The Australian Catholic University (ACU) is known for its mission-driven research and global reputation as one of the world's top Catholic universities. The ACU Stipend Scholarship is funded by the university to support domestic and international candidates undertaking a Research Doctorate or Research Masters degree. These competitive scholarships are awarded following a merit-based selection process to candidates demonstrating strong academic credentials and research potential.

SUMMARY

• Host Country: Australia
• Host Organizer: Australian Catholic University (ACU)
• Degree Level: Master's and PhD (Research Masters and Research Doctorate)
• Deadline: October 1, 2026 (Round 2)

DETAILED INFORMATION

Benefits 

• A stipend scholarship of AUD $34,315 per annum (full-time, 2026 value, indexed annually).
• A full fee offset (tuition coverage) valued at approximately AUD $34,728 per annum.
• A single Overseas Student Health Care Policy (OSHC) and a relocation allowance of up to AUD $2,000 for international applicants.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be domestic or overseas students enrolled (or enrolling) in an accredited research higher degree at ACU.
• The applicant's proposed research must align with any of ACU's broad areas of expertise.
• Candidates must possess strong academic credentials and demonstrate high research potential.

Required Documents

• Completed scholarship application form.
• Supporting academic and research documentation (as specified in the application portal for the chosen research degree).

How to Apply

• Future students: Apply for the scholarship as part of the standard application process for a research degree at ACU.
• Current students: Download the scholarship application form from the Student Portal and submit it along with the required supporting documentation to the Graduate Research School via email.
• Choose your research degree HERE to apply. 

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