About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
Are you an international student looking to enrol in an undergraduate degree?
This life-changing and prestigious scholarship is funded and named after one of Monash University's most illustrious alumni, Khoon Chen Kuok, better known as Beau Kuok. This scholarship changes lives by supporting financially disadvantaged students reach their full potential by undertaking study at Monash University.
If successful, your tuition fee and related study costs (accommodation, airfares and more) will be fully supported, enabling you to complete a full-time undergraduate degree at any of Monash University’s Australian campuses, as well as the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in Australian
culture.
In addition, the K.C. Kuok scholarship recipients will also have access to study and social support, the chance to apply for internships and other non-financial opportunities from Monash University.
Aim and Benefits of K.C. Kuok Scholarship Undergraduate Scholarship
Tuition fees
$14,000 AUD allowance per year
Accommodation at Monash University Accommodation with accommodation fees paid directly to Monash University Accommodation for your course duration.*
Student visa costs
Additional $3,000 AUD one-off establishment payment in the first year
First incoming flight to Australia in the first year
*Applies to standard residential contract periods only each year and excludes the cost of any summer accommodation fees.
Requirements for K.C. Kuok Scholarship Undergraduate Scholarship Qualification
You must be one of the following:
An International student
You must meet the following criteria:
Citizen of mainland China, Indonesia, Hong Kong or others
Apply for a full-time Monash course offer in any single degree*, at Monash University, at a campus in Australia
Have not previously studied at Monash
You must demonstrate that you come from a low income household
You must have not commenced university study at any institution
* Double degree applicants are not eligible.
Interview date, Process and Venue for K.C. Kuok Scholarship Undergraduate Scholarship
The scholarship will be awarded based on outstanding academic achievement and financial disadvantage.
Students will be assessed on their personal aspiration statement and financial support statement and interview performance.
To retain this scholarship:
You must maintain a minimum Weighted Average Mark of 50.
You must maintain a full-time study load.
ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION CRITERIA
The eligibility and selection criteria for this scholarship are available on the Monash website.
You will be assessed based on the following:
Academic results
Personal aspiration statement
Financial support statement
Interview performance
You must answer ALL mandatory questions on this form, provide certified documentation of your financial eligibility and attach all required documents. You must submit this form and the required evidence, with your course application to study an undergraduate course before Monday 20 July 2026 (5pm AEST).
How to apply

