Deakin University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship Program 2025

Published: 11 Jul 2025

Deakin recognises students with consistently high academic performance with the potential to make a leading contribution to the University and its communities. The program provides personalised support to scholars to help them achieve their personal and professional goals during their time at Deakin. You can find out more about the program by visiting deakintalent.deakin.edu.au/vcpep.

Deakin University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship

Deakin University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• A full 100% tuition scholarship or a 50% partial tuition scholarship;
• Acceptance into Deakin’s signature student leadership program: the Vice-Chancellor’s Professional Excellence Program (VCPEP).
• Priority place for on-campus accommodation (at own cost and subject to availability).

Requirements for Deakin University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship

Applicants must:

• Be prospective international students

• Be eligible to study at Deakin University

• Not have accepted any other Deakin scholarship or bursary

• Meet the academic criteria: - Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship: An 85% average (or equivalent) in previous studies - Deakin International Scholarship: A 65% average (or equivalent) in previous studies

Application Documents

You are required to submit:

• a personal statement (300 words)
• two references who can comment on your community engagement and/or leadership capacity
• a completed application to study at Deakin including academic transcripts.

  Your personal statement must be written by you and reflect your personal views. It should contain:

  • an outline of why you want to study at Deakin University
  • an overview of any extracurricular activities and work experience (paid or voluntary) you have undertaken
  • why you think you would make an outstanding ambassador for Deakin University
  • any other information that will assist your application.

Application Deadline

How to Apply