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The University of Wollongong (UOW) Postgraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship is designed to support high-achieving international students who wish to pursue a Master’s by coursework degree at UOW in Australia. This competitive scholarship recognises academic merit and helps reduce the financial cost of postgraduate study at a globally ranked, research-focused university.
The scholarship provides a 30% tuition fee waiver, applied directly to tuition fees for the full duration of the eligible Master’s program, as outlined in the student’s offer letter. It is available to international students enrolling full-time in a UOW Master’s (coursework) degree at an Australian campus. The scholarship is not a cash payment; instead, the discount is automatically deducted from tuition fees each academic session.
A wide range of postgraduate programs are eligible under this scholarship, particularly in areas such as engineering, technology, business, data, and applied sciences. However, some professional programs are excluded, including clinical psychology, teaching, nutrition and dietetics, social work (qualifying), and medicine.
To retain the scholarship, students must remain enrolled full-time and maintain a minimum cumulative Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 50 throughout their studies. The scholarship cannot be deferred, transferred to another course, or combined with other tuition-fee scholarships or sponsorships covering tuition fees.
This scholarship is an excellent opportunity for academically strong students seeking a high-quality Australian postgraduate qualification, access to industry-connected learning, and strong graduate outcomes, while benefiting from a significant reduction in tuition costs at one of Australia’s leading research universities.
We speak to Hoài Lê Thu. who commenced her MBA at Warwick Business School in September 2025 after winning the $10,000 QS ImpACT MBA Leadership Scholarship.
Maria-Madalina Ifrim is undertaking an MBA at the University of Mannheim’s Business School in Germany having won the $5,000 USD QS ImpACT MBA Community Scholarship.
We’re delighted to announce that Shizuka Dara won the 2025 QS ImpACT Women’s Scholarship – a $5,000 USD award for a female student who plans to use their Masters studies to reduce inequality in a community.
In a landmark partnership, the QS Scholarships platform merged with ImpACT charity organization in 2020, culminating in a synergy of resources that now manifests as QS ImpACT Scholarships.
What is the difference between institution-funded and QS ImpACT scholarships?
Institution-funded scholarships are exclusively backed by the institution itself. This implies that scholarship recipients need to secure acceptance for their studies at the said institution in order to qualify. It's essential to note that each scholarship comes with its own set of eligibility criteria and prerequisites. On the other hand, QS ImpACT Scholarships mark a collaborative effort between the ImpACT charity organization and QS. These scholarships present a unique advantage – they allow candidates to be considered regardless of the institution they choose for their studies, as long as they meet the appropriate study-level requirements. To delve deeper into the eligibility criteria associated with these scholarships, we invite you to explore the relevant scholarship details.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
Yes, you can apply for as many scholarships as you wish. Just make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria and follow the application process for each.
Who evaluates my application and who will announce the winner?
Scholarships by institutions are managed by the school, university or collage offering the scholarship and the winner will also be announced by them. QS ImpACT Scholarships are managed by us here at QS and we’ll announce the winner.
University of Wollongong
Postgraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship
Exclusive Scholarship
All
Master’s
MBA
Executive MBA
Bachelor’s
PhD
Military
Other
Deadline:
2026-12-31
Value:
30% Tuition fee waiver
No. of Recipients:
50
Application criteria
Application requirements
Entry requirements
Useful Resources
QS ImpACT MBA Leadership Scholarship: 2025 winner
We speak to Hoài Lê Thu. who commenced her MBA at Warwick Business School in September 2025 after winning the $10,000 QS ImpACT MBA Leadership Scholarship.
QS ImpACT MBA Community Scholarship: 2025 winner
Maria-Madalina Ifrim is undertaking an MBA at the University of Mannheim’s Business School in Germany having won the $5,000 USD QS ImpACT MBA Community Scholarship.
QS ImpACT Women's Scholarship: 2025 winner
We’re delighted to announce that Shizuka Dara won the 2025 QS ImpACT Women’s Scholarship – a $5,000 USD award for a female student who plans to use their Masters studies to reduce inequality in a community.
Frequently Asked Questions
In a landmark partnership, the QS Scholarships platform merged with ImpACT charity organization in 2020, culminating in a synergy of resources that now manifests as QS ImpACT Scholarships.
Institution-funded scholarships are exclusively backed by the institution itself. This implies that scholarship recipients need to secure acceptance for their studies at the said institution in order to qualify. It's essential to note that each scholarship comes with its own set of eligibility criteria and prerequisites. On the other hand, QS ImpACT Scholarships mark a collaborative effort between the ImpACT charity organization and QS. These scholarships present a unique advantage – they allow candidates to be considered regardless of the institution they choose for their studies, as long as they meet the appropriate study-level requirements. To delve deeper into the eligibility criteria associated with these scholarships, we invite you to explore the relevant scholarship details.
Yes, you can apply for as many scholarships as you wish. Just make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria and follow the application process for each.
Scholarships by institutions are managed by the school, university or collage offering the scholarship and the winner will also be announced by them. QS ImpACT Scholarships are managed by us here at QS and we’ll announce the winner.