Bachelor, Master (Coursework)AUD $50,000 across the duration of the degree (AUD $10,000 per year for up to 5 years)

Monash International Merit Scholarship

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

A merit-based award from Monash University for high-achieving international students commencing a Bachelor or Master by Coursework. Awards $10,000 per year (up to $50,000 total). Open to all nationalities, including African countries.

Provider: Monash University
Host country: Australia
Deadline: Two annual rounds: 31 October (Sem 1) and 31 May (Sem 2).
Region: Oceania

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply: Open to international students (incl. all African nationalities) who hold an unconditional offer for a full-fee on-campus undergraduate or Masters by Coursework degree at Monash. Minimum weighted average of 80% (or equivalent). Not available for HDR (research), exchange, study abroad, or fully-online programs.
Funding: AUD $50,000 across the duration of the degree (AUD $10,000 per year for up to 5 years)
Study level: Bachelor, Master (Coursework)
Deadline: Two annual rounds: 31 October (Sem 1) and 31 May (Sem 2).

Key eligibility criteria

Open to international students (incl. all African nationalities) who hold an unconditional offer for a full-fee on-campus undergraduate or Masters by Coursework degree at Monash. Minimum weighted average of 80% (or equivalent). Not available for HDR (research), exchange, study abroad, or fully-online programs.

Recorded funding information

AUD $50,000 across the duration of the degree (AUD $10,000 per year for up to 5 years)

About the Monash International Merit Scholarship (2026)

## Overview The Monash International Merit Scholarship rewards academically strong international students enrolling in a full-fee on-campus Bachelor or Masters by Coursework degree at any Monash Australian campus. ## Benefits - AUD $10,000 per year as a tuition credit, paid each semester. - Maximum AUD $50,000 over the course duration. - Renewed each year on maintenance of a 60% weighted average. ## Eligibility - Citizen of any country other than Australia / NZ — African nationalities confirmed eligible. - Unconditional offer for a full-fee on-campus undergraduate or Masters by Coursework course. - Weighted average of 80%+ in your most recent completed qualification. ## How to Apply - Apply for your Monash course via the international portal. - After an unconditional offer, submit the separate Merit Scholarship application form before the round closing date. ## Recruiter Tip Applicants from WAEC/KCSE/NSC systems should request a Monash GPA pre-assessment from the International Recruitment Office before applying — a confirmed conversion to the 80% threshold dramatically increases shortlisting probability. ## Official Source [Monash International Merit Scholarship](https://www.monash.edu/study/fees-scholarships/scholarships/find-a-scholarship/monash-international-merit-scholarship-3093) ## Eligibility snapshot Open to international students (incl. all African nationalities) who hold an unconditional offer for a full-fee on-campus undergraduate or Masters by Coursework degree at Monash. Minimum weighted average of 80% (or equivalent). Not available for HDR (research), exchange, study abroad, or fully-online programs. ## 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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AUD $50,000 across the duration of the degree (AUD $10,000 per year for up to 5 years)

Monash International Merit Scholarship eligibility

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Open to international students (incl. all African nationalities) who hold an unconditional offer for a full-fee on-campus undergraduate or Masters by Coursework degree at Monash. Minimum weighted average of 80% (or equivalent). Not available for HDR (research), exchange, study abroad, or fully-online programs.

Monash International Merit 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 Monash International Merit 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.

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Check the provider's process
Consult https://www.monash.edu/study/fees-scholarships/scholarships/find-a-scholarship/monash-international-merit-scholarship-3093 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: Open to international students (incl. all African nationalities) who hold an unconditional offer for a full-fee on-campus undergraduate or Masters by Coursework degree at Monash. Minimum weighted average of 80% (or equivalent). Not available for HDR (research), exchange, study abroad, or fully-online programs.. 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 annual rounds: 31 October (Sem 1) and 31 May (Sem 2).. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

Monash International Merit Scholarship deadline & application timeline

Provider deadline information: Two annual rounds: 31 October (Sem 1) and 31 May (Sem 2).. 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
Check the current call and decide whether this opportunity fits your plans.
Planning suggestion: 6 months out
If the provider requires tests or documents that take time, plan for them using its published instructions.
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.
Provider deadline
Two annual rounds: 31 October (Sem 1) and 31 May (Sem 2).
Provider deadline information: Two annual rounds: 31 October (Sem 1) and 31 May (Sem 2).. 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 Monash International Merit Scholarship?+

Open to international students (incl. all African nationalities) who hold an unconditional offer for a full-fee on-campus undergraduate or Masters by Coursework degree at Monash. Minimum weighted average of 80% (or equivalent). Not available for HDR (research), exchange, study abroad, or fully-online programs.

What funding does the Monash International Merit Scholarship offer?+

Listed funding: AUD $50,000 across the duration of the degree (AUD $10,000 per year for up to 5 years). 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 annual rounds: 31 October (Sem 1) and 31 May (Sem 2).. 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.monash.edu/study/fees-scholarships/scholarships/find-a-scholarship/monash-international-merit-scholarship-3093 to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Open to international students (incl. all African nationalities) who hold an unconditional offer for a full-fee on-campus undergraduate or Masters by Coursework degree at Monash. Minimum weighted average of 80% (or equivalent). Not available for HDR (research), exchange, study abroad, or fully-online programs.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Two annual rounds: 31 October (Sem 1) and 31 May (Sem 2).. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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