Griffith University Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship 2026

About the Scholarship

The Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship is one of Griffith University's most prestigious awards for international students. It is designed to support exceptional students beginning undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees. The scholarship covers 50% of tuition fees for the duration of the degree, provided students continue to meet the academic requirements.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants receive:

• 50% reduction in tuition fees

• Funding for the entire duration of the degree

• Recognition as a high-achieving international student

• Access to Griffith University's academic and professional opportunities

• Opportunity to study in Australia with significantly reduced costs

Eligibility Requirements

To apply, you must:

• Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand

• Be a new international student commencing studies

• Have received an offer from Griffith University before the scholarship deadline

• Have a minimum GPA equivalent to 6.0 on a 7-point scale

• Meet all academic and English-language entry requirements

• Be enrolled full-time in an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program

Excluded Programs

The scholarship does not cover:

• PhD and Higher Degree Research programs

• Online programs

• Diploma programs

• Study Abroad programs

• English language programs

• MBA (specific program code 5158)

• Certain partner-delivered programs

Application Process

1. Apply for an eligible Griffith University degree.

2. Receive a Letter of Offer.

3. Submit the scholarship application.

4. Upload:

   • Academic transcripts

   • Personal statement

5. Applications are reviewed by a university selection panel.

Key Dates

Trimester 2, 2026

• Apply by: 11 April 2026

• Results by: 29 April 2026

• Studies begin: 13 July 2026

Trimester 3, 2026

• Apply by: 15 August 2026

• Results by: 28 August 2026

• Studies begin: 2 November 2026

Trimester 1, 2027

• Apply by: 28 November 2026

• Results by: 11 December 2026

• Studies begin: 1 March 2027

Maintaining the Scholarship

To keep the scholarship throughout your degree, you must:

• Remain enrolled full-time

• Pass all courses

• Continue progressing through your program

• Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 5.5 out of 7.0

• Meet student visa requirements

What Makes a Strong Applicant?

The scholarship is competitive and limited in number. Successful applicants generally have:

• Excellent academic results

• A strong personal statement

• Evidence of leadership or achievement

• Clear goals showing how Griffith University fits their future plans