Scholarships and bursaries for commencing undergraduate students

How to apply

1. Refer to the bursary descriptor to determine which bursaries you may be eligible for. Each bursary has different eligibility and selection criteria.
2. Complete the relevant application form.
3. Scan or photocopy all supporting documentation.
4. Email your application with all supporting documentation before the closing date to scholarships@usc.edu.au
5. Late applications or any late supporting documentation will not be taken forward to the selection panel.

For PDF documents you must have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader, which can be downloaded from the Adobe Download page. Please note: Mac users must open with Adobe Acrobat to complete / submit application form.

If you require assistance with the application process please speak with an adviser in the Scholarships Office.

Contact: telephone +61 7 5430 2890 or email scholarships@usc.edu.au

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Scholarships overview

The Encouragement Foundation Rubgy Scholarships

Rugby Scholarships are available to new and continuing USC students. They are sponsored by individual donations from the Sunshine Coast Rugby Community. Individuals who want to encourage excellence in sport and education can make tax deductable donations to The Encouragement Foundation, who then ‘pool’ the money to fund these scholarships. This will enable students to focus on their sport, as well as their studies without having to worry about juggling work commitments.

This scholarship aims to promote leadership on and off the field, as well as promoting Rugby Union’s core values of teamwork, respect, enjoyment, discipline and sportsmanship.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a high level of rugby ability/potential, as well as good academic standing at high school or through tertiary education. Successful applicants will have ability or potential to play at the Colts or Open level with the Sunshine Coast Stingrays.

USC Chancellor's Scholarships

The University of the Sunshine Coast Chancellor's Scholarships are awarded to recognise, reward and encourage academic excellence.

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Renouf Family Scholarships

The Renouf Family Scholarships were established in 2008 by Sir Clem Renouf in memory of his parents for their sacrifice in giving him the best educational opportunity possible, under challenging circumstances.

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Tim Fairfax Regional Scholarships

The Tim Fairfax Regional Scholarships were established in 2008 by Mr Tim Fairfax to support students who must move away from their home residence in a regional or remote area to undertake their university studies.

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Vice-Chancellor's Merit Scholarships

The University of the Sunshine Coast Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships, awarded for the first time in 2010, are intended to recognise, reward and encourage academic excellence.

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Caloundra RSL Sub-Branch Scholarship

Established in 2005 by the Caloundra RSL Sub-Branch to assist a local person with study-related expenses.

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Jalarema Indigenous Scholarship

The Jalarema Indigenous Scholarships are awarded to Indigenous students to recognise and encourage high academic endeavour. Preference will be given to students enrolled in health care or teaching programs.

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ANZ Bank Scholarship

It is the intent of this Scholarship to encourage students who have demonstrated leadership qualities in either their school or community to undertake their undergraduate degree at the University of the Sunshine Coast.

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Westpac Sustainability Scholarship

The Westpac Sustainability Scholarship in was established in 2009 to encourage and support a student with a keen interest in sustainability. The intention of this scholarship to encourage students to consider a Major in Sustainability.

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Les and Mary Hall Family Scholarship in Engineering

This scholarship was awarded for the first time in 2009 to support a student undertaking an undergraduate program in Engineering. The scholarship was established by the Hall family to honour Les and Mary Hall.

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Poole Group Scholarship in Commerce

Established in 2005, the Poole Group Scholarship aims to support a student commencing a Bachelor of Commerce and intending a career in Accounting or Financial Planning.

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Rod and Jan Forrester Scholarship in Business

The Rod and Jan Forrester Scholarship was established in 2001 to support a student undertaking a Faculty of Business program.

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Sunshine Coast Daily Kathleen McArthur Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is to honour the memory of Kathleen McArthur, conservationist, author, educator activist and a founder of the Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland in 1962.

Kathleen McArthur worked hard to preserve the area now known as Cooloola National Park. She was named the Sunshine Coast Daily Citizen of the Century in 2002.

The intent of this scholarship is to encourage and support a student with an active interest in the environment.

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Vic Walker Memorial Scholarship

Established in 2000 by Jocelyn Walker in memory of her husband, Vic Walker, the scholarship is available to a graduate from Immanuel Lutheran College who commences a USC degree in the year immediately following their completion of secondary school.

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USC Equity bursaries for undergraduate students

The University of the Sunshine Coast offers equity bursaries to assist students from recognised equity groups such as people from low socio-economic circumstances, people with a disability or medical condition, indigenous students, students from non-English speaking backgrounds, refugees etc.

Commencing students are welcome to apply for Equity bursaries and the scholarships described above.

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Commonwealth Scholarships for Indigenous students

Indigenous students undertaking the Tertiary Preparation Pathway, their first undergraduate degree, or a graduate diploma in an area of National Priority (eg Education) who can make a case for financial hardship ^ are invited to apply for a Commonwealth Scholarship.

Refer to Commonwealth scholarships for Indigenous students for more information, including detailed scholarship information, eligibility criteria and supporting documentation required.

An application form for commencing students is in the Undergraduate Scholarships 2013 brochure (available from 1 May 2012).

Commonwealth Scholarships are indexed annually (#2012 value).

More information

For more information about scholarships at USC contact scholarships@usc.edu.au.

^ For PDF documents you must have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader, which can be downloaded from the Adobe Download page.

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