Scholarships

Supporting your journey with us

Our scholarships recognise academic excellence, personal achievements, and support students from diverse backgrounds.

Each year, we award around A$20 million in scholarships to international students. Whether you're just starting or continuing your studies, we want as many students as possible to benefit from a CQUniversity education.

With a little financial help, your university experience can be more affordable, and you can focus on reaching your full potential. 

We encourage you to browse our scholarship database to learn about the scholarships you may be eligible for. 

The CQU Scholarship Advantage

In the 2023 International Student Barometer, our students have told us they felt their course is good value for money, placing us well above the Australian university average in this aspect of their student experience.

If you're looking for greater value in scholarship support to take some pressure off your tuition fee from a university with one of the best overall student experience and graduate employment outcomes in the country, then we may just be the perfect choice for you.

Take a look at our fees and scholarship advantage and the potential savings you'll get when you study with us.

Popular International Scholarships

CQUniversity SEA Changemaker Scholarship

The CQUniversity SEA Changemaker Scholarship is a prestigious, limited scholarship for high‑achieving applicants from Southeast Asia who demonstrate strong academic results, leadership potential, and a commitment to positive change. If successful, you will receive 50 per cent off your course fees.

Southeast Asia Excellence Scholarship

The Southeast Asia Excellence Scholarship supports academically strong applicants from Southeast Asia who are commencing their studies from outside Australia. If eligible, you will receive a 25 per cent reduction on your course fees.

International Merit Scholarship 

The International Merit Scholarship is available if you are a new international student enrolling in undergraduate, postgraduate coursework, or research programs. You will receive up to 25 per cent off your course fees. If you choose to study at a regional campus such as Rockhampton or Cairns, the scholarship will cover 25 per cent of your course fees. 

Live, Earn, Learn Scholarship

The Live, Earn, Learn Scholarship supports you if you commence study at CQUniversity’s Rockhampton North campus in Term 2 2026. The scholarship provides 35 per cent off accommodation for your first 15 weeks at Capricornia College, along with opportunities for part‑time work on campus or in the local community.

Research Training Program Stipend Scholarship

If you are undertaking a research higher degree at CQUniversity, you may be eligible for the Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship. This scholarship provides financial support to assist with living costs and is valued at up to A$36,000 per year.

Australia Awards Scholarships

Australia Awards Scholarships provide you with the opportunity to undertake full‑time undergraduate or postgraduate study in Australia if you are from a participating country. The scholarship typically covers tuition fees, return airfares, a living allowance, OSHC, and more, with application rounds administered by DFAT. Please check the DFAT website for more information including when new rounds of applications are open. 

LPDP-Australia Awards Scholarship

Funded by the Australian and Indonesian governments, the LPDP-Australia Awards Scholarship  is available if you are a high‑achieving Indonesian citizen undertaking a selected master’s degree at CQUniversity. The scholarship covers 100 per cent of your tuition fees, plus additional support such as living allowance, health insurance, visa costs, and travel expenses.

International Alumni Scholarship

If you are a recent CQUniversity graduate continuing your studies with us, the International Alumni Scholarship offers 30 per cent off your next course. This scholarship supports continued professional development and fosters lifelong learning within our global alumni community.

Latin America Free English Initiative

International students who hold citizenship of a Latin American country can now access up to 30 weeks of free English when they package their English studies with an academic course at CQUniversity. This offer is available for new students who receive a CQUniversity offer in 2026.

With English courses normally priced at $480 per week, this initiative provides significant savings and an incredible opportunity to strengthen your language skills before starting your degree.