The Griffith Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship is a tuition-fee award offered by Griffith University in Australia to talented students from outside Australia and New Zealand. It rewards strong academic performers who win a place in a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program at the university.
For African students, the appeal is straightforward. The scholarship trims 50% off your tuition fees for the full duration of your degree. With Australian tuition being a major cost for international applicants, this kind of ongoing reduction can be the difference between studying abroad and staying home.
The award is open across the range of coursework programs at Griffith and is available to high-achieving applicants who meet the GPA and English requirements. Numbers are limited, so a strong, early application matters.
This is an opportunity for those who can afford partial fees. 50% is decent if you can get work to supplement your cost of living.
Scholarship benefits
- A 50% reduction on tuition fees for undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programs.
- The deduction applies for the entire duration of your program, not just the first year.
Eligibility checklist
✔ Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
✔ Have a minimum GPA of 6 or above on a 7-point scale (or equivalent) in your previous studies. Please check the official Minimum GPA criteria.
✔ Have received an offer to study at Griffith University by the scholarship application closing date.
✔ Satisfy all academic and English language entry requirements for your chosen coursework program.
✔ Be enrolling as a full-time student starting in 2024, 2025 or 2026.
Application tips for African students
- Apply for admission to a Griffith program first — you cannot claim the scholarship without a Letter of Offer in hand, so start the admission process early.
- Confirm your GPA conversion. Universities grade differently across Africa, so use Griffith’s Minimum GPA criteria document to check how your transcript maps onto the 7-point scale before assuming you qualify.
- Book your IELTS or TOEFL well ahead of time. Test slots fill up in many African cities, and you need your score to meet the English entry requirements for your program.
- Have your transcripts and certificates ready in certified, English-translated form to avoid delays during the offer stage.
- Put real effort into your personal statement — explain your goals clearly and why your chosen Griffith program fits them.
- Mind the intake-specific deadlines: each trimester or semester has its own closing date, so confirm which intake you are targeting and apply for the scholarship as soon as your offer arrives.
- Plan for proof of funds and your student visa in parallel, since the scholarship covers only half of tuition and you will still need to show you can meet remaining costs.
How to apply
Begin by applying to study an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program at Griffith University. Once you receive your Letter of Offer, submit your scholarship application before the relevant closing date, including your academic records and a personal statement. The deadline for Trimester 2, 2026 entry is 11 April 2026, and for Trimester 3, 2026 it is 15 August 2026 (the Semester 1, 2026 deadline of 29 November 2025 has passed). For full details and to apply, visit the official page: Griffith Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for this scholarship?
Citizens of countries other than Australia or New Zealand who have a minimum GPA of 6 or above on a 7-point scale (or equivalent) and an offer to study at Griffith, including African students who meet the entry requirements.
How much does the scholarship cover?
It covers 50% of tuition fees, deducted from your undergraduate or postgraduate coursework tuition for the duration of your program. It does not cover living costs.
Do I need an English language test?
Yes. You must satisfy all academic and English language entry requirements for your chosen coursework program, which typically means meeting a required IELTS or TOEFL score.
When is the deadline?
The Trimester 2, 2026 deadline is 11 April 2026, and the Trimester 3, 2026 deadline is 15 August 2026. The Semester 1, 2026 deadline of 29 November 2025 has already passed.
Do I apply for the scholarship before being admitted?
No. You must first apply for and receive a Letter of Offer to a Griffith program, then apply for the scholarship before the closing date with your academic records and a personal statement.
Over to you to take advantage!