ECU Australia Travel Scholarship 2026 (AUD $2,000)

Edith Cowan University (ECU) Travel Scholarship 2026 for International Students

Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Australia is offering a one-time Travel Bursary of AUD $2,000 to support international students who have been affected by U.S. student visa delays. This initiative provides financial support to eligible students who had planned to study in the United States but are now considering ECU as an alternative.

The bursary is aimed at helping students manage travel and relocation expenses when they enroll in a full-time degree program at ECU.

Scholarship Benefits

• Award Amount: AUD $2,000 (paid post-census date of first semester)

• Purpose: Supports travel and relocation costs for international students

• Target Group: Students originally intending to study in the U.S. but affected by visa processing issues

Available Programs

This scholarship applies to all subjects offered by ECU at the following degree levels:

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the ECU Travel Bursary, applicants must:

• Be an international student (not a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand)

• Hold a valid Subclass 500 International Student Visa

• Be commencing a full-time Bachelor, Master, or PhD program for the first time at ECU in:

  • Semester 2, 2025

  • Semester 1, 2026

• Study on-campus at ECU (Joondalup, Mount Lawley, or ECU City Campus)

• Not be in receipt of any government scholarships or third-party sponsorships

• Provide evidence of either:

  • A submitted application to a U.S. university, or

  • An offer letter from a U.S. institution

Application Process

There is no separate application form for the ECU Travel Bursary. To be considered, students must:

1. Apply for a full ECU degree program.

2. Provide supporting documentation confirming plans to study in the U.S.

3. Enroll and pay tuition fees before ECU’s deadlines.

4. Maintain full-time enrollment beyond the semester census date.

5. Submit you application form

All bursary decisions are made at the discretion of Edith Cowan University.

Key Dates

• Applications Open: May 29, 2025

• Applications Close: March 14, 2026

Terms and Conditions

• Must remain enrolled full-time (minimum 60 credit points per semester).

• Bursary is paid after the census date of the student’s first semester.

• Payment will be transferred to a nominated Australian bank account.

• Students who withdraw, lose eligibility, or fail to meet conditions may be required to repay the bursary.

• The scholarship is non-transferable to other institutions, campuses, or courses.

• Not available to students receiving any other ECU scholarships or bursaries.

Why Study at Edith Cowan University?

• Ranked among the world’s top young universities

• Located in Perth, one of Australia’s most livable and affordable cities

• Offers globally recognized degrees in fields like Business, IT, Engineering, Health Sciences, and more

• Home to a diverse and inclusive international student community

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Do I need to apply separately for this scholarship?
No. There is no separate application. Eligible students are automatically considered once they apply and enroll in a full ECU degree program.

Q2: Can I apply if I already received another scholarship?
No. This bursary is not available to students receiving any other ECU scholarship, government funding, or sponsorship.

Q3: When will the $2,000 bursary be paid?
The amount is disbursed after the census date of your first semester, provided all eligibility criteria are met.

Q4: What proof do I need of my intention to study in the U.S.?
You must submit either a copy of an application to a U.S. institution or an offer letter from a U.S. university.

Q5: Can I defer the bursary or transfer it to another university?
No. The bursary is non-transferable and only applies to eligible ECU on-campus programs.