Scholarships and Events

Women of STEM Scholarships 2026

Scholarships for women aged 18 - 20, who are commencing an applicable** STEM related degree in 2026.

These scholarships are to -

INSPIRE high school girls to select subjects in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics
GROW future university educational opportunities for women in science, technology, engineering and math.
PROMOTE advanced STEM professional and management careers and celebrate the STEM career achievements of Australian women and make a social impact.
PROVIDE financial support for women from diverse backgrounds, independent of any political, economic, religious or social framework.

For the purposes of this scholarship, the scope of STEM is defined as Australian University degrees within the following discipline categories:

SCIENCE: Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, and Environmental Science
TECHNOLOGY: Computer Science, Information Technology, and Software Disciplines
ENGINEERING: Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Civil and Robotic Engineering
MATHEMATICS: Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analytics

Awardees receive financial grants of $5,000 per year for the life of their degree (maximum of 5 years).

Applications for 2026 Women of STEM Scholarships open on Thursday 18 December 2025 and close on Friday 6 February 2026.

**please check eligibility on the website to ensure that the degree you are undertaking qualifies for the Women of STEM scholarship program.

To find out more, and to apply, visit Women of STEM.

Narrm Scholarship Program

This scholarship provides financial, wellbeing, academic and career support to eligible Access Melbourne students. As a Narrm Scholar, students receive financial assistance, as well as get to participate in an enrichment program that includes academic, career and wellbeing support, so they can thrive at university and beyond.

To be eligible to be considered for the Narrm Scholarship, students must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a holder of an Australian permanent visa and completed Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate in Australia. Students who have applied for Access Melbourne through VTAC (SEAS) will automatically be considered for a Narrm Scholarship.

Find out more at Narrm Scholarship Program.

Westpac Young Technologists Scholarships

Awarded to up to 35 students a year, the Young Technologists Scholarship is open to talented and inquisitive CSP high school graduates looking to strengthen their passion and expertise in technology to innovate and create new opportunities and inspire good in the world of STEM.

Applicants will need to apply for approved technology-related degrees at one of five partner universities:

Students who want a diverse and exciting career working at the cutting edge of technological innovation are encouraged to apply for an eligible course at the above-mentioned universities. Successful recipients will receive $15,000 over three years to help support their undergraduate studies in technology, and will also have access to paid internships and inspiring mentors. In addition, students may receive a further $5,000 to cover the cost of attending the Disruptive Leaders Program.

Find out more at Young Technologists Scholarship or register an interest in the 2026 program here. Applications opened on 2 September 2025 and close on 13 January 2026.

We are excited to announce that ACAP University College has new scholarships available for new undergraduate students designed to offer financial support to help students focus on their studies and future goals:

Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, Criminology.

To be eligible for either scholarship, at the time of your application you must be:

A new ACAP undergraduate student
Enrolled full time in an eligible course with a duration of at least one year
An Australian citizen or permanent resident
Meet the relevant eligibility criteria

To learn more and apply, visit:ACAP Scholarships | Applying For A Scholarship

Scholarships to Study Abroad

Students are encouraged to browse Scholarships to study abroad | Top Universities.