The 2025 University of Newcastle Excellence Scholarship

The 2025 University of Newcastle Excellence Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for high-performing international students to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in Australia. Here’s a summary and step-by-step guide for the application process:

Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: Australia
• Eligible Degrees: Undergraduate and Postgraduate coursework
• Scholarship Value: AUD $6,000 annually (up to AUD $24,000 for a 4-year degree)
• Eligible Candidates: International full-fee paying students
• Deadline: March 5, 2025

Eligibility Requirements

1. International Student Status: Must be a full-fee paying international student.
2. Program Enrollment: Enroll in an eligible CRICOS-registered undergraduate or postgraduate degree.
3. No Other Scholarships: Cannot hold another University of Newcastle scholarship unless special approval is granted.
4. Financial Ability: Meet the financial obligations of an international student as per Australian Government requirements.

Application Process

1. Apply for Admission:
   • Submit an application for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program at the University of Newcastle.
   • Eligible programs are CRICOS-registered priority programs listed on the university’s website.
2. Automatic Consideration:
   • Scholarships are awarded automatically to eligible students upon receiving an offer from the university.
   • There’s no separate application for the scholarship.
3. Review Scholarship Offer:
   • Check the Letter of Offer for scholarship details.
   • Review and accept the terms and conditions if you wish to accept the scholarship.
4. Academic Merit:
   • Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, as determined by ATAR and GPA evaluations.
5. Apply Here:
   Visit the official University of Newcastle Excellence Scholarship Application Page to start your application process.

Additional Information

• Scholarship Duration: Up to 4 academic years, depending on the length of the program.
• Value per Course: AUD $750 for every 10-unit course (part of the AUD $6,000 annual scholarship).
• Available Fields: All priority undergraduate and master’s programs registered with CRICOS.

Deadline

March 5, 2025