University Excellence Scholarships (UOW) 2026

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University Excellence Scholarships (UOW) 2026

The University Excellence Scholarship is a prestigious merit-based award offered by the University of Wollongong (UOW), Australia, to recognise and support high-achieving international students commencing undergraduate studies in 2026.

This scholarship is designed to reward outstanding academic performance and ease the financial burden of tuition for students who demonstrate excellence in their previous studies. The opportunity is automatically assessed, meaning eligible students do not need to submit a separate scholarship application once they receive an offer to study at UOW.

The scholarship is open to international students worldwide enrolling full-time in eligible undergraduate programs at UOW’s Australian campuses.

 Scholarship Overview

• Scholarship type: Partial tuition fee scholarship
• Scholarship value: 30% tuition fee reduction
• Commencement: 2026 academic year
• Study level: Undergraduate
• Study load: Full time
• Study course: Eligible UOW undergraduate courses
• Citizen type: International students
• Number of positions: Unlimited
• Duration: Minimum duration of the eligible undergraduate course
• Deadline: Not Specified 

Courses Not Eligible

The following undergraduate degrees are excluded from this scholarship:

• Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics

• Bachelor of Exercise Science and Rehabilitation

• Bachelor of Nutrition Science

• Bachelor of Exercise Science

• Bachelor of Education (Primary, Secondary, Early Years)

• Bachelor of Social Work

• Bachelor of Psychological Science

• Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)

• Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

• Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

Eligibility Criteria 

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants are expected to:

• be an international student

• have outstanding academic results in one of the following pathways:

  • Australian Year 12 (ATAR) or an approved equivalent international senior secondary qualification

  • Foundation Studies program approved for direct entry into a UOW Bachelor degree from a recognised institution

  • Diploma or academic pathway program with credit transfer from an institution that has a formal agreement with UOW

  • Academic programs (including Bachelor degrees) approved for admission into UOW Bachelor degrees from a recognised institution

• not be receiving any other scholarship, sponsorship, bursary, or tuition discount for the same course (excluding stipend-only scholarships)

• enrol in a UOW undergraduate course at an Australian campus in 2026

• maintain a minimum cumulative Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 50 throughout the study period

• note that students who transfer courses will no longer be eligible for the scholarship

* Includes students under 18 who qualify for direct entry into a UOW Bachelor degree but are required to enrol in a UOW College Diploma due to an approved homestay arrangement through UOW College Australia.

Eligible Countries: All nationalities
Eligible course or study program: Selected UOW undergraduate programs

Selection Criteria 

The selection process is merit-based, with consideration given to:

• Academic performance in previous qualifications (grades, rank, or equivalent)

• Strength of the academic pathway used for admission

• Consistency of high academic achievement

• Compliance with UOW admission and enrolment requirements

How to Apply

There is no separate scholarship application required.

To be considered:

1. Apply for an eligible UOW undergraduate course for the 2026 intake

2. Receive an offer of admission

3. Accept your offer and enrol full-time

Eligible students will be automatically assessed for the University Excellence Scholarship.

Who to Contact

University of Wollongong
Northfields Avenue, Wollongong
NSW 2522, Australia

Australia: 1300 367 869
International: +61 2 4221 3218
Switchboard: +61 2 4221 3555

Visit University Website for further details and to apply

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