Applications are now open for UNSW Scholarships for International Students 2026 in Australia. These scholarships include both fully funded and partial funded options for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney). Students can receive benefits such as full tuition fee coverage, up to $20,000 per year, $10,000 or $5,000 awards, or a 20% tuition fee reduction for the duration of the program.
The scholarships are open to international students from eligible countries who are starting their studies in 2026 or 2027. Some scholarships require a separate application, while others are automatically awarded after receiving an admission offer. There is no separate application fee for most awards.
Key Details:
- Host Country: Australia
- University: University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney)
- Degree Level: Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded and Partial Funded
- Scholarship Value: Full tuition fee, $20,000/year, $10,000, $5,000, or 20% fee reduction
- Application Mode: Some require application, some are automatic
- Application Fee: No separate scholarship fee
- Eligible Students: International students
- Eligible Countries: Eligible Countries Only
- Intake: Term 3, 2026 (some awards also for 2027)
- Main Deadline: 18 June 2026
What This Scholarship Offers:
- Full tuition fee coverage for selected top scholarships (OR)
- Up to $20,000 per year to reduce tuition costs (OR)
- $10,000 and $5,000 financial support awards (OR)
- 20% tuition fee reduction for the full program duration
- Financial support across multiple years of study
- Opportunity to study at a top-ranked university in Australia
- Access to world-class education and career opportunities
- Chance to combine some scholarships for greater benefits
- Reduced financial burden for international students
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be an international student
- Must be a citizen of an eligible country
- Must receive an offer of admission from UNSW
- Must start full-time undergraduate or postgraduate coursework study
- Must meet academic and English language requirements
- Must not be a current UNSW student (some exceptions apply)
Note:
- Some scholarships are program-specific (Business, Law, Engineering, etc.)
- Some require strong academic merit and extra achievements
- Certain programs like UNSW Online, UNSW Canberra, and AGSM are not eligible
Programs Available:
- Engineering
- Business
- Law
- Science
- Environmental Studies
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Arts and Social Sciences
- Architecture
- Medicine
- Public Health
- Education
- Built Environment
- Economics
- Finance
Types of Scholarships Available:
Fully Funded & High-Value Scholarships
- International Scientia Coursework Scholarship
- Full tuition fee OR $20,000 per year
Partial Scholarships (High Value):
- UNSW Law & Justice International Award
- $10,000 for 1 year
- UNSW Business School International Pathways Award
- $15,000 for 1 year
Partial Scholarships (General):
- UNSW Business School International Scholarship
- $5,000 for program duration
- Australia’s Global University Award
- $10,000 for 1 year
- UNSW College Award
- $10,000 for 1 year
Specialized Scholarships
- UNSW Master of Laws Scholarship
- $20,000 for 1 year
- UNSW Articulation Scholarships
- $5,000 per year
Automatic Award
- UNSW International Student Award
- 20% tuition fee reduction for full duration
Required Documents:
- Academic transcripts
- Passport copy
- Admission offer letter
- English language certificate (if required)
- Supporting documents for achievements (if applying for competitive scholarships)
How to Apply:
- Choose your desired program at UNSW
- Apply for admission through the official university portal
- Receive your offer letter
- Apply separately for scholarships that require an application
- For automatic scholarships, no extra step is needed
- Submit all required documents before the deadline
Important Notes:
- Some scholarships are highly competitive
- Meeting eligibility does not guarantee selection
- Scholarships may not be combined in all cases
- Late applications are not accepted
- Always check program-specific requirements before applying
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