La Trobe Academic Excellence Scholarship
La Trobe's Academic Excellence Scholarship is an automatic, merit-based tuition discount for international students — 15%, 20%, or 25% off tuition for the full duration of your programme, based on your academic record. No separate application is required. Renewal each year requires maintaining a credit-average GPA at La Trobe. Sri Lankan students with strong A/L or undergraduate records are commonly awarded at the 20-25% tier.
La Trobe University
University-funded
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Value
Up to 25% Tuition Discount
Duration
Full Programme (Renewable)
Application
Automatic at Admission
fact_check Eligibility Criteria
Offer for Eligible La Trobe Programme
Hold an offer for an eligible La Trobe undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programme. Diplomas, foundation programmes, and some online-only programmes are excluded.
Strong Academic Record
Tier is determined by your prior academic average — 15% (around 65-70%), 20% (around 70-80%), or 25% (above 80%). Sri Lankan first-class graduates and strong A/L candidates typically qualify for the 25% tier.
International Fee Status
Open to overseas fee-paying students. Sri Lankan citizens applying from Sri Lanka qualify; Australian citizens, permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens are not eligible.
English Proficiency
Meet La Trobe's standard English language requirement — typically IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, or equivalent.
account_tree Application Process
Apply for La Trobe admission
Submit your La Trobe application via the online portal — there is no separate scholarship form.
Automatic consideration
All eligible offer holders are automatically assessed for the Academic Excellence tier they qualify for. The result is included with your offer letter.
Accept and Maintain GPA
Accept your La Trobe offer and confirm enrolment. The discount is applied each semester for the duration of your programme, subject to maintaining a 65% (Credit) average at La Trobe.
Why La Trobe University?
Based in Melbourne with regional campuses across Victoria, La Trobe is a top-2% global research university and one of Australia's most affordable Go8-adjacent options. Known for biomedical sciences, business, IT, public health, and creative arts. Large international student community with active South Asian societies.
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