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James Cook University (JCU) is a public institution in North Queensland, Australia. The James Cook University Act of 1997 created JCU as a corporate entity, and the University Council is in charge. In the QS World University Rankings 2024, it ranks #=415. In the list of Best Global Universities, James Cook University comes #324. According to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2024, JCU is among the top 2% of universities worldwide for the total number of higher education providers in the International Association of Universities (IAU) database. Leading the way in research and education about the pressing issues facing the Tropics is James Cook University (JCU). 

JCU offers a range of financially aidable scholarships. The article is about scholarships, bursaries, and grants and has the entire list of available scholarships. A James Cook University scholarship provides complete tuition reimbursement and bursaries to help with books and supplies. Also, it provides extra money in the form of awards and merits.

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International Excellence Scholarship

JCU International Excellence Scholarship recipients who maintain a solid GPA each semester will receive a 25% tuition price discount for the duration of their approved full-degree study programs.

The JCU admissions procedure automatically determines a candidate’s eligibility for scholarships. Qualified candidates will get a concurrent award of the International Merit Stipend and admission to the study program of their choice.

Student LevelUndergraduate
Student StatusInternational; new students
Area of StudyInternational; Tuition Fee scholarship
Scholarship criteria/typeInternational; Tuition fee scholarship
Scholarship Value25% off tuition fee
Scholarship durationThe length of the student’s course; a ongoing GPA is required.
Number of scholarships availableVaries
Application Open / CloseAutomatically assessed when application is received

Eligibility

High achievers from the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the United Kingdom. Also from Europe, Asia, Papua New Guinea, Nigeria, Ghana, and the Middle East can apply for the International Excellence Scholarship.

International students transferring from joint programs, study abroad and exchange students, Australia Awards students, SACM students, and any other government scholarships/sponsorships providing full tuition are not eligible.

Applicants must:

  1. Be a foreign student starting their studies at JCU for the first time.
  2. Starting as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student, and not planning to enroll in diploma programs, End-on Honours degrees, Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Online and Non-Award Programs.
  3. If you are starting an undergraduate degree and have an ATAR of 65 (or above), you are not eligible for this award and should apply for the JCU Partners scholarship instead.
  4. A student must demonstrate achievement of 65% or above while starting a postgraduate degree, while a passing grade for a related certificate is 50%.

How to apply?

The JCU admissions procedure automatically determines a candidate’s eligibility for scholarships. This scholarship does not require an application. Qualified candidates will get a concurrent award of the International Merit Stipend and admission to the study program of their choice.

Scholarship rules

Candidates will receive information about the scholarship rules at the time of offer.

International Merit Stipend

the JCU International Merit Stipend offers fortnightly payments of A$400 to help with living expenses while a student at JCU, as long as the student maintains a strong GPA.

The admissions procedure automatically determines a candidate’s eligibility for scholarships. Candidates who qualify will get a concurrent award of the International Merit Stipend and admission to the study program of their choice.

Student LevelUndergraduate
Student StatusInternational; new students
Area of StudyValue at AUD$400 per fortnight to assist with living expenses. Payments are made to the student’s nominated bank account throughout the course duration provided the student meets ongoing eligibility.
Scholarship criteria/typeInternational; Living allowance
Scholarship ValueValue at AUD$400 every two weeks to help with living costs. As long as the student continues to meet eligibility requirements, payments are made to the bank account they have designated.
Scholarship durationThe length of the student’s course; a continuous GPA is required)
Number of scholarships availableVaries
Application Open / CloseAutomatically assessed when application is received

Eligibility

Exceptionally for students from Nigeria and Ghana who should apply for the International Excellence Scholarship instead, the International Merit Stipend is available to qualified, high-achieving students from Africa.

International students transferring from joint programs, study abroad and exchange students, Australia Awards students, SACM students, and any other government scholarships/sponsorships providing full tuition are not eligible.

Applicants must:

  1. Be a foreign student starting their studies at JCU for the first time.
  2. Starting as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student.
  3.  Not planning to enroll in diploma programs, End-on Honours degrees, Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Online and Non-Award Programs.
  4. If you’re starting an undergraduate degree and won’t enroll through a JCU collaboration, you can apply for the JCU Partners scholarship instead. 
  5. Show an ATAR of 65 (or the equivalent); if you’re pursuing a postgraduate degree, show achievement of 65% or more, with 50% serving as the passing score for the student’s pertinent qualification.

How to apply?

The JCU admissions procedure automatically determines a candidate’s eligibility for scholarships. This scholarship does not require an application. Candidates who qualify will get a concurrent award of the International Merit Stipend and admission to the study program of their choice.

Scholarship rules

Candidates will receive information about the scholarship rules at the time of offer.

International On-Campus Accommodation Grant

This scholarship aims to support international full-degree students living and studying at JCU’s Cairns Nguma-bada campus.
The recipients will have a solid desire to spearhead JCU on-campus events and an interest in doing so.

Student TypeInternational
Area of StudyAll undergraduate
Scholarship ValueUp to $3,700 once-off payment
Number of scholarships available2
Applications Open31 October 2023
Applications Close31 January 2024

Eligibility

The following candidates may apply for the International On Campus Accommodation Grant:

  1. An international student enrolled full-time (minimum nine credit points) in an undergraduate or graduate program starting in 2024.
  2. Have been applied or been offered to live at the Cairns, Nguma-bada campus of John Grey Hall Accommodations.

What to receive?

Following the census date of Study Period 1, 2024, you will receive $3,700 as a one-time payment if your grant application is approved. Kindly make the payment for up to six weeks following the date.

Selection Criteria

Applicants assessment will be on the following critical selection criteria:

  1. Engagement in social/athletic clubs, forums, contests, artistic, cultural, or religious events, among other activities; (30%) 
  2. Experience in organizations; (15%)
  3. Ability and experience in leadership (15%)
  4. Suggested contributions to JCU’s campus and living arrangements (40%)

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