Australia Awards Scholarships Apply Online 2026
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
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**Check Eligibility and Country Profile**: Before applying, thoroughly review the general eligibility criteria and your specific country's profile on the official Australia Awards website for tailored requirements, priority fields of study, and document needs.
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**Note Application Dates**: Applications for the 2027 intake opened on 1 February 2026 (9am AEDT) and will close on 30 April 2026 (2pm AEST). Ensure you check your country-specific deadlines, as they may vary.
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**Register on OASIS**: Create a profile on the Online Australia Awards Scholarships Information System (OASIS) portal, which is the primary platform for application submission.
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**Prepare Documents**: Gather all required supporting documents, including academic transcripts/certificates, CV, English proficiency test results, birth certificate, passport/ID, and any country-specific documents. Ensure all necessary documents are certified as per guidelines.
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**Complete Application Form**: Fill out the online application form on OASIS, providing personal details, contact information, employment history, and carefully craft your supporting statement, including your Development Impact and Linkages Plan (DILP).
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**Submit Application**: Submit your completed application through the OASIS portal before the specified deadline. It is highly recommended to submit well in advance of the closing date (e.g., by mid-April) to avoid potential technical issues due to heavy traffic.
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**AI Usage Policy**: Note that while basic tasks like spelling, grammar checks, and organizing ideas are allowed, using AI to write, improve, or paraphrase your application essays is strictly prohibited and may lead to disqualification. All responses must be your own original work.
FAQs for Australia Awards Scholarships
Q.What does the Australia Awards Scholarship cover?
The scholarship is fully funded and provides comprehensive coverage including full tuition fees, return air travel, an establishment allowance, a fortnightly living expenses stipend (Contribution to Living Expenses - CLE), Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), Introductory Academic Program (IAP) fees, and Pre-course English (PCE) fees if necessary. It may also cover supplementary academic support and fieldwork expenses for eligible research students.
Q.Do I need to contact Australian universities directly for admission?
No, applicants do not need to contact Australian universities directly when applying for an Australia Awards Scholarship. If you are selected for a scholarship, the Country teams will manage the placement and admission processes with the institutions on your behalf. You should only contact institutions if you need general information about courses, entry requirements, or academic structures.
Q.Am I allowed to stay in Australia after completing my scholarship?
No, a condition of the Australia Awards Scholarship is that recipients must sign a contract agreeing to return to their home country for a minimum of two years after completing their scholarship. This is to ensure they contribute to their country's development.
Q.What fields of study are eligible for the scholarship?
Australia Awards Scholarships support study programs that are directly related to your home country's priority areas for development. These specific priority areas are listed on the participating country profiles available on the Australia Awards website. Training in areas related to flying aircraft (though Aviation Management is available), nuclear technology, or military training is not covered.