Edith Cowan University (ECU) Australia Travel Scholarship 2026

Overview

Are your plans to study in the United States affected by student visa delays? Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Australia is offering a timely solution—a one-off AUD $2,000 Travel Bursary to support international students who were originally intending to pursue studies in the U.S. but are now enrolling at ECU.

This travel bursary is available to eligible students commencing a full ECU degree program in Semester 2, 2025 or Semester 1, 2026.

Whether you’re seeking new opportunities abroad or looking for financial support to ease the transition, ECU offers a welcoming academic environment in one of Australia’s most student-friendly cities.

Scholarship Level

Open to students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s (Coursework or Research), and PhD programs at Edith Cowan University.

Fields of Study

All academic disciplines offered at ECU are eligible under this bursary program.

Scholarship Benefits

• Value: AUD $2,000 (one-time payment)

• Purpose: To assist with travel and relocation expenses

• Disbursement: Paid directly to the student’s nominated Australian bank account after the census date of their first semester

This bursary is tailored for students who:

• Had originally planned to study in the United States

• Were impacted by U.S. student visa delays

• Are beginning a full-time degree at ECU in Australia

Who Can Apply?

This bursary is open to international students of all nationalities, except citizens and permanent residents of Australia or New Zealand.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be classified as an international student

• Hold a valid Subclass 500 Student Visa

• Be commencing their first degree program (Bachelor, Master, or PhD) at ECU in Semester 2, 2025 or Semester 1, 2026

• Study on-campus at ECU’s Joondalup, Mount Lawley, or ECU City campuses

• Not be in receipt of any government-funded scholarships or industry sponsorships

• Provide documentation proving intention to study in the U.S., such as:

  • A submitted application to a U.S. university, or

  • An official offer letter from a U.S. institution

Application Process

No separate scholarship application is required. To be considered:

1. Apply for admission into a full ECU degree program

2. Submit relevant documentation demonstrating prior intent to study in the U.S.

3. Enroll and pay tuition fees by ECU’s official deadlines

4. Remain enrolled full-time and meet census date conditions

All eligibility and award decisions are at the sole discretion of ECU.

Important Dates

• Applications Open: 29 May 2025

• Applications Close: 14 March 2026

Terms and Conditions

• Recipients must remain enrolled full-time (minimum 60 credit points per semester)

• Must remain enrolled beyond the census date of their first semester

• The $2,000 payment will be processed post-census date

• Withdrawal, loss of eligibility, or failure to meet terms may require repayment

• The bursary is non-transferable between institutions, campuses, or courses

• Cannot be combined with other ECU-funded scholarships or bursaries

Why Study at Edith Cowan University?

• Ranked among the Top Young Universities globally

• Located in Perth, one of Australia’s safest, most affordable, and livable cities

• Offers globally recognized programs in Business, IT, Engineering, Health Sciences, and more

• Welcomes a diverse, inclusive, and multicultural student community

Final Thoughts

The ECU Travel Bursary is a unique opportunity for international students whose academic plans were disrupted. It not only provides financial assistance but also a new academic home in a vibrant and world-class environment. Choose ECU and take the next step in your academic journey—reimagined, refocused, and fully supported.

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