When did the Australia Awards Scholarship applications open and close for study starting in 2027?
Applications for Australia Awards Scholarship study commencing in 2027 opened on 1 February 2026 and closed on 30 April 2026 for most participating countries. Some countries have separate deadlines, for example Palau accepted applications until 30 June 2026, so check your own country's dates.
For study commencing in Australia in 2027, applications opened on 1 February 2026 and closed on 30 April 2026 for most participating countries.
Application timeline
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Opening date (study in 2027) | 1 February 2026 |
| Closing date for most countries | 30 April 2026 |
| Typical annual pattern | Opens in February and closes in April |
| Example of a different deadline | Palau accepted applications until 30 June 2026 |
Country differences
Dates can vary by country and region. Country-specific programmes, such as those for South Asia and Mongolia, followed the same window of 1 February to 30 April 2026.
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Because deadlines differ by country, check the official Australia Awards opening and closing dates page for your own country before you plan.
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