Western Australian Premier’s Scholarship 2026-2027

The Western Australian Premier’s Scholarship 2026-2027 is a prestigious scholarship program offered by the Government of Western Australia to support high-performing students in pursuing their postgraduate degrees at select Western Australian universities. Here are the key details about the scholarship:

Scholarship Benefits:

The scholarship provides selected students with a financial award of $50,000. This amount covers university fees and other related course expenses.

Participating Universities:

The scholarship is available for students applying to the following Western Australian universities:

Curtin University
Edith Cowan University
Murdoch University
University of Notre Dame, Fremantle
University of Western Australia

Number of Scholarships:

A total of 10 scholarships will be awarded, with two international students selected for each of the five participating universities.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for the Western Australian Premier’s Scholarship 2026-2027, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Must be a South African citizen
Should have received an enrollment letter from one of the participating universities
Must not have completed previous education in Western Australia
Must have obtained an international student visa to pursue postgraduate studies in Australia
Must decline any other scholarships, grants, or bursaries awarded to them
Should demonstrate academic excellence

Application Process:

Candidates are required to apply through their desired university’s application portal. The selection process involves evaluating written applications, including responses to specific questions, academic record assessment, and submission of supporting documents.

To apply for the scholarship at your chosen university, visit the following links:

Curtin University: Apply Here
Edith Cowan University: Apply Here
Murdoch University: Apply Here
University of Notre Dame, Fremantle: Apply Here
University of Western Australia: Apply Here

Required Documents:

Applicants need to submit the following documents while applying for the scholarship:

Proof of citizenship
Complete academic transcripts
Personal statement

Closing Date:

The closing date for the Western Australian Premier’s Scholarship 2026-2027 is 31 May 2026-2027 at 3:00 pm. Applications submitted after the specified deadline will not be considered by the scholarship panel.

Contact Details:

For any inquiries related to the scholarship, you can contact scholarships@jtsi.wa.gov.au.