University of Adelaide – 2025 Global Academic Excellence 50% Scholarships (International)
Overview
The University of Adelaide 2025 Global Academic Excellence Scholarship is a prestigious and highly competitive award that provides a 50% reduction in international tuition fees for outstanding undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students. This scholarship is designed to reward students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance in their previous studies and are seeking to commence their studies at the University of Adelaide in 2025.
About the University of Adelaide
Established 143 years ago, the University of Adelaide was founded with a vision to create a society where education, rather than social status, determined leadership and opportunity. The institution has maintained a strong tradition of academic excellence and innovation, being the first university in Australia to grant degrees in science in 1882. With a long-standing reputation for excellence in teaching and research, the University of Adelaide continues to provide high-quality education that fosters intellectual curiosity and professional growth.
Scholarship Aim & Benefits
The primary aim of the Global Academic Excellence Scholarship is to recognize and support high-achieving international students by providing a 50% reduction in their tuition fees. This scholarship is entirely merit-based, meaning that eligibility and selection are determined by an applicant’s academic achievements in the qualification that forms the basis of their admission. The scholarship is designed to encourage top-performing students from around the world to pursue their academic and professional aspirations at the University of Adelaide.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must meet specific academic and nationality requirements. The scholarship is open to international students who are commencing an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree at the University of Adelaide in 2025. Direct entry applicants, including those required to undertake a Pre-Enrolment English Program (PEP) before starting their degree, are also eligible to apply.
In terms of nationality, the scholarship is specifically available to citizens of Vietnam, Taiwan, Colombia, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, provided they are enrolling as international students. Additionally, it is also open to students who have completed their most recent qualifications in Australia and meet the required academic merit.
The academic requirements for eligibility are as follows:
Undergraduate applicants must have a minimum ATAR score of 99.9 or an equivalent high-ranking academic score.
Postgraduate applicants must have a minimum GPA of 6.9 on a 7.0 scale (or an equivalent score) to be eligible.
Applicants who have previously studied at the University of Adelaide or at another Australian university must have a minimum GPA of 6.8 on a 7.0 scale to qualify.
Applicants who meet these minimum academic thresholds will be assessed by the Scholarship Selection Committee, which will determine the final list of scholarship recipients.
Selection & Application Process
The University of Adelaide Global Academic Excellence Scholarship follows a structured selection process based on academic merit and eligibility. During the admission process, applicants who meet the required academic standards will automatically be considered for the scholarship, provided they have submitted their application before the specified deadlines.
The Scholarship Selection Committee will then conduct a thorough review of all eligible applications, ensuring that only the most outstanding students are selected to receive the 50% tuition fee reduction.
Application Deadlines
To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must submit their admission application before the respective deadlines:
Trimester 1 & Semester 1, 2025: November 30, 2024
Trimester 2, 2025: February 28, 2025
Trimester 3 & Semester 2, 2025: May 31, 2025
Required Documents for Application
Applicants must submit a comprehensive set of supporting documents as part of their application process. These documents include:
Academic transcripts and graduation certificates for all secondary school and tertiary studies (original language versions with certified English translations).
Official English language proficiency test results from IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson, or Cambridge CAE/CPE (if applicable).
Syllabus of subjects studied (only required for applicants seeking advanced standing or credit transfer).
Documentation of any professional qualifications or memberships (if relevant).
A copy of the applicant’s passport and visa (if applicable).
By meeting these requirements and submitting all necessary documentation before the deadline, applicants will maximize their chances of securing this highly prestigious and financially rewarding scholarship at the University of Adelaide.
