Attention International students! This is your chance to secure a prestigious scholarship at La Trobe University in Australia. The La Trobe East Asia Academic Excellence Scholarship is now open for applications and offers a remarkable 50% tuition fee reduction for future undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students at La Trobe’s Victorian campuses.
Fact About La Trobe University
- Sustainable Leader: La Trobe University has been ranked among the top 300 universities globally in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2022, recognizing its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Research Powerhouse: La Trobe is among Australia’s top three universities for research in humanities, social sciences, and psychology, with 65% of its research projects rated as “world standard” or above.
- Diverse Community: With over 7,000 international students from 110 countries, La Trobe boasts one of the most culturally diverse campuses in Australia.
- Career-Focused: La Trobe has partnerships with over 2,000 industry partners, providing students with hands-on experience and job-ready skills.
- Historic Roots: La Trobe University was named after Charles Joseph La Trobe, the first Superintendent of the Port Phillip District, who played a significant role in Victoria’s early development.
- Global Connections: La Trobe has seven campuses across Victoria and Sydney, as well as international partnerships with institutions in Asia, Europe, and North America.
- Innovative Facilities: The university’s $100 million Sports Park features state-of-the-art sports facilities, including an indoor sports center, athletics track, and sports fields.
- Award-Winning: La Trobe is a recipient of the prestigious Australian University of the Year award (2019) and has been recognized for its excellence in teaching, research, and student experience.
- Digital Frontier: La Trobe’s $5 million Cyber Security Research Hub tackles cybercrime and data protection challenges, providing students with cutting-edge training and research opportunities.
- Alumni Network: La Trobe’s global alumni community exceeds 220,000 graduates, including notable figures like Australian politician Julia Gillard, former Prime Minister.
Eligibility For La Trobe East Asia Academic Excellence Scholarship 2025
To be considered, applicants must:
- Apply for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate course at La Trobe’s Victorian campuses starting Semester 1, 2025.
- Have an unconditional offer from La Trobe University, meeting all financial and Genuine Student requirements.
Academic Requirements:
- Undergraduate: Minimum 95% WAM and IELTS score of 7.0 with no band below 7.0.
- Postgraduate: Minimum 80% WAM and IELTS score of 7.0 with no band below 7.0.
Selection Process For La Trobe East Asia Academic Excellence Scholarship 2025
La Trobe University will assess applicants based on their academic record, English language proficiency, extracurricular involvement, and video submission. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews during the selection process, which runs from November 4–15, 2024.
Deadline
- Application Deadline: November 2, 2024, 12:00 pm Indochina Time
- Selection Week: November 4–15, 2024
- Acceptance Deadline: November 22, 2024
- Final Outcome Announcement:November 25, 2024.
How To Apply For La Trobe East Asia Academic Excellence Scholarship 2025
- Prepare Your Documents: Ensure you have an unconditional offer from La Trobe, along with academic transcripts, English proficiency scores, and any relevant extracurricular or achievement awards.
- Create a 3-Minute Video: Share your vision on “How do you envision making an impact on your community as a graduate of La Trobe University?”
- Complete the Application Form.