Vice-Chancellor International Excellence Scholarship

Eligibility

AVAILABLE TO:

Open to eligible new commencing 2025 international applicants studying in internal/on-campus mode at Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Melbourne, Orange, Port Macquarie, Sydney or Wagga Wagga in the approved courses.

The scholarship is not available for continuing or transferring students. Applicants need to have achieved an academic entry score of 80 per cent of higher in their previous studies.

List of eligible courses

CONDITIONS:

Applicant must be an international applicant for an eligible course offered at Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Melbourne, Orange, Port Macquarie, Sydney or Wagga Wagga campus for an intake in 2025.

International Exchange and Study Abroad applicants are not eligible for this scholarship.

Provide evidence of:

• Community involvement and desire to be involved in the Charles Sturt community (you will need to write essays as part of the application).
• Applicant must hold an unconditional offer* for a Charles Sturt University course.

* Unconditional offer means that the applicant has met all of the conditions of their conditional offer including meeting the English Language Proficiency requirements, providing certified documentation, and passing the Genuine Student checks, etc. Please Note: For many countries applicants will be required to apply for admission via an approved Charles Sturt University Education Agent. Please see the list of approved Charles Sturt Agents

Guidelines

Who cannot apply?

• International students commencing an online mode course
• International students commencing a course at Charles Sturt University’s international partners
• International exchange students
• International students with an Australia Awards or Research Training Program (RTP) scholarship
• Continuing students

What should I include in my essays?

Here are the questions you'll be asked in the application form:

Personal statement Tell us what led you to choose the degree you are currently studying and why you think you should be awarded this scholarship? (max. 250 words)

Community involvement Please outline your community involvement and leadership positions. Explain how these experiences have shaped your values and influenced your decision to study at Charles Sturt University. (max. 250 words) Supply evidence (you'll be able to upload documents).

Additional information How do you think you will exemplify the Charles Sturt values? How would you like to get involved in the local community at Charles Sturt ie. there are plenty of opportunities to volunteer at annual events, volunteer at aged care homes, or work with the chamber of commerce or council in some sort of capacity (examples only – use your own experience, goals and research). (max 500 words)

Will I be notified that my application has been received?

Yes. You will be notified by email when your application has been successfully submitted.

Can I be awarded more than one scholarship?

Students awarded this scholarship will not be eligible for other Charles Sturt-funded tuition fee scholarships. For any queries, check with our friendly team at internationalclient@csu.edu.au.

How are applications assessed?

Successful applicants are selected after a series of shortlisting processes, including a review by Charles Sturt Global Engagement staff.

From the final shortlist of strong applicants, a panel of senior Charles Sturt staff will select the awardees.

There will be no appeals process.

Conditions of scholarship

Scholarship is conditional on the student maintaining satisfactory progression in the course (pass average). Students who transfer out of their selected campus location at any time will not continue to be awarded the scholarship.

Recipients are expected to become active members of the student body and accept to provide information, testimonials and be featured in Charles Sturt promotional materials. You will be required to participate in a number of activities/tasks to promote Charles Sturt University to the wider community:

Provide photographs of your experience to international marketing team for use in promotional and marketing items.

Submit an article about your experience to internal and external media groups.

Speak to internal and external media for interview purposes.

Post photos and/or updates through various Charles Sturt International social media pages.

You will also be required to sign a media release allowing your photos and images of you to be used for promotional and marketing purposes.

When will my scholarship be paid?

This scholarship is subject to the student maintaining satisfactory academic progress and continued enrolment in their course. If these conditions are not met, scholarships may be suspended or terminated.

As long as the criteria is met, the scholarship amount will be deducted from tuition fees at the commencement of each session.

Can I defer my scholarship offer?

You may be able to defer the scholarship, please check with the international admissions if you defer your offer.

Can my scholarship be suspended or terminated?

Yes, if you fail to meet the criteria for your scholarship.

Termination of a scholarship will occur if the recipient is excluded from their course, if the recipient withdraws or cancels their enrolment, if the recipient fails to maintain satisfactory grades over a prolonged period or has issues of serious misconduct Scholarships will also be terminated if the recipient transfers to another university or place of study.

Termination of the scholarship can occur if awardee doesn’t support the marketing activities described in the responsibilities section.

Can I apply for an Approved Leave of Absence (ALA)?

An approved Leave of Absence will not cause the end of the scholarship, ensure you notify your international student support officer that you are a scholarship awardee.

FAQ

When will I be notified of my application's outcome?

Applications for 2025 intakes are not open. Closing date and outcome to be confirmed.

What will happen after I am granted the scholarship?

You will need to accept your offer of study at the university. You may still be required to meet Genuine Student criteria, including financial capacity, and will need to make the appropriate fee deposit to the university to receive a e-COE.

How many scholarships are on offer?

Five scholarships are available for Session 1 2025.

Will I be considered as a commencing student if I am transferring from another Charles Sturt course or I am applying with advanced standing?

You will be eligible to apply for this scholarship if you commence into an approved course.

Tips on applying for a scholarship?

Pay close attention to scholarship application closing deadlines. Applications submitted past the deadline will not be considered. Ensure you have received an unconditional offer.

Always proofread your answers to the questions.

Keep a copy of everything you submit.

See the guidelines section for what to include in your 500-word essay.

What are my responsibilities if awarded a scholarship?

You will be required to participate in activities/tasks to promote Charles Sturt University to the wider community:

Provide photographs of your experience to international marketing team for use in promotional and marketing items.

Submit an article about your experience to internal and external media groups.

Speak to internal and external media for interview purposes.

Post photos and/or updates through various Charles Sturt International social media pages.

You will also be required to sign a media release allowing your photos and images of you to be used for promotional and marketing purposes.

Where can I get help?

If your question isn’t answered in the information provided on the website, please feel free to contact us at internationalclient@csu.edu.au for more information.

How to Apply

Eligible applicants with an unconditional offer or who have accepted their offer can apply online.

When will applications close?

Applications for 2025 will close on the 15 of November 2024.

Need more info?

Contact us at internationalclient@csu.edu.au