Why choose a scholarship at Curtin?
Our scholarships are designed to enhance your academic journey and support you while you study.
You don’t need to be the highest performing student or experiencing financial hardship to be eligible; there are scholarships available for a variety of backgrounds and achievements.
You can search for scholarships by merit-based or needs-based criteria, or both. Merit-based scholarships consider your academic achievements. Needs-based scholarships provide support based on your financial background.
Choose a Curtin scholarship and access a Universe of opportunities.
Secure financial support
Our scholarships can help with your course fees, expenses or living costs, easing your financial burden so you can focus on studying.
Get assistance relocating
If you’re relocating from regional WA, financial assistance can help lower your expenses and smooth your transition to city life.
Prepare for future success
Some scholarships include leadership and mentorship opportunities. Enhance your skills with guidance from experienced professionals.
Make your experience global
Scholarships can open doors to opportunities for overseas study – experiences that enhance your academic and personal development.
Explore scholarships
Curtin Excellence Scholarship
The Excellence scholarship offers support ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 in value to current high school leavers who receive an ATAR of 96 and above.
Applications open now
Closing date: Saturday 20 December 2025
Curtin STAR Scholarship
A cash payment ranging between $500 and $1,500 per semester, running the expected duration of your undergraduate degree. Awarded on a need basis.
Applications open now
Closing date: Monday 24 November 2025
Harry Perkins Memorial Scholarship
A $2,000 per-semester payment – awarded on a need basis – for undergraduate students relocating to Perth from a regional or remote area to study.
Applications open now
Closing date: Monday 24 November 2025
Indigenous scholarships
Explore scholarships specially tailored for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students – with options based on academic achievement and financial needs.
Applications open now
Closing date: Monday 24 November 2025
John Curtin Scholarship Program (JCSP)
This program includes the John Curtin Undergraduate Scholarship and Julia Gillard Women in Leadership Scholarship and provides course fee coverage, international study and an annual $2,000 payment.
Applications open now
Closing date: Wednesday 10 September 2025
Explore more
There are a wide range of scholarships available and more than 1,000 scholarships are awarded to Curtin students each year!
Find a scholarship tailored to your unique background using our filtered search tool.
Applications open now
Four reasons to apply for a scholarship this year
Whether you’re interested in overseas opportunities, financial support or gaining a headstart in your career, learn how scholarships can help you.
Hear from our scholarship students
At first, the monetary value of the scholarship is immense, however, the scholarship is much more than that. It connects you to a network of other amazing scholars. They are so supportive and encourage me to do more and reach my potential.
Madhav Gupta
I’m studying to become a physiotherapist, and the scholarship took a lot of financial pressure off me. There are some amazing scholarships available for a variety of different needs and academic abilities … if you’re eligible, just apply!
Jasmin West
Tips from our scholarship students
When you write your application be passionate, be driven – and say “yes”! My scholarship has given me a huge headstart in life. Be open to new opportunities.
Emily Letch-Avenell
Scholarship application guide
Explore our step-by-step guide to applying for scholarships.
Just do it! You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. As long as you speak from your heart, you can’t go wrong.
Jasmin West
