Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships
Macquarie University · All India
| Scheme Name | Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships |
| Provided By | Macquarie University |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
Comprehensive guide for Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships. Get eligibility details, stipend amounts, and registration instructions here.
Benefits & Financial Support
$10,000 (approx. ₹5.5 Lakh+)
The Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship (VCIS) provides a partial tuition fee scholarship of up to AUD $10,000 (approximately INR 5.7 lakh). For eligible Indian students, this is often combined with the India Early Acceptance Scholarship, which offers AUD $10,000 per year towards tuition fees. The maximum combined annual benefit for an Indian student in their first year, if awarded both, could be up to AUD $20,000 (approximately INR 11.58 lakh, using a conversion rate of 1 AUD = ~57.94 INR as implied by cited sources). Scholarship amounts are applied directly towards tuition fees. There is no information regarding Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-seeded accounts for this scholarship, as it is an Australian university scholarship.
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Nationality:Must be an international student (not a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, or hold permanent residency of Australia).
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Degree Level:Must be commencing an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree (excluding Graduate Certificates and Global MBA courses).
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Enrollment Status:Must be a full-time student.
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Academic & English Requirements:Must meet the academic and English language requirements for the chosen Macquarie University Bachelor's or Postgraduate Coursework Degree.
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Offer of Admission:Must hold a valid, full offer letter to study at Macquarie University.
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Commencement:Must commence study in the session and year indicated in the scholarship offer letter; commencement cannot be deferred.
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Other Scholarships:Not eligible if receiving another Macquarie University scholarship, unless approved by the scholarship team. Not eligible if currently enrolled at Macquarie University International College.
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Prior Study:Not eligible if you have completed the same level or a higher level of study previously.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Undergraduate, Masters |
| Course / Stream | Undergraduate, Masters |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Macquarie University Letter of Offer (for your chosen course)
- ✓Completed online scholarship application form
Selection Process
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Candidates for the Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship are selected based on academic merit and are awarded to future international students demonstrating academic excellence.
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Eligibility Criteria for Indian Students:
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Be a citizen of India.
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Be a full-time international student commencing an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree (excluding Graduate Certificates and Global MBA courses for VCIS, and specific programs for India Early Acceptance Scholarship).
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Meet the University's academic and English language requirements for the chosen course.
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Hold a full offer of admission for a Macquarie University Bachelor or Postgraduate Coursework Degree.
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Achieve a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) equivalent of 65 for Postgraduate applications.
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Achieve a minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) equivalent of 85 for Undergraduate applications (some specific India UG scholarships may require ATAR of 90).
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Accept the Letter of Offer and pay the commencement fee by the specified deadline.
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Not be a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, or hold permanent residency of Australia.
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Not be in receipt of another equivalent or major award or scholarship from Macquarie University, or a full-tuition government sponsorship/external scholarship (unless approved).
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Commence study in the session and year indicated in the scholarship offer letter.
Renewal Policy
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The Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship (VCIS) is generally a single, one-time scholarship and is not available to be renewed.
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However, the India Early Acceptance Scholarship, which can be combined with the VCIS for Indian students, is available for the full duration of an eligible Bachelor's or Master's coursework degree. To maintain eligibility for ongoing scholarship payments, students must:
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Remain enrolled throughout their course in a full-time study load (8 standard units per academic year).
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Meet the University's Academic Progression Policy.
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If a student withdraws from their program before completion, they may be required to repay any scholarship previously awarded based on the outcome decided by the scholarships and grants committee.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via the official portal. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Choose Your Course and Check Requirements
Identify your desired Bachelor's or Master's coursework degree program and ensure you meet its specific academic and English language entry requirements.
- 2Apply for Your Degree
Submit an online application for your chosen course directly to Macquarie University or through an authorized agent.
- 3Receive Offer and Student Number
If successful, you will receive a Letter of Offer for your degree program and a Macquarie University Student Number. Holding a full offer of admission is compulsory for scholarship application.
- 4Apply for the Scholarship
Complete the online scholarship application form. During this process, ensure you type "VCIS" in the Scholarship Name field. If applying for the India Undergraduate specific scholarship, use "VCIS-India UG".
- 5Accept Offer and Pay Fees
Accept your Letter of Offer and pay the required commencement fee by the deadline specified in your offer.
- 6Enrol and Commence Study
Enrol in your course and begin your studies in the session and year indicated in your scholarship offer letter. Commencement may not be deferred. Tracking Application Status: * You will receive acknowledgement once your course application assessment has commenced. * For general enquiries regarding your admission, enrolment, or scholarship application status, you can contact the International Admissions team or use the University's Service Connect Portal.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Can I defer my scholarship if I defer my course commencement?
No, the scholarship offer is generally tied to the commencement session and year indicated in your scholarship letter of offer, and commencement may not be deferred. If you defer your course, you may lose the scholarship and would need to reapply for any available scholarships for your new commencement date.
Can I hold other scholarships or government sponsorships along with the Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship?
Generally, you are not eligible for this scholarship if you are in receipt of another equivalent or major award or scholarship from Macquarie University. Furthermore, if you hold a full-tuition government sponsorship or external scholarship, you may not be eligible unless approved by the Macquarie University Scholarship Team.
What does the scholarship cover besides tuition fees, such as living expenses or visa costs?
The Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship and the India Early Acceptance Scholarship primarily provide a tuition fee offset. They generally do NOT provide financial support for living allowances, visa application costs, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), airfares, accommodation, conferences, or other costs associated with study. Students are responsible for these additional expenses.
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