Scholarships for International Students at Macquarie University for 2025/26 Session

Founded in 1964, Macquarie University was a daring attempt at higher education. The university was built to defy convention and collaborate with industry, striving for the remarkable by pushing convention and accepting alternative viewpoints.

Macquarie has numerous scholarship options. While most focus more on social inclusion and equity, others honor accomplishments like superiority in sports and academics. The undergraduate and graduate scholarships and awards benefit individuals from various backgrounds, both domestically and internationally.

Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship

The Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship (VCIS) is given to international students for their outstanding academic performance. Talented individuals wishing to study for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree at Macquarie University are given this extremely competitive scholarship, which is granted based on academic achievement. This scholarship applies to all courses and gives up to $10,000 towards your tuition fees.

Award Value: $10,000

Applicable Course: All

Duration: The duration of the desired course program

Timeline: Open all year round

Study level: Undergraduate and Postgraduate 

Eligibility 

To qualify for this scholarship, you must be a full-time international student starting coursework toward an undergraduate or graduate degree (graduate certificates excluded) and fulfil the requirements listed below:

• For undergraduate admissions, attain a minimum ATAR of 85; for postgraduate applications, reach a minimum WAM equivalent of 65. 
• Start your study in the year and session specified in your offer letter for the scholarship.

English Language Requirements 

Macquarie University expects candidates to demonstrate that their English language skills are adequate for the linguistic demands of their proposed course of study. The university accepts a variety of proofs to verify your English language proficiency. This could include:

• An authorized English language proficiency exam
• A recognized qualification taught in English and an approved foundation program
• Macquarie University College’s English Language Programme (ELP)
• Other authorized English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programs 
• Other certified proof considered to meet basic standards

Here are the English language proficiency exams that Macquarie University accepts:

• IELTS Academic
• PTE Academic 
• TOEFL iBT
• C1A
• C2P
• OET

How To Apply

To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates must fill out a scholarship application form with a current offer letter from Macquarie University.

• Candidates must complete an online application for the course. Upon processing your course application, you will obtain a Macquarie University Student Number, which is required to submit the online scholarship application.
• Candidates must complete an online scholarship application and include “VCIS” in the area labeled “Scholarship Name.

Women in Management and Finance Scholarship

The Macquarie University Women in Management and Finance Scholarship honors female students who perform academically. It is a competitive scholarship for students with outstanding qualifications and academic merit. This scholarship helps qualified students pursue knowledge and seeks to inspire them to realize their full potential. This scholarship is worth $15,000 for the duration of your Master’s studies ($7,500 per session).

Award Value: $15,000

Applicable Course: Master of Management and Master of Business Administration 

Duration: The whole duration of the course program

Timeline: Open year round

Study Level: Postgraduate 

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must enrol full-time as an international student starting a suitable postgraduate program on campus and fulfil the following requirements:

• Be a female
• Be a national of one of the following countries: Greater China, the United States, Canada, the African, Latin American, or ASEAN regions. 
• Hold a complete offer for one of the applicable courses.
• Achieve a minimum WAM of 65 or above when applying for postgraduate courses.
• Start studying in the year and session specified in your offer letter for the scholarship.
• Unless specified differently by the Scholarship Committee, the student must not have been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship for the degree from Macquarie University or another organization.

How to Apply

To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates must complete an application form and have a current offer letter from Macquarie University.