
A reminder for Year 12 students about Tax File Numbers
Prospective university students are encouraged to apply early for a Tax File Number (TFN). Students who gain entry to a university course must have a TFN to be able to defer their fee payment through HECS-HELP, FEE-HELP or the VET Student Loan (to pay later through the tax system). There are several ways to apply for a TFN. Visit the Australian Tax Office website for details. You need to apply early as it will take some time to receive your TFN
Access and Equity Schemes for entry to university
These schemes are to assist applicants who have experienced some form of educational disadvantage, particularly financial difficulties. Some of these schemes provide bonus points to aid entry to courses and/or scholarships. Some of these schemes use QTAC’s Education Access Scheme (EAS) as part of the application process.
Australian Catholic University (ACU)-ACU Equity Bursaries are now open and will close on 13 December 2017.
CQUniversity (CQU) – The application due date for many of CQU’s Equity scholarships and financial support is 31 December 2017.
Griffith University – Griffith’s Uni Start Equity Scholarships are now open and will close on 10 December 2017.
James Cook University (JCU) – Round one of JCU’s Access Fund scholarships open on 1 November 2017.
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) – All eligible low-income applicants are encouraged to apply for QUT’s Equity Scholarships Scheme. Applications for this scheme will open in late September 2017. Q-Step applicants are automatically considered for this scheme when they apply for QTAC’s Educational Access Scheme, Financial category.
University of Queensland – The UQ-Link Program is for applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage caused by financial hardship. Applicants are automatically considered for this scheme when they apply for QTAC’s Educational Access Scheme, Financial category.
University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) – USC Equity Bursaries are now open for studies commencing in Semester one, 2018. Applications close on 30 November 2017.
University of Southern Queensland (USQ) – Find out about USQ’s Endowment Fund Bursaries and USQ Equity Scholarship here.
Commonwealth Scholarships
There are three types of Commonwealth scholarships:
Student Start-Up Loan –This loan is available to eligible full-time students in higher education who receive Youth Allowance, Austudy or ABSTUDY Living Allowance. It is not paid automatically. You must apply for it. The loan is administered by Centrelink. See the website for more information about this loan.
Relocation Scholarship – This is an annual payment to help eligible ABSTUDY or Youth Allowance students with their higher education if they have relocated to or from a regional or remote area to study. This loan is administered by Centrelink. More information can be accessed on the website.
Indigenous Commonwealth Scholarships - These scholarships assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from low socio-economic backgrounds, particularly those from rural and regional areas. They are administered on behalf of the Commonwealth Government by eligible universities. Contact the institution you have applied to for more information.
CQUniversity (CQU) scholarships guide
Download the 2018 Scholarships Guidehere (scroll down to find the guide). Scholarship information is also available on the Scholarships webpage. This site has a search function.
CQUniversity (CQU) Vice-Chancellor’s Pathways Scholarship Program
This scholarship program recognises and rewards students who have undertaken and successfully completed prior study in one of the pathway options available at CQU – SUN, STEPS, TEP or VET programs. The VC’s Pathways Scholarship program aims to assist students with the costs of university as they continue their learning journey and transition into a CQU degree in 2018. It is valued at $18,000 for up to 4.5 years full-time (up to $6,000 per year). The application closing date is 28 January 2018. More information will be available on the Scholarships page shortly.
Griffith University’s Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarships
The Deans Sir Samuel Griffith and the Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarships are awarded to school leavers with outstanding academic records and high-level leadership and community engagement. These scholarships are worth from $24,000 - $60,000 and include membership of the Griffith Honours College. Applications for these scholarships close on 10 December 2017. Find out more about the full range of scholarships at Griffith at https://www.griffith.edu.au/scholarships.
Le Cordon Bleu Australia B Business scholarships
Le Cordon Bleu Australia, with campuses in Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney, offers tuition fee reduction scholarships valued at $30,000 dispersed over three years for each of the following programs:
- B Business (Hotel Management)
- B Business (Restaurant Management)
- B Business (Tourism Management)
- B Business (Convention and Event Management)
- B Business (Food Entrepreneurship).
Applications for the scholarships close 1 December 2017. Visit the website for more information.
Local Sporting Champions program
This program provides financial assistance for young people aged 12 – 18 years towards the cost of competing, coaching or officiating at an official national sporting organisation endorsed state, national or international sporting championships or a School Sport Australia state or national championships. To find out more, visit the website.
QUT Business Scholarships
The Queensland University of Technology’s (QUT) Business School offers the following undergraduate scholarships for school leavers commencing their studies in 2018.
- Corporate Partners in Excellence – This scholarship is valued at $36,000 paid in semester instalments over three years. It includes two 15-week internships with QUT corporate partners. Applications close on 17 November 2017.
- Dean’s Honours Program – Valued at $20,000 over four years. Other benefits include membership of the QUT College of Excellence as well as other leadership and development opportunities. Apply for the B Business (Dean's Honours Program) through QTAC (see page 47 of the 2018 Year 12 Guide.
- Business Academic Excellence Scholarship – Awarded to eligible OP 1 – 2 students. It is valued at $5,000. Other benefits include membership of the QUT College of Excellence as well as other leadership and development opportunities. Applications close on the 17 November 2017.
SAE Creative Media Institute scholarships
SAE Creative Media Institute offers scholarships to outstanding creative media applicants. There are several scholarship programs available for 2018.
Creative Media Scholarships – One full scholarship (for a Bachelor Degree program) and three partial scholarships (for Associate Degree and Bachelor Degree programs) will be offered. These are awarded to current high-achieving Year 12 students who have demonstrated outstanding scholarly ability as well as strong leadership skills and creative potential. Visit the website for more information and to download the application.
Creative Indigenous Scholarships – One full Indigenous scholarship is awarded to a current Year 12 Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student, who has shown high academic achievement, strong leadership skills and a creative passion. Visit the website for more information and to download the application.
SAE Backstage Pass - This new scholarship program offers students the opportunity to apply for partial scholarships for February 2018 entry. Scholarships are awarded to high-achieving secondary school leavers who have demonstrated outstanding scholarly ability and strong creative potential. To apply for this scholarship:
- Apply to study a SAE course
- Download and complete the scholarship application form
- Answer the following question in 250 words - ‘What will you do with your creative career?’
- Submit one piece of creative work demonstrating your creative ability via email along with your application (email to the relevant campus as listed on the application form.
Applications for these scholarships close on 30 October 2017.
Scholarships for the hospitality industry
If you are interested in a future career as a hospitality or tourism manager, you are invited to apply for a scholarship at the William Blue College of Hospitality Management, Sydney campus. Applications for 2018 are now open and will close on 23 October 2017. Visit the website for more information and to apply.
University of the Sunshine Coast’s (USC) Scholarships
USC Semester one 2018 undergraduate scholarship applications are now open and will close on 30 November 2017. USC offers scholarships based on academic merit, equity (e.g. financial hardship), sporting achievement and community activity. You can apply for most scholarships on one online application. Visit the Scholarships website for details about the various scholarships available and to access the application.