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.

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Applications for 2027 entry are now open and close on Friday, October 16, 2026. Please follow the steps below to apply.

Step 1: Apply for courses with VTAC

First, set up your VTAC account. Ensure you choose your Monash University undergraduate degree preferences and apply with VTAC by the due date(s). We also encourage students to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme, as you may be eligible for recognition of other factors based on your personal information and location.

Step 2: Submit an online application to Monash

You can now apply online to Monash University for the Elite Student Performer Entry Scheme, here.

Please note, the form is most user-friendly when completed on a laptop or desktop device, rather than a mobile device.

Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation as part of their application:

A sporting resume - summarising achievements and experiences over 12–18 months. We encourage applicants to use this template.
A completed copy of this Impact Matrix template - it shows your time commitment to your discipline.
A reference letter from your sporting body or association confirming your level of elite involvement and your ongoing sport commitments.
Relevant documents authenticating level of sporting achievement e.g. evidence of team selection, national or state rankings etc.
High-resolution sport photo (action shot preferred).

You will receive an email receipt for your application; however, you will not be notified of the outcome of your application.

Step 3: Be assessed

Applications will be assessed by a committee against the criteria. Students will be considered for 0 to 10 additional ATAR points. Please note, students will not be notified of the outcome.

Step 4: Wait for offers

If your application is successful, 1 to 10 points will be added to your ATAR, and you will be assessed for course entry based on your VTAC application. If eligible, you will receive a conditional offer for the upcoming 2026 Semester 1 intake. The offer will include instructions on how to accept.

Step 5: If successful - ongoing support and obligations

Successful applicants will be contacted with information on how to be fast-tracked into the Monash University Elite Student Performer Support Program.

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Conditions:

Academic performance: On an annual basis, students must maintain their performance discipline level, meet academic requirements, represent the University when available, act as an ambassador for the University, and adhere to all University policies and procedures. Failure to do so may put your status in the Scheme at risk.

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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:

National Squad member from a Sport Australia-recognised and funded sport.

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VIS scholarship holder

Member of any of the following: AFL Players Association, Australian Cricketers’ Association, Rugby Union Players Association, Rugby League Professionals’ Association, Professional Footballers Australia or Australian Netball Players' Association (ANPA).

To qualify as an Emerging Elite Athlete, at least one of the following criteria must be met:

State Squad member from a Sport Australia recognised and funded sport.*

Listed senior player in the top division of the following Victorian state based competitions (or interstate equivalent): Victorian Football League (VFL and VFL Women's), NPL VIC (top division and seniors), NRL Victoria (first Grade), Rugby Dewar Shield (seniors), Victorian Premier Cricket (first division and seniors), NBL1 South, Premier League Hockey (senior team) and Victorian Netball League (VNL).

For time-based events such as swimming, athletics and rowing, students must meet the entry standards for the open age category and have competed at the most recent Australian Nationals

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.

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Elite Student Athlete and Performer Entry Scheme

Elite Student Performer Support Program