Monash University invites ambitious domestic and international students to apply for the Monash Graduate Scholarship (MGS)—a prestigious award designed to support those undertaking Research Doctorate or Research Masters degrees.
Whether you’re a local or international applicant, the MGS is your opportunity to advance your research career with generous financial support and access to a world-class academic environment.
What You Can Get?
As a recipient of the Monash Graduate Scholarship (MGS), you will receive a generous annual living stipend of AUD $36,063 (2025 rate) to help cover your day-to-day expenses while pursuing your research. If you’re moving to Monash from another location, a relocation allowance may also be provided to assist with the costs of settling in.
International students may be eligible for a separate tuition fee scholarship, which can be bundled with the MGS to fully support both tuition and living costs. Beyond financial support, this scholarship opens doors to valuable networking opportunities with Monash alumni and industry professionals—giving you access to mentorship, career insights, and potential future collaborations./
Who Can Apply?
You must be one of the following:
- International student
- Australian national students
- Australian permanent residents
- New Zealand citizen students
- Australian humanitarian visa holders.
And meet the following:
- Monash’s competitive scholarship selection requirements
- Monash English language proficiency standards.
This scholarship is also available for Joint Research Awards where Monash is the home institution.
Selection Criteria
Monash Graduate Scholarships are highly competitive and assessed based on academic merit, research outputs, and prior research experience.
Application Deadlines
For those applying from outside Australia, international applicants must submit their applications by 31 August 2025 as part of Round 3. Meanwhile, domestic applicants, including Australian citizens, permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens, have until 31 October 2025 to apply under Round 4. Be sure to apply early to ensure you’re considered for this competitive scholarship.