Anna Shustser
Anna Shustser, originally from Belarus and now in Australia, is pursuing a Bachelor’s in Data Science with a focus on finance at Deakin University. She was awarded the highly competitive Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship (100% tuition + living support), which also grants access to the Vice-Chancellor’s Professional Excellence Program and priority campus housing. With an outstanding ATAR of 98.85, top subject scores, and extensive extracurricular achievements, Anna’s academic excellence and leadership in both Belarus and Australia helped her stand out. She was also offered scholarships from QUT and Western Sydney University but chose Deakin for its holistic support and opportunities.
Read her journey to learn how strong academics, extracurricular leadership, and a compelling personal statement can help you win top scholarships in Australia.