The Graduate School Scholarships (UQGSS) 2025, including the prestigious Research Training Program (RTP), are now open for future and current University of Queensland (UQ) students pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master of Philosophy (MPhil), or a research-focused professional doctorate. These scholarships provide essential financial support for high-achieving students to focus on their research without financial stress.
Details of the UQGSS 2025 Scholarship
- Enrolment status: Future UQ students, Current UQ students
- Student type: Domestic & International
- Study level: Postgraduate Research (HDR)
- Study area: All study areas
- Scholarship focus: Academic Excellence
- Funding type: Living stipend, Tuition fees.
Scholarship Value
Successful recipients will receive:
- Living Stipend: $36,400 per annum (2025 rate), tax-free and indexed annually
- Tuition Fees: Full coverage for the duration of the degree
- Health Insurance: Single Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the UQGSS 2025, applicants must:
- Be nominated by an enrolling school or institute at UQ
- Meet all admission conditions for a Higher Degree by Research (HDR)
- Not hold another scholarship or living allowance exceeding 75% of the RTP rate
Application Deadlines
Here are the application dates for domestic and international applicants:
Domestic Applicants (2025 Round 2)
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- Applications Open: Monday, 31 March 2025
- Application Deadline: Sunday, 18 May 2025
- Outcome Notification: Thursday, 11 September 2025
- Acceptance Due: Sunday, 5 October 2025.
International Applicants (2026 Round)
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- Start Dates: RQ1, RQ2, RQ3, or RQ4 in 2026
- Applications Open: Monday, 31 March 2025
- Application Deadline: Sunday, 18 May 2025
- Outcome Notification: Thursday, 11 September 2025
- Acceptance Due: Sunday, 5 October 2025.
Apply: https://scholarships.uq.edu.au/scholarship/graduate-school-scholarships-uqgss-%E2%80%93-includes-rtp.