Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Round 3 applications now OPEN

Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Round 3 Applications Now Open

Applications for Round 3 of the Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships are now open and will close on Monday 12 January 2026 at 5:00pm AEDT.

Up to 1,000 scholarships are available for new undergraduate and new postgraduate students commencing a full-time accredited teaching degree in the first semester or study period of 2026. Scholarships are valued at: 

• Up to $40,000 for undergraduate teaching students
• Up to $20,000 for postgraduate teaching students

Recipients will be required to teach in government schools or government-run early learning settings for a period of time after graduation.