Feb intake) or 30 April (Jul intake). Check the chosen university's scholarship page for the exact date.
Region
Oceania

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
International students (including African nationals) commencing a Certificate IV through to PhD program at a regional campus of a participating Australian institution. Must hold a CoE and meet visa conditions.
Funding
Fully Funded
Study level
Undergraduate
Deadline
Annual — administered by each participating university. Most rounds close 31 October (Feb intake) or 30 April (Jul intake). Check the chosen university's scholarship page for the exact date.

Key eligibility criteria

  • International students (including African nationals) commencing a Certificate IV through to PhD program at a regional campus of a participating Australian institution. Must hold a CoE and meet visa conditions.

Recorded funding information

  • Fully Funded

About the Destination Australia Scholarship (2026)

## What it covers\n- Up to AUD $15,000 per year, renewable for the full duration of the course\n- Applies to tuition and living costs\n\n## Recruiter Tips for African Applicants\n- Government-funded but administered by each university — apply DIRECTLY to the university, not to DFAT.\n- Participating institutions include CSU, UNE, USQ, JCU, CDU, Federation, UTAS, Flinders (Whyalla), and many more.\n- STACK with the university's own international merit scholarship — Destination Australia is awarded SEPARATELY and can be combined.\n- Regional study = extra year on Subclass 485 + access to Subclass 491/494 regional migration pathways. ## Eligibility snapshot International students (including African nationals) commencing a Certificate IV through to PhD program at a regional campus of a participating Australian institution. Must hold a CoE and meet visa conditions. ## 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

Destination Australia Scholarship eligibility

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  • International students (including African nationals) commencing a Certificate IV through to PhD program at a regional campus of a participating Australian institution. Must hold a CoE and meet visa conditions.

Destination Australia Scholarship document information

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the materials the provider requests.

    How to apply for the Destination Australia Scholarship 2026

    Follow the provider's stated process. The checks below are guidance, not additional application requirements. Any original editorial instructions remain in the description above.

    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://www.education.gov.au/destination-australia to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: International students (including African nationals) commencing a Certificate IV through to PhD program at a regional campus of a participating Australian institution. Must hold a CoE and meet visa conditions.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: Annual — administered by each participating university. Most rounds close 31 October (Feb intake) or 30 April (Jul intake). Check the chosen university's scholarship page for the exact date.. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    Destination Australia Scholarship deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: Annual — administered by each participating university. Most rounds close 31 October (Feb intake) or 30 April (Jul intake). Check the chosen university's scholarship page for the exact date.. This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

      Check the current call and decide whether this opportunity fits your plans.

    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

      If the provider requires tests or documents that take time, plan for them using its published instructions.

    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

      If an application is required, review the provider's process and prepare only the materials it requests.

    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

      If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.

    5. Provider deadline
      Annual — administered by each participating university. Most rounds close 31 October (Feb intake) or 30 April (Jul intake). Check the chosen university's scholarship page for the exact date.

      Provider deadline information: Annual — administered by each participating university. Most rounds close 31 October (Feb intake) or 30 April (Jul intake). Check the chosen university's scholarship page for the exact date.. 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 Destination Australia Scholarship?+

    International students (including African nationals) commencing a Certificate IV through to PhD program at a regional campus of a participating Australian institution. Must hold a CoE and meet visa conditions.

    What funding does the Destination Australia Scholarship 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: Annual — administered by each participating university. Most rounds close 31 October (Feb intake) or 30 April (Jul intake). Check the chosen university's scholarship page for the exact date.. 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://www.education.gov.au/destination-australia to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: International students (including African nationals) commencing a Certificate IV through to PhD program at a regional campus of a participating Australian institution. Must hold a CoE and meet visa conditions.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Annual — administered by each participating university. Most rounds close 31 October (Feb intake) or 30 April (Jul intake). Check the chosen university's scholarship page for the exact date.. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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