SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE HANSEN SCHOLARSHIP
What is the Hansen Scholarship Program? Valued at over $100,000, this scholarship goes beyond generous financial support, offering on campus accommodation and access to a bespoke mentoring program to support you truly succeed at university.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
Join us for an online information session to learn more about how this scholarship program can support you during your studies at Melbourne. You'll be guided through the benefits, hear from current Hansen Scholars and be taken through how to submit a competitive application.
Book my place for 25 February 2026, 6-7pm (AEDT)
Book my place for 19 March 2026, 7-8pm (AEDT)
Eligibility details can be found here.
WOMEN OF STEM
The Women of STEM Scholarship is a national program and provides women with financial grants of $5,000 per year for the life of their degree (maximum of 5 years). In 2025, we awarded 4 (four) scholarships to exceptional female students.
ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS
Adelaide University offers a wide range of scholarships to help make higher education accessible to students from all backgrounds. A scholarship could be the support you need to start your future with confidence and work towards your career goals.
We’re here to support your studies and help you succeed – become the best you can be with an Adelaide University scholarship.
Find your scholarship here.
THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
The Narrm Scholarship Program goes beyond financial help, supporting you across all aspects of uni life.
As well as receiving a yearly living allowance, Narrm Scholars have access to tailored academic, wellbeing and career support.
You'll be automatically considered for a Narrm Scholarship when you apply for Access Melbourne, our equity entry scheme (SEAS).
What are the benefits of being a Narrm Scholar? Find out more here.
FLINDERS UNIVERSITY - ELEVATE PROGRAM
The Elevate program supports women and non-binary people to pursue careers in STEM by offering scholarships and opportunities to build skills, confidence, and leadership. Up to 500 undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships will be awarded throughout the program.
The Elevate program includes:
- A scholarship
- Skill-building workshops
- Peer mentoring and networking events
- 24/7 wellbeing and support services
Apply here.
CHANCES FOR CHILDREN
- Tertiary Scholarships - to support university, TAFE or apprenticeship studies
- Non-Tertiary Scholarships - to pursue music, sport, leadership and arts opportunities at state level or beyond
- Keeping Kids in Secondary School Scholarships - to support students studying Years 11 and 12
To learn more or to check if you’re eligible, visit our website or call us on 1300 417 618.
TERTIARY ACCESS PAYMENT (TAP)
A payment to help students with the cost of moving from regional or remote areas for tertiary study.
Find out more here.
YOU THRIVE VICTORIA
Youthrive Victoria provides opportunities for young rural Victorians to build knowledge, skills, leadership capacity and aspirations. They provide scholarships; development opportunities; mentoring; aspiration building workshops; virtual connections and wrap around care for young people.
Scholarship applications are now open. More information and how to apply can be found here.
DOXA YOUTH FOUNDATION
Doxa is a member supported charity organisation. At no cost to the participants, the program offers financial support, personal and professional development and the opportunity to secure a mentored cadetship with a study-related organisation throughout the duration of their degree.
Wraparound care - we provide holistic support to ensure students thrive academically and personally.
Professional development - workshops help participants gain valuable skills to enhance their professional employability after graduation.
Career mentoring - mentored cadetship during their university studies contextualises learning, develops professional networks and greatly enhances employment capability
Financial assistance – weekly living allowance for the duration of the university course, plus an annual educational allowance.
Find out more about DOXA here.