Monash Graduate Excellence Scholarship
Monash Graduate Excellence Scholarships (MGES) are provided by Monash University to the top-ranked domestic students commencing Research Doctorate and Research Masters degrees.
These top-up scholarships help support students with living costs and are awarded in addition to a RTP Stipend.
Applications
close 31 May and 31 October each year
Total scholarship value
up to $10,000
Number offered
Varies

Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy, and Economics
Isabella
I was ecstatic when I was awarded a scholarship. It has motivated me to intently focus on my studies with renewed confidence, while still enjoying the social aspect of being at university. By devoting time to university over working, I've been able to expand my network and develop employability skills for my future career. I'm hopeful that I can help pave the way for other high-achieving women to pursue a career in the economics industry.
Am I eligible?
You must be one of the following:
- An Australian citizen
- A New Zealand citizen
- Australian permanent resident
The MGES is only available to newly commencing graduate research students.
Benefits
The MGES provides a living allowance top-up (stipend).
Selection criteria
Monash scholarships are very competitive and are awarded based on your academic record, any research outputs and prior research experience.
If successful in receiving a MGES, please note that the standard terms and conditions as outlined the RTP Scholarship Procedures apply, with the exceptions outlined in the eligibility criteria above.
How to apply
Application for the MGES is done at the time of applying for your course, via our Applicant Portal. You do not need to specify which scholarship you are applying as you are automatically considered for all graduate research scholarships (where eligible). You do not need to specify which scholarship you are applying as you are automatically considered for all graduate research scholarships (where eligible).
DOMESTIC (Round 2)
opens 1 November, closes 31 May
DOMESTIC (Round 4)
opens 1 June, closes 31 October
Many scholarships can have different application processes. Make sure to read the application details carefully and submit your application by the deadline.
If you are a new applicant, you must have obtained an Expression of Interest (EOI) from the relevant faculty before starting your application.
For more information visit our website or contact our Graduate Research Admissions team on
E: mgro-apply@monash.edu or T: +61 3 99051538