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Monash Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend

Offered by Australian Government / Monash University

Monash's Australian Government RTP stipend pays AUD 41,100 per year in 2027, with international rounds in March and July and separate tuition scholarship options.

Current status

Applications open

Monash RTP Stipend applications run in four rounds each year. International rounds close 31 March and 31 July. The 2027 stipend rate is AUD 41,100 per year.

Last verified: 22 September 2026

Next review: 1 March 2027

Quick facts

Current statusApplications open
Study destinationAustralia
Degree levelMaster's, PhD
FundingFully Funded|Partially Funded
DeadlineVaries by course/country
DurationStandard research-degree scholarship duration under Monash rules
Study subjectsArts & Humanities, Business & Management, Computer Science & IT, Education, Engineering & Technology, Environment & Earth Sciences, Health & Medicine, Law, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences
Last checked22 September 2026

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How much is Monash RTP in 2027?

AUD 41,100 per year for the standard full-time stipend.

Can international students apply?

Yes. Monash lists international students as eligible for the RTP Stipend.

Does the stipend automatically pay tuition?

No. International tuition coverage comes from a separate fee scholarship/package.

When are international deadlines?

Current Monash guidance lists 31 March and 31 July international rounds.

What does this scholarship actually cover?

A competitive Australian Government living stipend for Monash Research Masters and PhD students, with separate tuition scholarships available for international candidates.

TuitionConditional
Living stipendAUD 41,100 / year
AccommodationPartial
TravelPartial
Health insuranceConditional
Visa costsNot covered

Other verified benefits

AUD 41,100 annual living stipend for 2027 and relocation allowance of AUD 2,000 for eligible overseas moves. International students may package the stipend with a tuition scholarship such as Monash International Tuition Scholarship.

Costs not confirmed or not covered

The RTP Stipend alone does not automatically guarantee international tuition coverage or OSHC. International candidates need the relevant tuition-fee scholarship/package.

Who is eligible to apply?

Applicants must meet Monash graduate research admission, competitive scholarship-selection and English-language requirements.

International scholarship rounds close 31 March and 31 July. Applications are submitted with the research-course application and candidates are automatically considered for eligible central scholarships.

Prior educationQualification meeting Monash Research Masters/PhD admission requirements
Minimum gradeHighly competitive academic and research record
ExperienceResearch outputs and prior research experience are important
Gender requirementNo restriction
IELTSDepends on host/course
Host institution requiredYes
Supervisor approvalConditional
Admission before applicationNo

Eligible countries

Domestic and international graduate research applicants.

Language requirements

Monash graduate research English requirements apply.

Which documents should you prepare?

  • Research proposal
  • Academic transcripts
  • Degree certificate

Which documents may be required conditionally?

  • English test certificate
  • Two reference letters
  • Host supervisor commitment letter

How do you apply?

  1. Prepare the Monash graduate research application.
  2. Secure faculty/supervisor support where required.
  3. Submit course and scholarship materials together through myApp.
  4. Meet the appropriate international scholarship round deadline.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Monash RTP Stipend in 2027?

Monash publishes a 2027 full-time RTP Stipend rate of AUD 41,100 per year, plus an eligible overseas relocation allowance of AUD 2,000.

Does Monash RTP cover tuition for international students?

The RTP Stipend is primarily living support. International students may receive a separate tuition scholarship that can be packaged with the stipend, so tuition should not be assumed from the stipend alone.