Deakin’s prestigious Vice-Chancellor’s Academic Excellence Scholarship is awarded each year to 26 eligible undergraduate students whose exceptional academic achievements and extra-curricular activities truly set them apart.
Benefits
- 100% of your student contribution (tuition fees).
- 100% of your Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF).
- A cash payment of $5000 per year ($625 per credit point).
Requirements
- An Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or holder of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa
- Commencing at Deakin University in an undergraduate bachelor degree in Trimester/Semester 1 2025
- Enrolled full time unless there are exceptional circumstances preventing full-time study
- Enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place (CSP).
You must be able to demonstrate academic achievement in one of the following:
- an ATAR of at least 95Â or International Baccalaureate equivalent
- dux of your high school.
Consideration will be given to:
- your extra-curricular activities and achievements, for example in the areas of leadership, community service, the arts, volunteering or sport
- students experiencing personal or financial hardship.
Application Documents
As part of the application process you are required to upload supporting documentation by the various round closing dates listed above.
Make sure you choose the correct document type when you upload your documents as it will make a difference. If your documents are uploaded into the incorrect type they will not be considered when assessing your application. Remember it is quality, not quantity, you need to provide.
Aim to provide documents which are current, relevant and concise.
The supporting documentation required includes:
- Evidence of your leadership activities or community service achievement
- Evidence of your sporting or other achievements.
Method of Application
Click Here to Apply
How to write a successful application:
Applying for a scholarship isn’t just about meeting the eligibility criteria.
It’s a good idea to think about why you want a scholarship, it’s your opportunity to stand out and be recognised for where you’ve come from and where you want to go.
One application multiple scholarships:
When applying direct to Deakin for this scholarship, select the ‘Undergraduate Scholarship Application Tri/Sem 1 2025‘ option and, if eligible, your application will automatically be considered for this scholarship. At the same time your application will also be considered for all other scholarships that you are eligible for in the selection process.
This reduces the number of scholarships you have to apply for and increases your chances of receiving a Deakin scholarship.
The scholarship application process is highly competitive with a limited number of scholarships available. Unfortunately, not all eligible applicants will receive one.
For More Information,
Application Deadline: January 7, 2025.
