Elite Student Athlete and Performer Entry Scheme
Elite Student Athlete and Performer Entry Scheme
Monash is committed to helping students combine academic success with sporting or performing arts success. We understand that your ATAR or WAM may not fully reflect your potential due to the significant time and dedication required to perform at an elite level.
If you're an elite athlete or performer, you may be eligible for the Elite Student Performer Entry Scheme, which recognises your unique circumstances and achievements.
Applications
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Applications for 2026 Entry are now closed. Please note, no late applications can be accepted. If you would like to be kept up to date with information on future key dates, please complete this form.
Eligibility
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We acknowledge the commitment and time it takes to be at the elite level and how this can affect a student's studies.
Additional consideration of up to 10 ATAR points or 10% WAM (or equivalent) can be awarded for entry into Monash University undergraduate and graduate degrees to applicants who:
- are an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident or a holder of a permanent humanitarian visa
- meet the prerequisites (and any other published entry requirements) of the course
- are recognised as an elite athlete or performing artist by one of the Recognised Organisations (See below)
- can demonstrate that they have undertaken elite training, competition and/or performances whilst preparing for entry to Monash University.
Recognised organisations:
- ABC Concerts
- Actors Equity Australia
- Australian Athletes Alliance member organisations
- Australian Chamber Orchestra
- Australian Dance Council
- Australian Dance Theatre
- Australian eSports Association
- Coalition of Major Professional and Participation Sports (COMMPS) Members (currently Seven National Sports Organisations) and their members (Professional Sports Clubs) including their High Performance pathways programs.
- Melbourne Theatre Company
- Monash University partner organisations with recognised high performance programs
- Musica Viva
- National representative or league members from Australian Sports Commission supported Olympic, Paralympic, Commonwealth or International University Sports Federation sports including their approved High Performance Pathways programs.
- Opera Australia
- State Institutes or Academies of sport
- State representatives or league members from Australian Sports Commission supported Olympic, Paralympic, Commonwealth or International University Sports Federation sports including approved High Performance Pathways programs.
- The Symphony Australia Orchestras
- Victorian Opera
Definitions
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Established and Emerging Elite Athletes
To qualify as an Established Elite Athlete, at least one of the following criteria must be met:
To qualify as an Emerging Elite Athlete, at least one of the following criteria must be met:
Established and Emerging Elite Performers
To qualify as an Established Elite Performer, regular participation in significant national or international performances, productions, installations, competitions or events is required.
To qualify as an Emerging Elite Performer, participation in significant national performances, productions, installations, competitions or events is required.
*For applicants currently undertaking Australian Year 12 (or equivalent), participation in underage state squads and competitions may be considered when assessing the required level of competition.
Benefits
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Mentoring
Mentoring opportunities are available to members based on faculty and year level. These limited programs, ranging from peer-to-peer to student-graduate connections, offer valuable guidance, networking, and skill-building experiences.
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Networking and Personal Development Opportunities
Members of the Program will have access to invaluable networking and personal development opportunities with other students in the Program and key contacts within the University.
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Information and Resources
Members will also have access to valuable information and resources to assist them and provide further support and guidance.
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Stay Updated
If you would like to receive notifications of key dates, application deadlines etc, please click on the button below to sign up to our email list.
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Available Support
Once enrolled as a student at Monash University, support is available to assist student athletes and performers to balance their studies with being an elite athlete or performer.
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Get In Touch
If you would like to know more about the scheme or have any questions, please contact us via email at teammonash-talentsupport@monash.edu