List of available scholarships for international students at Australian Catholic University (ACU)
The Indigenous Commonwealth Education Costs Scholarship (Indigenous-CECS) are intended to assist with education costs.
Published:October 17, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$11,020Deadline:February 6, 2026
The Freemasons Foundation Scholarship aims to support access to higher education for students from rural, regional and remote backgrounds.
Published:October 17, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$5,000Deadline:March 1, 2026
Established in 2016 by ACU Vice Chancellor, this scholarship honours Francis Xavier Conaci, a young Aboriginal scholar who joined the Benedictines and travelled to Rome for his education. This scholarship will assist Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students to undertake study at the
Published:October 13, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$4,000Deadline:March 1, 2026
The ACU Sport and Exercise Science Scholarships are for those who plan to study an honours program at ACU after completing their bachelor's degree either at ACU or at another institute. This scholarship supports students as they learn research skills from some of ACU’s most accomplished re
Published:October 13, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:Up to $10,000Deadline:November 7, 2025
Established in 2016, this scholarship supports international refugee or asylum seeker students who have faced significant barriers to accessing higher education. It aims to ease financial pressure and help recipients thrive in their studies by providing ongoing support.
Published:October 8, 2025Type:UndergraduateDeadline:January 11, 2026
Established as an ACT Government initiative, these placement support grants provide financial assistance to domestic students in nursing or allied health courses, undertaking compulsory clinical placements.
Published:October 7, 2025Type:Masters , PhDValue:$500 to $1,000Deadline:October 14, 2025
The ACU Biomedical Science Scholarships are for those who plan to study an honours program at ACU after completing their bachelor's degree either at ACU or at another institute. This scholarship supports students as they learn research skills from some of ACU’s most accomplished researcher
Published:October 7, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$10,000Deadline:November 7, 2025
The ACU Arts, Theology & Philosophy Honours Scholarships are for those who plan to study an honours program at ACU after completing their bachelor's degree either at ACU or at another institute. This scholarship supports students as they learn research skills from some of ACU’s most ac
Published:October 7, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$10,000Deadline:November 7, 2025
Australian Catholic University (ACU) is offering one full-time PhD scholarship to examine the implementation of STEM education reforms in Global South through the lens of policy and curriculum reforms.
Published:September 26, 2025Type:PhDValue:A$33,511 p.a.Deadline:October 1, 2025
The Vice-Chancellor's PhD Excellence Scholarships support commencing international PhD candidates-either Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Ministry-who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement in prior studies.
Published:September 26, 2025Type:PhDValue:$33,511* per annumDeadline:October 1, 2025
Established in 2007 by the George Alexander Foundation (GAF), founded by the late industrialist and philanthropist George Alexander AM, for the purpose of assisting outstanding students, especially those demonstrating exceptional leadership potential and community participation, particularly those f
Published:September 11, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$25,000Deadline:March 1, 2026
As a dedication to continue the vision and legacy of Edmund Rice and the Christian Brothers, a fundraising campaign was initiated in 2011 by Br Dan Stewart, and as a result, a scholarship in perpetuity was established.
Published:September 11, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$4,500Deadline:March 1, 2026
Established by Dr Robert and Mrs Margaret Frater to recognise and reward those teachers within Catholic primary schools who display leadership qualities and commitment, and who will contribute to the continuing development and enhancement of the school system, through participation in an internation
Published:August 30, 2025Type:Masters , PhDValue:$10,000Deadline:March 1, 2026
Established in 1994 as a tangible memorial to the life and contribution of Anne Lyons (nee Byrne), a scholar, wife and teacher who died of cancer in 1987 at the age of 42 and whose prevailing passion was the study and pursuit of social justice in Australia. The Scholarship is intended to financially
Published:August 30, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$6,000Deadline:March 1, 2026
Emeritus Professor Ellen Maev O’Collins established this endowed scholarship in 2015 to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students undertaking health sciences and social work studies.
Published:August 27, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$3,500Deadline:March 1, 2026
This grant supports students needing immediate assistance whose financial situation affects their ability to continue their studies. This grant has been made possible through a combination of donations from ACU staff, alumni, and external donors allowing ACU to provide urgent support for our student
Published:August 27, 2025Type:GrantsValue:$100-$1000Deadline:November 30, 2025
Established in 2014 by the senior students of St Joseph’s College, Gregory Terrace, to support students undertaking undergraduate studies at the Australian Catholic University, Brisbane campus, this scholarship has been created to develop a better world for all with a commitment to the common
Published:August 26, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$5,000Deadline:March 1, 2026
St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne has been providing compassionate health care for more than 75 years. This Scholarship was established in 2010 to create opportunities for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students studying at the Melbourne or Ballarat campus to pursue studies in nurs
Published:August 26, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$15,000Deadline:March 1, 2026
The scholarship is intended to be a gesture of support for Occupational Therapy students on ACU Melbourne's St Patrick's campus and is particularly for individuals who have faced practical challenges accessing higher education.
Published:August 25, 2025Type:UndergraduateValue:$5,000Deadline:March 1, 2026
Established by the Presentation Sisters, Queensland Congregation, to commemorate and honour the work of their founder Nano Nagle. Members of the Order have become aware of the injustices perpetrated against the traditional owners of the land and therefore have begun to be involved in the Aboriginal
Published:August 25, 2025Type:Masters , PhD , UndergraduateValue:$4,000Deadline:March 1, 2026
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