The Vice-Chancellor International Excellence Scholarship offers a 50% tuition fee reduction for eligible new international students demonstrating Charles Sturt University values and community contributions. Applications are open until 11:59pm on 30 June 2026 and are available for commencing students, covering the entire duration of their course.
Application Deadline:
- 30 June 2026, 11:59 PM (AEST)
Tell Me About The Award:
The Vice-Chancellor International Excellence Scholarship 2026 is offered by Charles Sturt University (CSU), Australia to outstanding new international students commencing in 2026. It recognizes applicants who excel academically and demonstrate strong community involvement. The scholarship provides a 50% tuition fee reduction for the entire duration of the enrolled course, reflecting CSU’s commitment to both academic merit and character.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
Eligible courses include:
- Agricultural & Wine Sciences (Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Science, Animal Science, Equine Science, Agricultural Science Masters)
- Allied Health (Paramedicine)
- Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering Honours)
- Environmental Science & Outdoor Recreation
- Nursing, Midwifery & Indigenous Health (Bachelor of Nursing)
- Pharmacy (Bachelor of Pharmacy)
- Radiography (Medical Radiation Science – Diagnostic Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy)
- Rehabilitation & Complementary Therapies (Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy)
- Business (Accounting, Business, Business Studies, Professional Accounting, Business Data Analytics, Project Management & Leadership)
- Communication (Bachelor of Communication with specialisations)
- Information Technology & Computing (IT degrees, Professional IT Masters)
- Psychology & Social Science (Bachelor of Psychology, Bachelor of Social Science Psychology)
Type:
- University Scholarship | 50% Tuition Fee Reduction.
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be new commencing international students in 2026.
- Study in internal/on-campus mode at CSU campuses (Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Melbourne, Orange, Port Macquarie, Sydney, Wagga Wagga).
- Achieve an academic entry score of 80% or higher in previous studies.
- Hold an unconditional offer for an eligible CSU course.
- Provide evidence of community involvement and commitment to contributing to CSU’s community.
- Apply using their own email address (applications via agents’ emails are not accepted).
How are Applicants Selected?
- Competitive selection based on academic merit (≥80%) and community involvement.
- Applicants must submit essays demonstrating their contributions and values.
- Only new commencing students are eligible (not continuing or transferring students).
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- All international students (non-Australian citizens).
Where will the Award be Taken?
- Charles Sturt University campuses in Australia (regional and metropolitan).
How Many Awards?
- Not specified (competitive selection; multiple awards available).
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- 50% tuition fee reduction for the entire duration of the enrolled course.
- Applied directly to tuition costs (no reapplication required each semester).
- Significant financial relief compared to standard international tuition fees.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- For the full duration of the enrolled course (undergraduate or postgraduate).
How to Apply:
- Apply for admission to an eligible CSU course.
- Receive an unconditional offer.
- Submit the scholarship application via the CSU scholarship portal.
- Provide essays and evidence of community involvement.
- Apply before 30 June 2026.
