Applications are now open for the Australian National University RTP Scholarship 2026 for interested and qualified students seeking to pursue postgraduate research in Australia.
The Australian National University Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity that covers full tuition fees and provides a stipend of $39,069 per year, along with additional allowances to support research and living expenses for selected candidates.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Australia
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Tuition Scholarship | $39,069 Annual Stipend
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: August 31, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Australian National University RTP Scholarship is funded through the Australian Government Research Training Programme (RTP), which provides financial support to universities to offer scholarships for both domestic and international students undertaking Higher Degree Research (HDR) programs.
At the Australian National University (ANU), scholarship selections are conducted through two major annual scholarship rounds. These rounds include the ANU RTP Scholarship, the University Research Scholarship, and other centrally managed scholarship schemes.
Applicants are assessed through a competitive ranking process, and scholarships are awarded to the highest-ranked candidates who meet the merit-based criteria. Successful candidates must also secure a qualified research supervisor, and their proposed research area must align with the strategic research priorities of the university, with adequate facilities and resources available.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Australian National University RTP Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a domestic or international student
- Apply for a Higher Degree Research (HDR) program, such as a Master’s by Research or PhD
- Meet the admission requirements for the chosen program
- Meet the English language proficiency requirements of the university
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Australian National University RTP Scholarship will receive:
- Annual stipend of $39,069
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Funding for up to three years, with the possibility of:
- Six-month standard extension
- Additional six-month extension if eligibility conditions are met
- Travel and relocation allowance for students moving to Canberra to begin their research program
- Thesis allowance
- Dependent child allowance (for international students)
- Paid medical, maternity, and parental leave
How to Apply
To apply for the Australian National University RTP Scholarship 2026:
- Click the button below to visit the official scholarship application page
- Submit an application for a Master’s or PhD degree at the university
- No separate scholarship application is required as all eligible candidates are automatically considered
- Ensure you indicate interest in available scholarships by selecting the appropriate options in the admission application form
- If you are a current ANU student, complete and submit the “Request for a Current ANU Student to be Considered for a HDR Scholarship” form to your Academic College
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