For current or former refugee students studying an associate or bachelor's degree; worth up to $50,000.
This scholarship provides $10,000 per year for the standard duration of program.
To be eligible for this scholarship you must:
The link to the application form will be provided here once applications open.
Depending on your circumstances, you will need to provide different types of evidence and material to support your scholarship application. Applications without supporting documents will not be considered.
You must provide evidence of your refugee status in Australia. You will need a copy of your current or former:
permanent humanitarian visa their Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa; or
Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) check; or
refugee documentation from the Department of Immigration and Border Protection/Department of Home Affairs.
Please visit Supporting Your Application for more information.
If you are shortlisted for the scholarship, you will be contacted to answer further application questions. Please check the email address you nominate in your scholarship application form at least twice per week. The questions are listed below to allow you time to prepare your answers in advance.
Find out more about applying for scholarships.
Applications are now closed.
Applications for 2025 are now closed.
View the Coursework Scholarships Office’s terms and conditions (PDF, 698KB).
Find out how to contact the Coursework Scholarships Office.
The scholarship application process is highly competitive with a limited number of scholarships available. Unfortunately, not all eligible applicants will receive one.
Only successful candidates will be notified via email to their RMIT student account.
For information about other financial assistance available to RMIT students, please speak to one of our Student Welfare Advisors.
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