The General Sir John Monash Foundation offers up to eight Scholarships per year for postgraduate study at a non-Australian university. Only Australian citizens graduating from Australian universities are eligible to apply.


2013 John Monash Scholarships Are Now Open:

To apply for a 2013 John Monash Scholarship, an Applicant must complete the Application Form (click here to download), and attach a photo, an academic transcript, and proof of citizenship (see Instructions to Applicants). Three Referees must be nominated and contact details provided, but in the initial Application their reports are not required – the State Secretariats will contact these upon shortlisting for interviews. Applicants must inform the Referees upon nomination, and Instructions to Referees (click here to download) should be forwarded to the Referees by the Applicant. Applicants will then need to provide nine (9) copies of their application package to the State Secretariats in the State to which they are applying (their State of residence and employment, or if applying from overseas, the most convenient State for an interview). The number of copies required for each State is specified on the Instructions to Applicants.

If you have any questions, please contact the Foundation on 03 9620 2428 or e-mail Carol Clark. 

Process for Selection and Award of the 2013 Scholarships:

* August 31 – Close of Applications
* Early September – State Panel Shortlisting, Call for Referee Reports      (varies by State)
* Late September to Mid-October – State Panel Interviews                    (dates to be set by State)
* November 20th-21st – National Panel Interviews in Melbourne     (Foundation supports cost of attendance)
* Late-November – Offers to nominated Scholars
* March 2013 - Presentation of Scholarships by Governor-General     (venue and date to be set)

 Picture below: Ms Quentin Bryce AC and 2012 Scholar Kate Griffiths


The Scholarships

The John Monash Scholarships are not limited by age, gender, or academic field of study. They may be taken up at any non-Australian university, subject to that university being considered to be amongst the global leaders in the chosen field of study. While no upper age limit is stipulated, Scholarships will be made to those whose major contribution to their field and to the community lies ahead of them.


Fields of Study and Choice of University

The Scholarships support any postgraduate degree at any overseas University; however the Applicant must be able to argue the merits of the chosen course and institution. Information on courses and Universities in a chosen country can be found here.


Commencement of Studies

The Scholarships are granted for the commencement of the study programme in the calendar year following the year of application and selection.


Benefits

The Scholarships provide funding of AUD $50,000 per year for a maximum of three years. The John Monash Scholarships may be held concurrently with other scholarships or awards, at the discretion of the Foundation. The annual Award sum of $50,000 is normally paid in two equal payments.


Criteria

Applicants must be Australian citizens. In awarding John Monash Scholarships, factors considered include:

  • Outstanding intellect – demonstrated by academic excellence (having completed or are about to complete a university degree or degrees with outstanding results, such as an honours degree (with a classification of 1 or 2A) or equivalent, scholarship, language skills, musical skills and/or publications;
  • Leadership – demonstrated and potential – within or outside of an Applicant's field of study or professional field;
  • Citizenship – community service;
  • Well-defined research project or study programme to be conducted at a non-Australian University;
  • The case presented by the Applicant of the significance of the applicant's potential contribution to their field and to the community;
  • Referee reports outlining the applicant’s abilities. 

The John Monash Scholarships are available for postgraduates to attend universities that are considered to be amongst the global leaders in the field of study. Applicants should identify in their applications up to three universities to which they have sought or would seek acceptance.


Application Process

Applications will close on 31 August or the next working day.

Selection procedure:

  • State and Territory based Panels will shortlist applicants and recommend nominations for consideration by the National Awards Committee.
  • The National Awards Committee, chaired by a Director of the Foundation is responsible for examining applications and making recommendations to the Board of the Foundation, who will make the final selection of winners.
  • Winners of the John Monash Scholarships are informed by the CEO of the Foundation, and publically announced by the Governor-General of Australia in March.
  • The decision of the Board of the General Sir John Monash Foundation is final.
National Scholarships Committee & FAQ

Chair: Emeritus Professor Peter Darvall AO
Secretary: Dr Peter Binks (CEO of the General Sir John Monash Foundation)


State & Territory Panels


Australian Capital Territory

Secretariat: Ms Karen Holt, Australian National University


New South Wales

Secretariat: Ms Diane Hewson, University of Technology, Sydney


Queensland

Secretariat: Ms Sue Cox, University of Queensland


South Australia

Secretariat: Ms Rosanna Scarsella, The University of Adelaide


Tasmania

Secretariat: Ms Rhonda Ewart, University of Tasmania


Victoria

Secretariat: Ms Kerrie Edwards, Monash University


Western Australia & Northern Territory

Secretariat: Ms Joanne Francis, University of Western Australia


Frequently Asked Questions
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