The General Sir John Monash Foundation offers up to eight Scholarships per year for postgraduate study at a non-Australian university. Only Australian citizens graduating from Australian universities are eligible to apply.


Why apply for a John Monash Scholarship
The John Monash Scholarships are one of Australia’s most prestigious awards, recognizing potential leaders in all fields. To consider applying, a candidate and their referees should believe they have demonstrated excellence in their university degree, together with the ability to lead in the private or public sector. Further, they must provide a compelling case that they can make a major contribution to the advancement of Australia in their subsequent career. They must believe that completing a post-graduate qualification at an outstanding institution in another country would give them recognition, skills, and networks that equip them for a leadership role in or for Australia in coming decades.
For the eight applicants who receive a John Monash Scholarship each year, the benefits are immediate and enduring. John Monash Scholars immediately achieve national and local recognition through the publicity offered to the Awards. The Scholars are then funded for up to three years of study at a leading institution in another country, achieving a qualification that equips them for a greater role. Over the longer term, the Scholars are part of a growing community – now over 50 – of outstanding young Australian leaders aspiring to preserve and enhance our nation.
If you think you have this record of achievement and desire to play a leadership role for Australia – apply now, or contact us to discuss an application. The Foundation will be delighted to hear from you. 


The Scholarships

The John Monash Scholarships are not limited by age, gender, or academic field of study. They may be taken up at any non-Australian university, subject to that university being considered to be amongst the global leaders in the chosen field of study. While no upper age limit is stipulated, Scholarships will be made to those whose major contribution to their field and to the community lies ahead of them.


Fields of Study and Choice of University

The Scholarships support any postgraduate degree at any overseas University; however the Applicant must be able to argue the merits of the chosen course and institution. Information on courses and Universities in a chosen country can be found here.


Commencement of Studies

The Scholarships are granted for the commencement of the study programme in the calendar year following the year of application and selection.


Benefits

The Scholarships provide funding of AUD $50,000 per year for a maximum of three years. The John Monash Scholarships may be held concurrently with other scholarships or awards, at the discretion of the Foundation. The annual Award sum of $50,000 is normally paid in two equal payments.


Criteria

Applicants must be Australian citizens. In awarding John Monash Scholarships, factors considered include:

  • Outstanding intellect – demonstrated by academic excellence (having completed or are about to complete a university degree or degrees with outstanding results, such as an honours degree (with a classification of 1 or 2A) or equivalent, scholarship, language skills, musical skills and/or publications;
  • Leadership – demonstrated and potential – within or outside of an Applicant's field of study or professional field;
  • Citizenship – community service;
  • Well-defined research project or study programme to be conducted at a non-Australian University;
  • The case presented by the Applicant of the significance of the applicant's potential contribution to their field and to the community;
  • Referee reports outlining the applicant’s abilities. 

The John Monash Scholarships are available for postgraduates to attend universities that are considered to be amongst the global leaders in the field of study. Applicants should identify in their applications up to three universities to which they have sought or would seek acceptance.


Application Process

Applications will close on 31 August or the next working day.

Selection procedure:

  • State and Territory based Panels will shortlist applicants and recommend nominations for consideration by the National Awards Committee.
  • The National Awards Committee, chaired by a Director of the Foundation is responsible for examining applications and making recommendations to the Board of the Foundation, who will make the final selection of winners.
  • Winners of the John Monash Scholarships are informed by the CEO of the Foundation, and publically announced by the Governor-General of Australia in March.
  • The decision of the Board of the General Sir John Monash Foundation is final.
National Scholarships Committee & FAQ

Chair: Emeritus Professor Peter Darvall AO
Secretary: Dr Peter Binks (CEO of the General Sir John Monash Foundation)


State & Territory Panels


Australian Capital Territory

Secretariat: Ms Karen Holt, Australian National University


New South Wales

Secretariat: Ms Diane Hewson, University of Technology, Sydney


Queensland

Secretariat: Ms Sue Cox, University of Queensland


South Australia

Secretariat: Ms Rosanna Scarsella, The University of Adelaide


Tasmania

Secretariat: Ms Karina Groenewoud, University of Tasmania


Victoria

Secretariat: Ms Kerrie Edwards, Monash University


Western Australia & Northern Territory

Secretariat: Ms Joanne Francis, University of Western Australia


Frequently Asked Questions
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