Scholarships for international students
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- Applications open
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Applications will reopen in 2027
- Applications close
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1 February 2026
- Value
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Tuition fees + other benefits
- Eligibility
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Chinese citizens studying a PhD at RMIT
- Sponsored by
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China Scholarship Council and RMIT
Overview
The China Scholarship Council – RMIT Joint Funding Program is only available to citizens of the People’s Republic of China wishing to study a PhD at RMIT.
Value and benefits
For 2026 commencement this scholarship provides:
- A joint tuition fee scholarship from RMIT and a top-up living allowance scholarship, China Scholarship Council (CSC) Living Allowance that includes Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), one time return international airfare and visa application fees.
- Total stipend amount: AU$35,886 (2025 Research Training Program stipend rate may vary year on year subject to indexation).
Eligibility for the scholarship
Eligibility
In order to qualify for this scholarship you must:
- Be a citizen of the People's Republic of China
- Have an offer for a PhD program at RMIT
- Commence full-time enrolment as an onshore international student.
How to apply
There is a two-stage application process. The closing date for CSC applications to RMIT is 1 February 2026.
Stage 1: Apply to RMIT
Submit an application to RMIT University. Only STEM programs are currently available to CSC applicants. Please note that this is a two-stage application process, consisting of an Expression of Interest (EOI) followed by a full application.
We recommend applying early, as processing times typically range from 8 to 12 weeks. Indicate that you have applied for, or plan to apply for, a China Scholarship Council scholarship.
Stage 2: Apply to the CSC
Once you have received an offer from RMIT University, you will need to apply separately to the CSC. You should follow the CSC guidelines and apply online for the living allowance scholarship. RMIT’s offer will need to be included with the CSC application.
When will I know the outcome?
The China Scholarship Council (CSC) usually notifies applicants of the outcome of living allowance scholarship applications at the end of May for commencement no later than the 31 December in the following year.
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