Federation Merit Scholarship

Federation University - All campuses
Amount
20.0% of tuition
Auto applied
Yes
Last updated
March 4, 2026
Source
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Overview

The Federation Merit Scholarship offers international students a valuable opportunity to receive a 20% tuition fee discount based on academic merit when enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees at Federation University. This scholarship supports new commencing students in 2026 who demonstrate strong academic performance, helping to make higher education more accessible and affordable.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be an international student (excluding study abroad, exchange, or online students)
  • Enrolling as a new commencing student in 2026 at Federation University
  • Hold a valid visa allowing study in Australia
  • Achieved an average of at least 75% (or equivalent) in previous studies used for admission
  • Enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree at Federation University

Scholarship Value and Duration

  • Covers 20% off tuition fees for each enrolled unit per semester
  • Initially awarded for two semesters
  • Continuation beyond two semesters requires maintaining a GPA of at least 5 at the specified study location
  • Scholarship is non-refundable and cannot be converted to cash
  • Not transferable or deferrable to future calendar years

Conditions and Important Notes

  • Automatic assessment by the International Admissions team upon receiving an offer; no separate application required
  • Scholarship reinstated if compassionate or compelling leave is approved for a semester
  • Withdrawal from the course results in forfeiture of the scholarship
  • Loss of eligibility in the third or subsequent semesters means no future reconsideration for the scholarship
  • Federation University reserves the right to determine equivalency and validity of academic results and GPA calculations

Application Process

No separate application is necessary. Eligible international students will be automatically assessed for this scholarship when they receive their offer to study at Federation University.

This scholarship is ideal for international students seeking financial support through academic excellence at Federation University’s campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and Melbourne City. Check your eligibility and prepare to join a supportive academic community with reduced tuition fees. Apply now by securing your admission offer and meeting the academic requirements.

Eligible nationalities

All nationalities

Eligible program levels

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    Auto applied
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    Auto applied
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    Auto applied
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