Mark Australia as the next destination. The applications are now open for the Young Professional Fellowship Australia 2026. YPF Australia is going to take place in Melbourne from 10th to 13th February 2026. The YPF Australia is a 4-day program open to candidates from around the world. Importantly, IELTS is not required, and applicants from diverse backgrounds are eligible to apply. YPF is offering 20 fully funded, 50 partially funded, and 20 Free forum access. The YPF will also award a prize of $1,000 (USD) to the outstanding fellow of the program. Key past events of the Young Professional Fellowship (YPF) held in Turkey, Uzbekistan, the Maldives, Bangkok, Nepal, Canada, and Bali. More details are below.
Details About Young Professional Fellowship Australia 2026
- Host Country: Australia
- Location: Melbourne
- Program Dates: 10th to 13th February 2026
- Duration: 4 Days
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 5th December 2025
Also Check: HZB International Summer Program 2026 in Germany (Fully Funded)
Number of Seats
- Fully Funded Seats: 20
- Partially Funded Seats: 50
- Free Forum Access (100% on Fee): 20
- Self-Funded Seats: 130
Financial Benefits
The Scholarship covers:
- Airfare Tickets
- Accommodation (For Fully/Partial funded only)
- Meals during the conference days (For Fully/Partial/free forum access only)
- Visa Assistance/Invitation letter
- Group activities
- Awards & Certifications
- Signatory campaign
- Cultural Presentation
- Gala Night
- 100% scholarship on fellowship fee (For Fully/Partial/free forum access only).
Free Forum Access (100% Scholarship on Program Fee)
This new category has been added, which means 20 applicants will attend the Conference free of cost. They dont need to pay the conference fees. They will cover their own flight, visa, and accommodation.
Note: If you are unsuccessful in securing a scholarship, you can still attend the program as a self-funded delegate. The fee for a self-funded delegate would be approximately $500-$600 (tentative, excluding accommodation).
Award Prize
The best delegate of the program will receive a prize of $1,000 (USD).
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all Nationals.
- Must be 18 years and above.
- Applicants from all academic and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Open to students, young professionals, entrepreneurs, and social leaders who are passionate about leadership, diplomacy, or community development.
- Language Proficiency:
- No IELTS/TOEFL required.
- Proficiency in English is essential for participation and comprehension.
Past Events by YPF
Timeline to Remember
- Deadline to Apply: December 5th, 2025
- Results Declaration: December 15th, 2025
- Deadline to Confirm Participation: December 25th, 2025
- Dispatchment of Invitation Letters: December 30th, 2025
- YPF Australia: February 10th-13th, 2026
Also Check: List of US Exchange Programs in 2026 (Fully Funded)
Application Fee
The application processing fee is $22 (USD) (non-refundable).
How to Apply for the YPF Australia 2026?
Make an online application from the YPF Website here. The link to the official website is below.
APPLY FOR THE YPF AUSTRALIA (MELBOURNE)
