ECU 2025 Visa Application Fee Offset Bursary

As a result of the visa application cost increase on July 1, 2024, this bursary is intended to support international non-award students who only study at Edith Cowan University for 1 semester or 1 year in 2025. This scholarship is open to prospective international non-award students (not current ECU Students) who only study at Edith Cowan University for 1 semester or 1 year in 2025.

• Table of Content
• About Edith Cowan University (ECU)
• Visa Application Fee Offset Bursary
• Aim and Benefits of Visa Application Fee Offset Bursary
• Requirements for Visa Application Fee Offset Bursary Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Edith Cowan University (ECU)

Edith Cowan University (ECU) provides the ideal learning environment for people who want to reach their potential. Located in Western Australia, our industry-relevant teaching and research, supportive study environment and award-winning facilities enable ECU students to do more than just survive in this world – they thrive in it. Established in 1991, ECU took the opportunity to reshape the way higher education is delivered in a distinctive and inspiring campus environment. ECU courses are developed in consultation with industry, and teaching staff have extensive industry experie... continue reading

Visa Application Fee Offset Bursary

Aim and Benefits of Visa Application Fee Offset Bursary

Eligible non-award students will receive the AUD$800 bursary following the required processes and successful verification.

Requirements for Visa Application Fee Offset Bursary Qualification

To be eligible for this bursary you must:

• Be an international student studying in one of the categories below:
  - Study Abroad (tailored and direct)
  - Student Exchange
  - Joint Master’s
  - Dual Degree;
• Be studying a minimum 45 credit points in one of the above categories on-campus for the first time commencing in Semester 1, 2025 or Semester 2, 2025;
• Be able to meet mandatory vaccination and travel requirements set by the Australian and Western Australian Governments;
• Provide evidence when requested that the Student Visa was lodged on or after July 1, 2024, and the amount of $1,600 was paid to the Australian Government for the Student Visa, and the Student Visa has been subsequently approved; and
• Accept the bursary notification offer within 28 calendar days, for the bursary payment to be made.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

There is no formal application process.
Eligible non-award students will be identified at week 3 of the teaching period and issued a conditional bursary offer to accept.
Students who have accepted the offer within 28 days will be paid the AUD$800 bursary directly into their nominated Australian bank account following final and successful eligibility verification at census date.

For more details, visit ECU scholarship webpage