About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
Griffith University is offering the Vice Chancellor's Academic Achievement Scholarship 2027 to high-achieving students commencing undergraduate study at the university for the first time in Trimester 1, 2027.
The scholarship provides financial support of at least $15,000, along with access to the Student Academy of Excellence and an opportunity to access a travel grant.
The total value of the award depends on the length of the undergraduate programme. Scholarships are calculated at a rate of $625 per 10 credit points (CP).
Griffith University Vice Chancellor's Academic Achievement Scholarship: Key Details
Scholarship Benefits
Successful recipients can receive several forms of support through the Griffith University Vice Chancellor's Academic Achievement Scholarship.
Financial Award
The scholarship provides cash support starting from $15,000.
The maximum value depends on the number of credit points required to complete the undergraduate degree for which the student receives the scholarship.
The scholarship is calculated at:
$625 per 10 credit points (CP).
For example:
Single degree: $15,000 for 240 CP
Double degree: $20,000 for 320 CP
Student Academy of Excellence
Recipients will also receive an offer to join the Student Academy of Excellence, providing an additional opportunity associated with their academic journey at Griffith University.
Travel Grant
Scholarship recipients can also access a travel grant, providing an additional opportunity to gain experiences beyond their regular university studies.
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
To qualify for the Griffith University Vice Chancellor's Academic Achievement Scholarship, applicants must meet the specified citizenship, study and academic requirements.
Citizenship and Residency
Applicants must be one of the following:
An Australian Citizen or holder of an Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa;
An Australian Permanent Resident;
A New Zealand Citizen; or
An international student who is completing or has completed Years 11 and 12 in Australia.
Commencing University for the First Time
Applicants must be commencing university for the first time in Trimester 1, 2027.
They must not have previously undertaken or commenced tertiary study at bachelor's or postgraduate level.
An exception applies to tertiary-level study undertaken as part of Years 11–12, such as an Enhanced Studies programme or Head Start.
Applying to Griffith University
Applicants must have applied to commence at Griffith University in Trimester 1, 2027 through one of the following pathways:
Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)
Universities Admissions Centre (UAC)
Direct entry to Griffith University
Academic Requirement
Applicants must achieve an unadjusted ATAR of 95.45 or above, or an equivalent qualification rank.
The equivalent requirements include:
OP 3 or above
IB 37 or above
Griffith University may use an applicant's Educational Disadvantage Assessment (EDA) score to adjust their ATAR rank.
Educational Disadvantage Assessment
Information provided by applicants in their Griffith online scholarship application may be used to conduct a comprehensive Educational Disadvantage Assessment (EDA).
The assessment considers circumstances across several categories, including:
Financial hardship
Home environment and responsibilities
English language difficulty
Personal illness and disability
Educational disruption
Applicants who have experienced circumstances affecting their educational opportunities should provide the relevant information in their scholarship application so that it can be considered as part of the assessment process.
Why Consider This Scholarship?
The Griffith University Vice Chancellor's Academic Achievement Scholarship offers high-achieving commencing students more than financial assistance.
Depending on the degree length, recipients can receive substantial financial support while also gaining access to the Student Academy of Excellence and a travel grant.
The academic eligibility requirement also makes this opportunity particularly relevant to students who have achieved strong results in their secondary education and are preparing to begin their first university degree.
Final Thoughts
The Griffith University Vice Chancellor's Academic Achievement Scholarship 2027 is designed to recognise high academic achievement among students commencing undergraduate study at Griffith University for the first time.
Eligible recipients can receive at least $15,000, with the scholarship value determined by the length of their degree and calculated at $625 per 10 CP. A single 240 CP degree, for example, attracts $15,000, while a 320 CP double degree can attract $20,000.
How to apply