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Pacific Islander Scholarships 2025: Regional Partnerships

Building educational capacity through Australia-Pacific partnerships

Building educational capacity through Australia-Pacific partnerships

These programs represent opportunities specifically designed to support your educational journey, with scholarships ranging from small bursaries to full tuition coverage plus living expenses.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Quality Over Quantity: Hand-picked scholarships from leading Australian universities
  • Award Range: From small bursaries to full tuition coverage plus living expenses
  • Curated Selection: Featured opportunities highlighted below

Understanding Eligibility

Each scholarship has specific eligibility requirements. The most common criteria include:

  • Academic Performance: Minimum GPA or ATAR requirements
  • Study Level: Undergraduate, postgraduate, research, or specific degree programs
  • Citizenship Status: Australian domestic students, international students, or both
  • Enrollment Status: Current students, commencing students, or both
  • Additional Criteria: Specific to your circumstances and the scholarship’s focus

Important: Always read the full eligibility requirements on the official scholarship website before applying.

How to Apply

  1. Review Requirements Carefully: Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before investing time in an application
  2. Prepare Your Documents: Gather transcripts, references, proof of eligibility, and supporting documents
  3. Write Compelling Statements: Articulate your goals, circumstances, and why you deserve support
  4. Meet Deadlines: Note application open and close dates - many scholarships have strict cutoffs
  5. Follow Up: Confirm receipt of your application and respond promptly to any requests

The scholarships below are curated from our comprehensive database. Each has been verified for accuracy and completeness.

Success Tips

Your application success depends on more than just meeting minimum requirements. Consider:

  • Start Early: Give yourself time to craft compelling personal statements and gather documentation
  • Be Authentic: Let your genuine passion and circumstances shine through
  • Seek Feedback: Have teachers, mentors, or university advisors review your application
  • Apply Widely: Don’t limit yourself to one scholarship—many students receive multiple awards
  • Follow Up: Confirm receipt of your application and respond promptly to any requests

Last updated: November 2025. Scholarship information is refreshed regularly from university sources. Always verify details on the official scholarship website before applying.

Featured Scholarships

PhD Scholarship: Pacific Powers

Flinders University

💰 $36,000
📚 Study Level: Phd
Arts & Humanities Social Sciences
🌏 Eligibility: Domestic and International
📋 Enrollment: Commencing Students Only
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PhD scholarship on violence against women and displacement in the Pacific

Australian National University

💰 $38,000
📚 Study Level: Phd
Social Sciences Law Arts & Humanities
👥 For: Indigenous Australian, First Nations
🌏 Eligibility: Domestic and International
📋 Enrollment: Commencing Students Only
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Pac-EVIPP+ MAE Fellowship

Australian National University

💰 $45,000
📚 Study Level: Research, Masters
Health Sciences Biological Sciences Medicine
📋 Enrollment: Commencing Students Only
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John and Janice King Scholarship

James Cook University

💰 $6,000
📚 Study Level: Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Research
Medicine Health Sciences Veterinary Science
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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UQ South Pacific Islander Association (SPIA) Scholarship

University of Queensland

💰 $5,000
📚 Study Level: Undergraduate
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: Indigenous Australian, Financial Hardship
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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Rowe Scientific Foundation PNG STEM Scholarship

University of Queensland

💰 $5,000
📚 Study Level: Undergraduate, Honours, Postgraduate
Computer Science & IT Engineering Physical Sciences
👥 For: High Achievers
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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New Colombo Plan Scholarship

Torrens University

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📚 Study Level: Undergraduate
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: Indigenous Australian
📋 Enrollment: Current Students Only
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Melbourne Climate Action Scholarship

University of Melbourne

💰 $120,000
📚 Study Level: Postgraduate, Masters, Phd, Research
Environmental Sciences Interdisciplinary/General
📋 Enrollment: Commencing Students Only
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Pacific Institute PhD Grant for Research

Australian National University

💰 $10,000
📚 Study Level: Phd
Interdisciplinary/General Social Sciences Arts & Humanities
👥 For: First Nations
🌏 Eligibility: Domestic and International
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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