RMIT funded scholarships

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RMIT funded scholarships

RMIT offers a range of scholarships to commencing international students across all fields of study.

Find a scholarship

Scholarships can help with all kinds of study costs such as textbooks, fees, accommodation and living expenses.

While many of the scholarships consider academic achievement, there are also scholarships awarded based on what you are studying, where you are from or your personal circumstances.

RMIT scholarships by country or region

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Medibank Student Success Grant

Medibank is the preferred OSHC provider for RMIT international students. This grant is available to international students which can contribute towards your cost of living.

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Foundation Academic Scholarships

This scholarship provides financial assistance to high achieving Foundation Studies international students.

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Fast Track University Pathway Academic Scholarships

This scholarship provides financial assistance to high achieving Fast Track University Pathway international students.

Higher degree by research

Commencing international Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students can apply for RMIT RMIT HDR Scholarships and Research Scholarships offered at a School or College level.

Applicants completing high school studies

If you are an international student and:

  • Studying an Australian Year 12 or International Baccalaureate in Australia
    and
  • Receive an offer from RMIT for an Associate or Undergraduate degree.

You are eligible to apply for the following scholarships:

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Medibank High Achiever International Scholarship

Medibank is the preferred OSHC provider for RMIT international students. This scholarship is available to international students studying Australian Year 12 or International Baccalaureate in Australia

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Medibank Excellence Scholarship

Medibank is the preferred OSHC provider for RMIT international students. This scholarship is available to international students studying Australian Year 12 or International Baccalaureate in Australia

Citizens of countries in Africa residing in Australia

If you are an international student living in Autralia and:

  • A citizen of countries in Africa.

You may be eligible to apply for the:

Citizens of China residing in Australia

If you are an international student living in Australia and:

  • A citizen of the People’s Republic of China (including Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR).

You may be eligible to apply for:

English to Foundation Studies/Fast Track Pathway Bursary

If you plan to study an English language pathway to either an RMIT Foundation Studies or Fast Track program in 2026, you may qualify for our English to Foundation Studies/Fast Track Pathway Bursary.

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School of Education Academic Merit Scholarship for China

This scholarship supports outstanding students from China to pursue their academic goals in education or teaching discipline at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia.

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Pathway Scholarship for China

This scholarship supports students from China to study a Bachelor program at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia.

Student, Ariel Lao

Academic Merit Scholarship

Empowering Southeast Asian students at RMIT University

Student, Ariel Lao

COBL Academic Merit Scholarships for Vietnam

This scholarship provides financial assistance to outstanding students from Vietnam

English to Foundation Studies/Fast Track Pathway Bursary

If you plan to study an English language pathway to either an RMIT Foundation Studies or Fast Track program in 2026, you may qualify for our English to Foundation Studies/Fast Track Pathway Bursary.

Student, Ariel Lao

RMIT Vietnam Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to RMIT Vietnam alumni who will commence Master by Coursework program at RMIT Australia.

RMIT English Language Bursary for Asia

If you are a citizen of Cambodia, Japan, Laos, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand or Vietnam this bursary provides a tuition fee discount on your English language course.

Current international students

Already studying at RMIT? Read our scholarship information for current international students.

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Need help?

If you need more help with your RMIT application and scholarship information, call +61399252000 or chat to our Study@RMIT team.

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