R.G. Menzies Scholarship to Harvard

About this scholarship

Established in 1967 by the Harvard Club of Australia, the R.G. Menzies Scholarship honours a great Australian statesman and strengthens Australian–American relations.

Awarded in partnership with the Harvard Club of Australia and the Australian National University, the scholarship supports full-time, residential postgraduate study at Harvard University in the United States.

The scholarship is offered annually to outstanding Australians who have gained admission to a Harvard graduate school and demonstrate exceptional intellect, leadership, and a vision for contributing to Australia’s future.

Receiving an R.G. Menzies Scholarship places scholars among an elite group of alumni who have achieved significant impact in their fields and contributed to Australia’s development. Scholars are encouraged to remain engaged and support the objectives of the program throughout their careers.

SUMMARY

SCHOLARSHIP TYPE

Prestigious

VALUE

Variable, up to a maximum of USD 60,000 per annum

Awards may include partial scholarships where candidates have other financial support, and potential for additional support for two-year degrees

APPLICATION PERIOD

12-Dec-2025 to 09-Feb-2026

Student types
Domestic
Student levels
Master Degree, Postgraduate coursework, Graduate Certificate
Selection bases
Academic merit

Field of study

Any Discipline

Eligibility

The Award is available each year to an applicant who:

is a graduate with a bachelor degree from an Australian University or other recognised Australian tertiary institution;
is a graduate with Honours (or equivalent demonstration of academic excellence);
is an Australian, or Australian permanent resident, and normally resides in Australia;
has not previously and/or is not currently enrolled in a postgraduate degree course at a United States University;
has applied for and has been admitted to a full-time residential postgraduate degree program at Harvard University;
intends to attend their Harvard University program in person;
intends to return to Australia after the completion of their studies at Harvard; or while working overseas in a representational capacity on behalf of Australia; and
must not have accepted or be planning to accept another major scholarship (other than directly from ANU or Harvard) of more than USD 30,000. Such scholarships include, but are not limited to, Fullbright, Frank Knox, Ramsay and Monash awards.

Additional information

Variable, up to a maximum of USD 60,000 per annum.

Use contact details to request an alternative file format.

Referee Information

Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to request referees to submit a reference. Candidates will be advised by early March. Referees must submit their reference by Wednesday, 11 March 2026. If you nominate a new referee, please provide them with the following link:

https://anu.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3dxSFV81U1jdYCa

Funding Details

Funding for the scholarship is provided by the Harvard Club of Australia through generous donations and fundraising activities. Awarded in partnership with the Australian National University, the scholarship fund is managed by the ANU Endowment Office, and administration is carried out by ANU. Please support the scholarship with a donation.

Interview Communications

Candidates invited to interview must:

Provide full financial disclosure of other awards, employer sponsorship, Harvard funding, and any other financial benefits.
Understand that they are responsible for any costs incurred in attending an interview if this condition is not met.
Confirm Harvard funding limits before the interview by checking with Harvard University regarding the maximum and minimum funding they may be eligible to receive. This ensures compliance with Harvard’s cost-of-attendance regulations and accurate financial disclosure.

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