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Notre Dame Australia International Scholarships 2026–2027 Guide

Faseeh Sultan

June 29, 2026
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Notre Dame Australia International Scholarships 2026–2027 — Complete Guide

Australia is home to some of the world’s most welcoming universities — and the University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA) is proof of that. With campuses in Fremantle, Sydney, and Broome, Notre Dame offers international students something that most universities don’t: scholarships that are automatically awarded at enrolment, with no separate competitive application required. If you meet the criteria, the money is yours. This guide covers all seven international scholarships currently open at Notre Dame Australia for 2026–2027, including who qualifies, how much you receive, and exactly what you need to do to claim yours.

Detail	Information
University	The University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA)
Country	Australia
Campuses	Fremantle (WA), Sydney (NSW), Broome (WA)
Scholarship Types	Tuition fee reduction / Full fee remission
Study Levels	Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Application Method	Automatic at enrolment (most scholarships)
Closing Date	Rolling — no fixed deadline for most
Open To	International students
Official Link	Notre Dame Australia Scholarship Finder

🎓 About the University of Notre Dame Australia

Founded in 1989, the University of Notre Dame Australia is the country’s only private Catholic university, and it has built a strong reputation for small class sizes, strong student support, and a genuine sense of community. It currently enrols between 10,000 and 14,000 students across its campuses and is ranked 294th in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 — making it a credible, internationally recognised institution for your degree.

What sets Notre Dame apart from larger Australian universities is its approach to scholarships for international students. Rather than running competitive annual rounds with hundreds of applicants fighting for a handful of spots, most of UNDA’s international scholarships are automatic — meaning eligible students are simply assessed at the point of enrolment and awarded the scholarship without needing to submit a separate application or write essays.

This is one of the few Australian universities where you can walk into a scholarship by simply meeting the enrolment criteria. Here is the best part: several of these scholarships apply for the full duration of your program — not just your first year.

🎓 The 7 International Scholarships at Notre Dame Australia

1. Notre Dame International Welcome Scholarship (Undergraduate)

Value: 25% annual fee reduction for the full duration of your program

This is the broadest international scholarship UNDA offers at the undergraduate level. It covers virtually every undergraduate program at Notre Dame — excluding only the Bachelor of Nursing — across both the Fremantle and Sydney campuses.

Open to: Commencing international undergraduate students
Campuses: Fremantle, Sydney
Study areas: Arts, Business, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Philosophy, Physiotherapy, Sciences, Theology, Midwifery
How to apply: No application required — automatically awarded to students who meet all eligibility criteria
Contact: international@nd.edu.au
See Conditions

A 25% annual fee reduction across a three- or four-year degree adds up to significant savings. For a program costing around AUD 35,000–40,000 per year, this scholarship can reduce your annual fees by roughly AUD 8,750–10,000 (verify exact figures with the university at enrolment).

2. Notre Dame International Welcome Scholarship for Nursing

Value: 20% annual fee reduction for the full duration of your program

Nursing students get their own dedicated scholarship — separate from the general undergraduate welcome scholarship. This covers the Bachelor of Nursing at the Fremantle and Sydney campuses for commencing international students.

Open to: Commencing international students in the Bachelor of Nursing
Campuses: Fremantle, Sydney
Study area: Nursing
How to apply: No application required — automatically awarded to eligible students
Contact: international@nd.edu.au
See Conditions

3. Notre Dame International Welcome Scholarship (Postgraduate)

Value: 20% annual fee reduction for the full duration of your program

Postgraduate coursework students are not left out. This scholarship applies to most postgraduate programs at Notre Dame — with the Doctor of Medicine, Master of Physiotherapy, and all Graduate Certificates excluded.

Open to: Commencing international postgraduate coursework students
Campuses: Fremantle, Sydney
Study areas: Arts, Business, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Midwifery, Nursing, Philosophy, Physiotherapy, Sciences, Theology
How to apply: No application required — automatically assessed at enrolment
Contact: international@nd.edu.au
See Conditions

4. Notre Dame International Business and Commerce Scholarship

Value: AUD 10,000 annual fee reduction for the full duration of your program

This one is specifically for international students entering undergraduate Business and Commerce programs. It is worth noting separately because the fixed dollar value — AUD 10,000 per year — makes it one of the more straightforward scholarships to calculate when planning your finances.

Open to: Commencing international undergraduate students in Business programs
Campuses: Fremantle, Sydney
Study area: Business
How to apply: No application required — automatically awarded to eligible students
Contact: international@nd.edu.au
See Conditions

5. Notre Dame International Master of Physiotherapy Scholarship

Value: AUD 7,500 annual fee reduction for the full duration of your program

The Master of Physiotherapy is excluded from the general postgraduate welcome scholarship — but it has its own dedicated award. International students enrolling in this program at Fremantle or Sydney are automatically considered.

Open to: Commencing international students in the Master of Physiotherapy
Campuses: Fremantle, Sydney
Study area: Health Sciences (Physiotherapy)
How to apply: No application required — automatically assessed
Contact: international@nd.edu.au
See Conditions

6. Notre Dame International Scholarship — Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

Value: 25% annual fee reduction for the full duration of your program

Social work students get a generous 25% reduction on annual fees throughout their Master of Social Work (Qualifying) program. This is one of the highest percentage reductions available at the postgraduate level.

Open to: Commencing international students in the Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Campuses: Fremantle, Sydney
Study area: Arts (Social Work)
How to apply: No application required — automatically awarded to eligible students
Contact: international@nd.edu.au
See Conditions

7. Vice Chancellor’s Humanitarian Scholarship

Value: Full fee remission for the duration of the program

This is the most significant scholarship Notre Dame offers international students — and the only one that covers full tuition fees. It was established in keeping with the university’s commitment to ethics and social justice, within the context of its Catholic values, and is intended specifically for students holding particular classes of visa as outlined in the scholarship conditions.

Open to: Commencing international students holding an eligible visa class (see conditions)
Campuses: Fremantle, Sydney
Study level: Undergraduate
Study areas: All undergraduate programs
How to apply: Apply via the Notre Dame scholarship form
See Conditions

Unlike the other six scholarships on this list, the Vice Chancellor’s Humanitarian Scholarship does require an application. The visa classes covered are listed in the conditions document — download and review it carefully before applying. This scholarship reflects something genuine about Notre Dame’s identity as a Catholic institution: it was created not for marketing, but out of a real commitment to students in vulnerable circumstances.

🎓 Who Should Apply — and Who Shouldn’t

✅ You are well-positioned if:

You are a commencing international student at UNDA (most scholarships require this)
You are enrolling at the Fremantle or Sydney campus (Broome campus is not listed for international scholarships)
You are entering an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program
You are enrolling full-time in one of the covered programs
You are a humanitarian visa holder looking for full fee coverage (Vice Chancellor’s scholarship)

❌ This may not apply if:

You are already enrolled as a continuing student (most scholarships are for commencing students only)
You are enrolling in a Graduate Certificate (excluded from postgraduate welcome scholarship)
You are enrolling in the Doctor of Medicine (excluded from postgraduate welcome scholarship)
You are studying at the Broome campus (international scholarships are Fremantle/Sydney only)
You are a domestic student (these seven scholarships are specifically for international students)

🎓 How to Secure Your Scholarship — Step by Step

Choose your program — identify which Notre Dame program you want to enrol in and confirm it is eligible under the relevant scholarship conditions.
Apply for admission — submit your application to Notre Dame Australia through the international students admissions page. You must be admitted before a scholarship can be assessed.
Check eligibility conditions — download the PDF conditions for the specific scholarship linked above. Each has its own eligibility requirements, which the university assesses automatically.
Enrol full-time — most scholarships require full-time enrolment to remain active throughout your program.
Contact international admissions if uncertain — for any scholarship tagged “International” with automatic awarding, reach out to international@nd.edu.au to confirm your eligibility before enrolment is finalised.
Apply separately for the Vice Chancellor’s Humanitarian Scholarship — this is the only one requiring its own application, submitted via the Notre Dame scholarship form.

Practical tip: Because most of these scholarships are automatically awarded, the single most important step is ensuring you meet the enrolment criteria before you commit. Email the international office early — they can confirm whether you will be eligible before you pay your acceptance deposit.

🎓 Scholarship Summary Table

Scholarship	Value	Level	Campus	Application Required?
International Welcome (Undergraduate)	25% annual fee reduction	Undergraduate	Fremantle, Sydney	No — automatic
International Welcome for Nursing	20% annual fee reduction	Undergraduate	Fremantle, Sydney	No — automatic
International Welcome (Postgraduate)	20% annual fee reduction	Postgraduate	Fremantle, Sydney	No — automatic
International Business & Commerce	AUD 10,000/year reduction	Undergraduate	Fremantle, Sydney	No — automatic
International Master of Physiotherapy	AUD 7,500/year reduction	Postgraduate	Fremantle, Sydney	No — automatic
International Master of Social Work	25% annual fee reduction	Postgraduate	Fremantle, Sydney	No — automatic
Vice Chancellor’s Humanitarian	Full fee remission	Undergraduate	Fremantle, Sydney	Yes — apply separately

🎓 Why Study at Notre Dame Australia

There is a reason international students choose Notre Dame over larger Australian universities — and it is not just the scholarships. Notre Dame’s student-to-staff ratio is among the lowest in Australia, meaning you are never just a student number. Lecturers know your name, and support services are genuinely accessible.

The Fremantle campus sits in one of Perth’s most liveable neighbourhoods — a short walk from the Indian Ocean, with a vibrant café culture and a strong arts scene. Sydney’s campus in Chippendale puts students in one of the world’s great cities, minutes from central Sydney.

From a career perspective, Notre Dame’s strong links with healthcare, education, and legal employers — particularly in Western Australia — mean graduates are well-positioned for employment in Australia and internationally. The university’s Core Curriculum is embedded in every degree, developing transferable skills in ethics, critical thinking, and communication that employers across every industry value.

What makes this scholarship picture different from most Australian universities is the simplicity. No annual application rounds. No competitive essays. No uncertain waiting periods. Meet the criteria, enrol, and the reduction applies. For international students managing the considerable complexity of visa applications, accommodation, and relocation, that clarity is genuinely valuable.

🎓 Important Dates

Event	Date / Status
International scholarships status	Open — rolling intake
Vice Chancellor’s Humanitarian Scholarship	Open — no closing date listed (verify with university)
Semester 1 2027 commencement	Confirm with Notre Dame admissions
Semester 2 2026 commencement	Confirm with Notre Dame admissions

Bookmark this page and check back for updates. Scholarship conditions are reviewed periodically — always download the most current conditions PDF before making enrolment decisions.

🎓 FAQ

Q: Do I need to apply separately for Notre Dame’s international scholarships? A: For six of the seven international scholarships, no separate application is needed. The university automatically assesses your eligibility at enrolment. The only exception is the Vice Chancellor’s Humanitarian Scholarship, which requires a direct application.

Q: Are these scholarships available at all Notre Dame campuses? A: All seven international scholarships currently listed apply to the Fremantle and Sydney campuses only. The Broome campus is not included in international scholarship coverage. Confirm with the university if this changes.

Q: Can I receive more than one scholarship? A: The scholarship conditions for each award address this individually. In general, automatic welcome scholarships are designed to be the primary financial support for eligible students. Review each condition document and contact international@nd.edu.au to clarify stacking rules before enrolment.

Q: Do the scholarships cover living costs or only tuition? A: These scholarships cover tuition fees only, through a percentage or fixed-dollar reduction. They do not cover accommodation, food, transport, or other living costs. Budget separately for these expenses (verify on official website for current cost of living estimates).

Q: Is IELTS required to study at Notre Dame Australia? A: Yes. Notre Dame requires all international students to meet minimum English language proficiency requirements. IELTS is accepted, with minimum score requirements varying by program. Check the English language requirements page for your specific program before applying.

Q: What happens to my scholarship if I change programs after enrolment? A: Each scholarship’s conditions PDF specifies what happens in the event of a program change. Some scholarships are tied to the specific program you enrolled in. Contact the international office before switching programs to confirm whether your scholarship carries over.

🎓 Official Source and Contact

Scholarship Finder: Notre Dame Australia Scholarship List
International Students page: Study at Notre Dame — International
International enquiries: international@nd.edu.au
Scholarship enquiries: scholarships@nd.edu.au
Fremantle & Broome International Office: +61 8 9433 0873 | 19 Mouat St, Fremantle WA 6160
Sydney International Office: +61 2 8204 4229 | 140 Broadway, Chippendale NSW 2008