James Cook University Scholarships that You Must Know About

James Cook University Scholarships are available to domestic and international students. The scholarships are provided to reduce the financial burden of the new students. A majority of the University’s scholarships are given out as a tuition fee discount. Those who meet the eligibility requirements can apply. James Cook University ranks =445 as per QS World Rankings 2025. The University offers a total of 43 undergraduate and 64 postgraduate programs. A total of 50 scholarships are available each year. This blog covers some of the top James Cook University Scholarships for international students.

Does James Cook University offer scholarships for international students?

James Cook University offers a total of 50 scholarships to its students. Among them, 21 scholarships are awarded to international students (excluding the Australian South Sea Islanders, and the Australian Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders). These scholarships are available in the following categories.

• Disability
• Financial Support
• Rural, Regional, or Remote
• Accommodation Travel
• Women
• Full-time
• Part-time
• Academic GPA/ O

Some of the scholarships offered by the university are valued up to  $40,000, Depending on the category, and your eligibility you can apply for the scholarships.

James Cook University Scholarships for International Students (Currently Open)

Although James Cook University (JCU) offers several scholarships, only a few of them are open for applications. We have listed them below. The details such as eligibility criteria, and benefits are also available.

International Excellence Scholarship

The JCU’s International Excellence scholarship is available to undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students. This is a tuition fee scholarship that is automatically accessed. That is, you do not need to apply for it. However, to maintain this scholarship you will have to maintain your academic scores. Moreover, the number of James Cook University scholarships varies/

Eligibility 

The eligibility requirements for the International Excellence Scholarship are as follows:

• You must be an international student starting your studies at JCU for the 1st time
• Additionally, you must be enrolled full-time in a postgraduate or undergraduate program 
• Full-time undergraduate students must demonstrate an ATAR of 65 (or equivalent).
• On the other hand, a postgraduate student must have secured 65% or more. The passing marks in this case must be 50%.
• Those enrolled in an End-on Honours degree, Diploma, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Bachelor of Surgery, Graduate Diplomas, Graduate Certificates, non-award programs, or an online program at the university are not eligible for the scholarship.

Benefit 

The benefit of the JCU International Excellence Scholarship is a 25% tuition fee discount for the entire course duration. However, you are required to maintain a strong GPA every semester.

Tom and Dorothy Cook Scholarships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine

The James Cook University scholarships include the Tom and Dorothy Cook Scholarships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine. This scholarship is for Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students) enrolling in a Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Philosophy program. That is, in the field of laboratory and clinical investigation of Tropical Northern Australia’s population, or public health.

Eligibility 

The eligibility requirements for the Tom and Dorothy Cook scholarships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine are as follows:

• You must be commencing your studies or in the process of applying for an eligible program.
• That is, MPhil/PhD at JCU
• Additionally, you must have a research project that is either related to laboratory and clinical investigations (population health), or public health, 
• Moreover, your research project must emphasise central Queensland and the Mackay region. 
• You also need to meet the admission requirements for the  MPhil or PhD degree.
• You must have a primary/secondary supervisor in Public Health at JCU 
• Both full-time and part-time students can apply

Benefit 

The Benefit of the Tom and Dorothy Cook scholarships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine is an amount of $33,500 per year. Additionally, you will be provided with  $5,000 to cover your project expenses.

Learn about 6 Fully Funded Undergraduate Scholarships in Australia for International Students 

Popular James Cook University Scholarships for International Students (Currently Closed. Chances of Reopening Next Year).

Apart from the 2 scholarships listed above, there are 19 James Cook University Scholarships for international students. These scholarships are currently closed for applications. However, next year the applications for these scholarships are likely to re-open. We have listed some of these scholarships below:

Scholarship	Meant For	Benefits
Australian Banana Growers’ Council Mort Johnston Scholarship	undergraduate or honours degree students with links to the banana industry.	$2,500 part-time, $5,000 full-time (1 year)
Cullinane Law Scholarship	Bachelor of Laws	Up to $6,000 (1 year)
Eric Booth Memorial Grants in Chemistry	Honours students, UG students, or PG chemistry students (2nd and 3rd year)	Up to $8,000 (1 year)
International On-Campus Accommodation Grant	International students who have sent applications to live at the John Grey Hall Accommodation in Cairns	Up to $3,700 once-off payment (1 year)
Robert Logan Memorial Grant	Postgraduate/Honours students in Biochemistry	up to $14,000 (1 year)
John and Janice King Scholarship	Those enrolled a course in the College of Healthcare Sciences,  College of Medicine and Dentistry, Medical and Veterinary Sciences, and College of Public Health	$6,000 for the course duration
Rockfield’s Dr Jeff Loughran Scholarship	Bachelor of Engineering	$2,500 (5 years)
The Tableland Veterinary Service Grants Program	Bachelor of Veterinary Science, UG, 4th Year,	$1,000 (1 year)
Amuthan Medical Research Grant	Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Medicine (full-time)	$3,000 (1 year)
Hunter Research Project Support Grant	Students taking up research topics on the Great Barrier Reef or climate change	$5,000 – $8,000 (1 year)

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How to Apply for the James Cook University Scholarships?

You can apply for the James Cook University Scholarships by following the steps below. Note: if the scholarship does not require an application, you only need to receive an offer letter for the relevant course. Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria and that your application is automatically assessed for the scholarship. 

• First, visit the official website of the James Cook University
• Go to the scholarships page, and search for the scholarship you are applying for
• Next, click on the particular scholarship’s page and read the eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and other terms and conditions. Ensure that you meet the same.
• Lastly, click on Apply now and fill out the application form. At this stage, you are required to submit the documentation required for the scholarship.
• You will be informed of the application outcome at the stipulated time.

To learn more about JCU scholarships watch the video below:

Do International Students Get Merit Stipends at James Cook University?

Not Anymore. The International Merit Stipend is a scholarship that was offered to upcoming international students at the university. The scholarship was available to both undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students. The benefit was a living allowance of A$400 in fortnightly payments. No application was necessary.

However, this scholarship has been discontinued. This means that the university will no longer consider your application for the International Merit Stipend. However, your admissions application will automatically be considered for another scholarship. That is, the International Excellence Scholarship.

Is James Cook University good for international students?

The James Cook University is an excellent choice for international students. The reasons for the same are provided below:

• The University ranks =445 in the world as per QS rankings 2025. It means it is one of the top 500 universities in the world.
• The University ranks 1st in Australia for median graduate salary (as per 2024 Times Higher Education World University Rankings)
• Some of the courses offered by the university like Marine and Freshwater Biology, Ecology,  Infectious Diseases, Hospitality and Leisure Management, Plant and Animal Science, Agriculture and Forestry, etc are some of the best in Australia.
• Moreover, the university is well known for research in global warming: public healthcare, tourism, and marine sciences.
• Apart from this, JCU has an inter-campus exchange program and offers a supportive study environment to students.

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