Why ANU is a major scholarship destination in Canberra

Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra is a leading institution for Politics, International Relations, Economics, Science, Engineering and Law. It offers a mix of global, regional and college scholarships that are very relevant to IGCSE, A Level and IB students from South East Asia, South Asia and the Middle East.

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1. ANU Global Diversity & Excellence Scholarships

Most popular for:
International students with strong academic performance across a wide range of disciplines.

Coverage

• Scholarships usually offer tuition fee reductions, sometimes higher for top academic profiles.

Eligibility

• International‑fee status.
• Offer of admission to an ANU undergraduate programme.
• Strong A Level/IB or equivalent results and, in some schemes, country or regional criteria.

How to apply

• Some schemes are automatic, based on your admission application and academic results.
• Others require a separate scholarship application via ANU’s system, including:
  • Transcripts and predicted grades
  • Personal statements

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2. College & Discipline‑Specific Scholarships

ANU’s colleges (e.g. College of Asia & the Pacific, College of Engineering & Computer Science, College of Business & Economics) offer:

• Scholarships for high‑achieving applicants in particular disciplines.

Coverage

• Partial tuition contributions and/or one‑off awards.

Eligibility & application

• Varies by college and degree; check the ANU scholarships database for current schemes.

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3. Accommodation & Living Cost Support

ANU and its residential colleges sometimes provide:

• Scholarships or subsidies for on‑campus accommodation, especially for students with:
  • Financial need
  • Regional/rural backgrounds

These can be important in reducing the total cost of studying in Canberra.

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4. External & Home‑Country Scholarships Supporting ANU Study

Many ANU students from South East Asia, South Asia and the Middle East receive:

• Government scholarships (e.g. from Singapore, Malaysia, Gulf governments, South Asian ministries).
• Corporate or foundation funding for fields like Public Policy, International Relations, Engineering and Data Science.

These can sometimes fully fund tuition and living costs but usually involve service obligations.

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Realistic coverage of costs

• ANU’s own scholarships typically cover a portion of tuition or accommodation.
• For many families, the most realistic plan combines:
  • ANU partial scholarships
  • Home‑country funding
  • Family contribution

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Strategy & timelines for IGCSE, A Level & IB students

• Aim for very strong grades: A*AA or higher, or IB 38–45, depending on programme.
• Apply early and:
  • Check the ANU scholarships database for schemes relevant to your country, region and degree.
  • Align ANU applications with home‑country scholarship cycles (often earlier than you expect).

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How Tutopiya can help with ANU‑focused scholarships

Tutopiya assists students targeting ANU by:

• Strengthening performance in Economics, Politics, Maths, Sciences and essay‑based subjects.
• Helping families compare ANU with Melbourne, Sydney, UNSW and international options in terms of funding and academic fit.

If you are interested in a policy‑oriented or research‑intensive Australian degree, ANU—with its scholarship ecosystem and Canberra location—should be central to your planning.