RMIT University Scholarships for International Students 2026

Most RMIT scholarships are tied to being enrolled in an RMIT award program (e.g., bachelor’s or master’s).

RMIT scholarships span a wide range of subjects, including engineering and broader STEM (for example, Shavlin Singh is studying Biomedical Engineering), business and management, IT/computing, design/creative fields, and humanities/social sciences (for example, Sokmeng Chan went to RMIT for a Master of Communication). Sokmeng also emphasized why the field mattered to him: “With the right communication, we connect with people, establish a network, and make progress in any development.”

RMIT has scholarships that are broadly open to international students, plus some that are region- or country-targeted. In the Global Scholarships recipient stories, you can see examples like Shavlin Singh (Fiji) and Sokmeng Chan (Cambodia) studying at RMIT through Australia Awards.

For targeted examples, RMIT lists scholarships aimed at specific regions/countries and some scholarships for general audience. Always check the scholarship listing for citizenship/residency rules before applying.

Often yes, RMIT requires evidence of English proficiency for admission unless you meet an exemption pathway. RMIT lists accepted tests (including IELTS Academic and TOEFL iBT, among others), and required scores can vary by program. In recipient experiences, Sokmeng Chan reported “IELTS 8.0,” and on the RMIT recipient page he also warned that even strong applicants should plan ahead because “it’s not always guaranteed that you can get the desired IELTS score.”

There isn’t one single minimum grade for all RMIT programs: entry requirements depend on the course (and your prior qualification/country system). Scholarships also vary: some are merit-based (so stronger grades improve chances), while others consider equity/financial hardship or leadership. As a real example from the stories, Sokmeng Chan entered the process with a prior GPA of “3.49/4.00,” and Shavlin Singh notes “strong external exam results” in his background—both reflecting that competitive academics help, even though the exact “minimum” depends on the program and scholarship.

It depends on the scholarship. RMIT has minimum-age enrolment requirements (and special requirements for under-18 international students), but many scholarships don’t advertise a strict maximum age. However, some major funding programs do: for example, Australia Awards (used by both Shavlin Singh and Sokmeng Chan) has eligibility rules that include age conditions, and some mobility-style scholarships have age bands.

A strong academic record that meets your program’s entry requirements is the baseline for many scholarships, especially merit-based ones (high marks, relevant prerequisite subjects, and sometimes a portfolio for design). For fully funded schemes like Australia Awards, selection can also emphasize leadership, work experience, and fit with development goals. Shavlin Singh highlights the mindset that helps across scholarship types: “Apply as many times as needed, and take each attempt as a learning opportunity.”

For admission, RMIT commonly asks for documents like your passport, certified academic transcripts/results, graduation/completion certificates (with translations if needed), and evidence of English proficiency; some programs (especially design/creative) may require a portfolio or other selection-task documents. RMIT also notes you can sometimes apply first and submit missing documents later, depending on your situation.

For scholarships, requirements vary, but commonly include things like a personal statement, CV/resume, recommendation/referee details, and (for equity/financial hardship scholarships) supporting evidence such as income documentation. On the RMIT recipient page, Shavlin Singh described an “in-depth online form” plus “supporting documents such as a CV and details of two referees,” while Sokmeng Chan advised applicants to “prepare all your documents” early and “contact your previous lecturers… to help you with recommendations.”

Sometimes. RMIT states that applicants from certain countries must pay an application fee (listed as AU$100 on RMIT’s application-fee page), and it is described as non-refundable but credited to your tuition deposit once you accept and commence. If you’re not sure whether your country is on the fee list, check RMIT’s country list before submitting your application so there are no surprises. Always check the latest guidelines for updated information.