Australia · Macquarie University
Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship
IELTS Requirement & Application Guide
- IELTS
- 6.5
- Components
- L 6 / R 6 / W 6 / S 6
- Level
- UG, PG
- Deadline
- Rolling with admission periods
Last verified: 2026-03
About Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship
The Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship provides up to AUD $10,000 tuition fee reduction per year for international undergraduate and postgraduate students. The scholarship is merit-based and automatically assessed based on academic results at the time of admission, requiring no separate application.
IELTS Required
| Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✗
Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 83, PTE Academic 55
Tips for Meeting the Requirement
- 1Macquarie requires IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each band. Focus on consistent performance across all components — a single score below 6.0 will mean you do not meet the requirement.
- 2Macquarie also accepts TOEFL iBT 83 and PTE Academic 55, which are among the more accessible alternative thresholds. Consider which test format best suits your strengths.
- 3Applications are assessed on a rolling basis. Submit your IELTS scores early in the admission cycle to ensure you are considered for the scholarship in the earliest assessment round.
Frequently Asked Questions
What IELTS score do I need for the Macquarie Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship?
Macquarie University requires IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each component. TOEFL iBT 83 and PTE Academic 55 are also accepted.
Does Macquarie University accept TOEFL?
Yes, Macquarie accepts TOEFL iBT 83 and PTE Academic 55 as alternatives to IELTS Academic for admission and automatic scholarship assessment.
Can I apply to Macquarie without IELTS?
You may be exempt if you have completed at least one year of study in English at a recognized institution in an English-speaking country within the last five years. Check Macquarie's English language requirements for the full list of exemptions.
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