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Australia Open and automatic for 2026 and 2027 entry

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

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Duration

Full Programme (Renewable)

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Application

Automatic at Admission

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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.

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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.

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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.

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English Proficiency

Meet La Trobe's standard English language requirement — typically IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, or equivalent.

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Apply for La Trobe admission

Submit your La Trobe application via the online portal — there is no separate scholarship form.

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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.

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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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