Location: Australia
Program: Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degrees
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: Full duration of the course
Deadline: 17 May 2026
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The La Trobe University Vice Chancellor Scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship offered by La Trobe University, designed to recognise and support exceptional international students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement not only in academics but also in extracurricular activities, sports, and community engagement. The scholarship provides a reduction of either 50% or 100% off the total course tuition fees, applied as a discount for each subject undertaken throughout the full duration of the recipient’s course. Unlike automatic scholarships, applicants are required to submit a formal application and must already be in receipt of an offer letter from the university before being considered. Recipients are selected based on outstanding academic performance (minimum WAM of 80), English language proficiency, and a written statement of no more than 250 words.
La Trobe University is a leading public research university in Australia, founded in 1967 and headquartered in Melbourne, Victoria, with campuses across Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, City, Mildura, and Shepparton. The university is globally recognised for its strength in science, technology, engineering, health, and humanities, and is particularly noted for its leadership in artificial intelligence, data science, and sustainability research. Through the Vice Chancellor Scholarship, recipients become part of a vibrant, innovative, and globally connected university community, and are welcomed into the La Trobe University student ambassador program, where they develop the leadership skills and professional networks needed to shape the future in their chosen fields.
Benefits of the Scholarship
This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:
- 50% or 100% reduction in total annual tuition fees for the full duration of the course
- Scholarship applied as a direct discount to tuition fees for each subject undertaken throughout the course
- Tuition credit begins from the second semester of enrolment
- Opportunity to develop leadership skills and build a globally connected professional network
- Other benefits
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:
- Must be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand
- Must not be a humanitarian or other permanent visa holder
- Must be a full fee-paying student (non-sponsored)
- Must be applying for direct entry into one of the eligible courses; other students are not eligible
- Must commence studies at any of the La Trobe University Victorian campuses in 2026
- Must meet the University’s English language requirements and all other conditions stated on the Offer Letter
- Must obtain an offer letter before selection for the scholarship (exceptions must be approved by La Trobe University)
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements.
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Selection Criteria
Selection is not automatic and requires a formal application. Eligible applicants must submit an application for their desired course and intake and be in receipt of an offer before being considered. Recipients are selected by La Trobe University based on outstanding academic performance (minimum WAM of 80), English language proficiency, and the written statement submitted in the application form. After the application deadline, applicants are ranked and shortlisted by WAM. Shortlisted candidates are then invited to a final selection round and may be asked to provide further information, attend an interview, or submit a video. The final number of successful candidates is determined through a thorough evaluation process and confirmed by the university.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
