What scholarships are available for international students applying to the Melbourne MFin program?

Yes, there are several scholarships for international students applying to the Melbourne MFin program, and some are based purely on merit. The most well-known is the Melbourne Graduate Scholarship, which offers partial tuition fee waivers—usually between 25% to 50%, depending on your academic and professional profile.

Another one to look at is the Commerce Achievement Scholarship (if applying right after undergrad with a top GPA). There’s also the Dean’s International Management Scholarship, although it's very competitive and limited.

What helps is a strong overall application—CFA Level 1, solid academics, and a clear essay showing career direction. These scholarships don’t require separate applications in most cases, but applying early helps. Also keep an eye out for external options like Australia Awards or third-party funds based on nationality. Just don’t rely on scholarships entirely—they’re limited, and most admitted students still self-fund a good portion of tuition.