To provide a funding source to international students undertaking their higher studies in Australia, the University of Melbourne has organized the KPMG Michael Andrew Scholarship for the academic year 2025-2026.

To be eligible for the Scholarship, applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents who have completed Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate in Australia. They must be enrolling in the Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Melbourne and have applied through the VTAC Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) under Category 1 (Personal Information and Location) and Category 2 (Disadvantaged Financial Background).

The University of Melbourne is a world-renowned institution located in Melbourne, Australia. Established in 1853, it is consistently ranked among the top universities globally and is recognized for its excellence in research, teaching, and innovation. The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including business, medicine, engineering, and the arts.

Application Deadline: Open

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Melbourne
• Department: Faculty of Business and Economics
• Course Level: Undergraduate
• Award: Up to $30,000 (paid as $10,000 per year for three years)
• Access Mode: Online (Automatic Consideration)
• Number of Awards: At least one
• Nationality: Domestic students (Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents)
• The Award Can Be Taken In: Australia

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Australia and New Zealand
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship is available for students enrolling in a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Melbourne.
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or hold an Australian permanent visa.
• Have completed Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate in Australia.
• Not have undertaken any tertiary subjects (excluding extension program subjects).
• Have applied for the University of Melbourne’s Bachelor of Commerce via the VTAC Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) under:
  • Category 1 (Personal Information and Location)
  • Category 2 (Disadvantaged Financial Background)
  • And any other applicable categories based on personal circumstances.
• Meet the Access Melbourne entry requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce.

Selection is based on the highest-ranking applicant(s) through the VTAC Access Melbourne scholarships selection process. In case of a tie, additional or fewer scholarships may be awarded.

How to Apply

No separate application is required. Eligible students are automatically considered if they have applied for admission to the University of Melbourne Bachelor of Commerce for the award year.

Benefits

• Living allowance of $10,000 per year for three years.
• Paid in instalments of $5,000 in April and September each year.
• Total scholarship value: Up to $30,000.

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