ENVISION

Uni Melbourne - The Hanson Scholarship 2022

The Hansen Scholarship Program was first introduced in 2020, and it offers 20 talented students from around Australia a generous package of accommodation, financial support, mentoring and pastoral care.

 

Eligibility criteria are:

  • be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, and be enrolled in an Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate in Australia; or
  • have applied for or be the holder of an Australian temporary or permanent protection visa, and be enrolled in an Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate in Australia; or
  • be an Australian citizen and be enrolled in an Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate outside Australia
  • be aged between 16 and 20 years of age in the year of application
  • be on track to achieve a minimum Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 90 (or the IB equivalent)
  • experience financial circumstances that present a challenge to attending The University of Melbourne. (e.g., you or your family receive Centrelink benefits)

Selection is based on:

  • Track record of academic excellence and a commitment to academic success in university studies
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve success in the face of adversity and overcome obstacles
  • Demonstrated ability to apply skills and strengths towards activities which benefit others
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and lead those around you
  • Likelihood of thriving as a Hansen Scholar and actively contributing to the Hansen Scholarship Program

Applications have opened and will close on 11 March 2021.  When an application form is submitted, the nominated academic referee will be invited to respond to referee questions via our online portal, academic referee responses due 18 March 2021. All applicants will be notified of results of the written application by May 2021.

Find out more at The Hansen Scholarship