James Cook University 2023 International Merit Stipend for African Students (Australia)

We are proud to offer a range of scholarships to international students. You can learn more about each scholarship by clicking the link below. 

The JCU International Merit Stipend provides fortnightly payments of A$400 to assist with expenses throughout the duration of study at JCU, providing a strong GPA is maintained.

Scholarship eligibility is automatically assessed during the admissions process. Eligible candidates will receive an offer for their program of study and the International Merit Stipend concurrently.

• Table of Content
• About James Cook University
• International Merit Stipend
• Aim and Benefits of International Merit Stipend
• Requirements for International Merit Stipend Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for International Merit Stipend
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

International Merit Stipend

Aim and Benefits of International Merit Stipend

The JCU International Merit Stipend provides fortnightly payments of A$400 to assist with expenses throughout the duration of study at JCU, providing a strong GPA is maintained.

Requirements for International Merit Stipend Qualification

• The International Merit Stipend is for eligible high achieving students from Africa.
• Some programs are ineligible for the International Merit Stipend. This includes, but is not limited to, end on honours degrees, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Bachelor of Veterinary Science, and online and non-award programs. Australia Awards students and SACM students and all other government scholarships/sponsorships covering full tuition fees, international students transferring from joint programs, and study abroad and exchange students are not eligible.

Interview date, Process and Venue for International Merit Stipend

Scholarship eligibility is automatically assessed during the admissions process. Eligible candidates will receive an offer for their program of study and the International Merit Stipend concurrently.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Scholarship eligibility is automatically assessed during the JCU admissions process. There is not application required for this scholarship. Eligible candidates will receive an offer for their program of study and the International Merit Stipend concurrently.

For more details, visit JCU website