University of Adelaide Global Academic Excellence Scholarships

The University of Adelaide Global Academic Excellence 50% Scholarships (International) is a highly competitive merit-based award for commencing international undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students demonstrating exceptional academic achievement. Recipients receive a 50% reduction in international tuition fees for the standard full-time duration of their chosen program at the University of Adelaide, as specified in their Offer of Admission. This scholarship applies to direct-entry students, including those undertaking a Pre-Enrolment English Program (PEP), and is available across most disciplines with some program exclusions detailed in the terms.

Eligibility is determined automatically during the program application process based on academic merit from the admission qualification. Applicants must meet minimum thresholds such as ATAR 99.9 for undergraduate or GPA 6.9/7.0 for postgraduate (or 6.8/7.0 for recent Australian studies), achieve unconditional admission, and apply before intake-specific closing dates. A Scholarship Selection Committee reviews eligible candidates, awarding up to 10 scholarships competitively per cycle. Successful applicants are notified in their Offer of Admission and must accept promptly while paying the required deposit. Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment, a minimum GPA of 6.0/7.0, and international student status to retain the award.

The scholarship does not cover additional fees like OSHC, living expenses, or extensions beyond the program duration, nor is it transferable or deferrable without approval. It is funded by the University of Adelaide and prioritizes citizens from select countries (Bangladesh, Colombia, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Vietnam) or onshore applicants with Australian qualifications. Full terms available in the 2025 PDF [University of Adelaide Scholarship Terms](https://international.adelaide.edu.au/content/dam/uoa/international/documents/2025-scholarship-docs/2025%20University%20of%20Adelaide%2050_%20Global%20Academic%20Excellence%20International%20Scholarship.pdf).

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