About this scholarship

 

Each year, the University offers a Re-entry Scholarship for graduates who wish to resume academic studies after a break of at least three years since formal enrolment in a university program, the break normally being due to fulfilment of family obligations.

Duration

Payments made for 3.5 years

Eligibility

Scholarship type

Academic

Student type

Domestic

Study level

Postgraduate research (HDR)

Selection bases

Academic merit

  • Resuming academic studies after a break of at least three years since formal enrolment in a university program - the break normally being due to fulfilment of family obligations
  • Bachelors degree with at least upper second-class honours, or a Masters degree with a research component or equivalent
  • Australian and New Zealand citizens; Permanent residents of Australia

Ongoing eligibility

Continuation based on academic performance

6 month extension available.

How to apply

Applicants are required to apply for admission prior to applying for this scholarship.

Applicants are required to submit a statement by 18 November setting out their case for award of the scholarship and indicating their circumstances in regards to the reasons behind taking a break from their studies. Applications should be emailed to hdr.candidature@anu.edu.au with ANU Re-Entry PhD Scholarship in the email title.

Key scholarship details

 

Application period

Open for applications

Application period is open all year round.

Value

AUD $40,475 per annum (full-time rate 2027)

Number of scholarships awarded

Payments made fortnightly

Application requirement

An application is required for this scholarship.

Additional information

  • Travel and removal allowances for students relocating to Canberra to commence their research program
  • Thesis allowance
  • Paid medical, maternity and paternity leave

Applicants are required to apply for admission prior to applying for this scholarship.

Applicants are required to submit a statement by 18 November setting out their case for award of the scholarship and indicating their circumstances in regards to the reasons behind taking a break from their studies. Applications should be emailed to hdr.candidature@anu.edu.au with ANU Re-Entry PhD Scholarship in the email title.

Use contact details to request an alternative file format.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to make contact with the relevant Graduate Studies Convener or a prospective supervisor, prior to lodging an application for admission, to discuss the proposed research topic and related matters.

Contact us

Graduate Research School

If you have any questions about this scholarship, reach out to our team.

hdr.candidature@anu.edu.au

+61 2 6125 5777