~ 2026 New Colombo Plan Scholarship ~
Flinders University is now accepting applications from suitably qualified students for its New Colombo Plan Scholarship. It is a fully-funded scholarship for all students.
About Flinders University
Flinders University is a public university in Adelaide, South Australia. Founded in 1966, it was named in honour of navigator Matthew Flinders, who explored and surveyed the South Australian coastline in the early 19th century.
Flinders is a verdant university [citation needed] and a member of the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) Group and ranks in the 10-16 bracket in Australia and 36th in the world of those established less than 50 years.
Aim and Benefits of New Colombo Plan Scholarship
The NCP Mobility Grant will entitle the student to a funded study of up to 19 months, including language training, industry internship and/or mentorships in the Indo-Pacific region.
Requirements for New Colombo Plan Scholarship
To be eligible for a Scholarship, and to remain eligible during their Scholarship program, an Applicant must:
1. Be nominated for the NCP Scholarship Program by their home university.
2. Be an Australian citizen.
3. Not be a current citizen or permanent resident of their proposed host location(s).
4. Be enrolled in and undertaking, until completion of all study components of the NCP Scholarship Program, at least one Bachelor’s Degree or Bachelor’s Honours Degree at an Australian campus of an Australian university.
(If a scholar concludes their home degree requirements upon the completion of the mandatory study component of their NCP Scholarship Program, they may apply to DFAT for approval to continue to undertake any remaining component(s) of their NCP Scholarship Program)
5. Be between 18 and 30 years of age (inclusive) for non-Indigenous applicants, or between 18 and 35 years of age (inclusive) for Indigenous applicants, on 1 January 2026.
6. Have achieved a minimum 70 per cent graded average or equivalent for their undergraduate course at the time of application, as determined by the nominating home university.
7. Not be a previous recipient of an NCP Scholarship, and
8. Not be an employee of the branch of DFAT that administers the NCP.
Application Deadline
July 19, 2026
FAQs
1. Is the 2026 New Colombo Plan Scholarship application currently open?
As of the latest update, the 2026 New Colombo Plan (NCP) Scholarship application process has not yet officially opened to students. Applications are usually coordinated through participating Australian universities. Students are advised to regularly check updates from their university’s international office and the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
2. Who is eligible to apply for the 2026 New Colombo Plan Scholarship?
The scholarship is open to Australian undergraduate students enrolled at an Australian higher education institution. Applicants must be aged 18–28 years, be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), and plan to undertake a study, internship, or research program in the Indo-Pacific region as part of their course.
3. What benefits does the 2026 New Colombo Plan Scholarship offer?
The 2026 NCP Scholarship provides generous support, including tuition fees (where applicable), travel and living allowances, language training, insurance, and internship support. The total value of the scholarship can be up to AUD $107,000, depending on the length and location of the program.
4. How and when should students prepare for the 2026 application?
Students interested in the 2026 New Colombo Plan Scholarship should begin preparations well in advance, including maintaining a strong academic record, gaining leadership or community involvement experience, and identifying suitable Indo-Pacific host countries. Universities typically conduct internal selection rounds months before DFAT deadlines, so early engagement is strongly recommended.