Monash University International Merit Scholarship
The Monash International Merit Scholarship, also known as the Sir John Monash Scholarship for Excellence, is offered to high-achieving international students from all countries who have received a full undergraduate course offer from Monash University. Recipients receive $10,000 per annum for the duration of their degree (up to a total value of $50,000), paid per year until the minimum number of credit points for the degree is completed. Commencing undergraduate students are also invited to apply for a place in Monash Minds, a leadership program for first-year students.
The scholarship is awarded to 31 students per year based purely on academic achievement. It is automatically considered upon receiving a course offer—no separate application is required. The scholarship can be deferred within the same calendar year only. To retain the scholarship, recipients must maintain a distinction average (70% or above) each semester and provide a student profile for use in Monash marketing, recruitment, and promotional materials/events. It is tenable at Monash campuses in Australia for full-time undergraduate study.
Eligibility Requirements
- International student (non-Australian/New Zealand citizen or holder of permanent resident visa).
- Received a full Monash course offer with no conditions.
- Intend to enroll full-time in an undergraduate degree at a Monash campus in Australia.
Not eligible if:
- Current Monash student.
- Studying an Australian Year 12 (may be eligible for Sir John Monash Scholarship for Excellence instead).
- Commencing in the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (Honors) or Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD).
- Enrolled in Monash Pathway programs (e.g., Monash College, Monash University Foundation Year).
- Transferring from another Monash campus or applying to Monash from another Australian university.
[Monash Official Page](https://www.monash.edu/study/fees-scholarships/scholarships/find-a-scholarship/international-merit-5770)
For thorough eligibility and selection information, visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.