When you log into the Scholarships and Grants Application Portal our system automatically finds the scholarships that match your details. Once logged, in complete the Eligibility form and click 'View Programs' to see the scholarships and grants that match your information. You will be able to manage all your scholarship and grant applications in one place.
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With over one hundred scholarships and grants on offer, you will find one matching your personal circumstances.
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Category FoundationDescription Available for Higher Education students undertaking accounting studies at the Gippsland Campus, who reside in the Gippsland region. This scholarship is to the value of $3,500 annually over the duration of the course (3 years).Locations Gippsland
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Category FoundationDescription This scholarship is open to a female student undertaking civil engineering studies at the Gippsland Campus. Applicants must live within the South Gippsland Shire Council.Locations Gippsland
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Category FoundationDescription Available for students who are undertaking civil engineering studies at the Gippsland Campus. Applicants must live within the Gippsland region with preference given to applicants who live within the Wellington Shire. The scholarship is valued at $3,000.Locations Gippsland
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Category DeadlyDescription The Deadly Relocation/Accommodation Costs Scholarship (ICACS) aims to improve higher education access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’, particularly for those who need to relocate from regional and remote areas in order to access study.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category DeadlyDescription The Deadly Education Costs Scholarship (ICECS) aims to improve higher education access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category GrantDescription The FedSuccess Book Grant provides financial support to purchase text books and other materials. Eligible students are provided with a $200 credit to assist with the cost of textbooks.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category GrantDescription The FedSuccess Hardship Support Grant aims to provide assistance to students facing significant financial hardship which is impacting their program participation and progression.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online; Wimmera
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Category GrantDescription The FedSuccess Placement Grant supports eligible Domestic Undergraduate students who otherwise would not be able to complete required placement and prevent program progression.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category GrantDescription The Mid-Year FedSuccess Computer Grant assists students who do not have a laptop or require an update to their laptop to undertake their course. Eligible students receive a computer grant voucher to access an allocated laptop from a CompNow store.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription As a trusted supplier of advanced materials for industries such as aerospace, technology, healthcare, and energy, Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) has long been focused on the industrial applications and development trends of rare metals. To explore the potential of rare metals fully, we invite outstanding students to join us in discussing their applications and future directions. We are also proud to announce the establishment of the 2025 College Scholarship by Stanford Advanced Materials to support students who demonstrate excellence in this field.Locations
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Category FedAchieversDescription Awarded to high-performing undergraduate continuing students going into the final year of their (3 or 4 year) undergraduate degree, including those embarking on an honours year.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category FedExcellenceDescription At Federation University Australia we know our students thrive in an environment that rewards dedication, ambition and a drive to succeed. If you have an ATAR of 85+, you are eligible to apply!Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online; Wimmera
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Category FedExcellenceDescription Awarded to women commencing an undergraduate science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) program with the highest ATAR score above 80.00.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category FedSuccessDescription The FedSuccess - Relocation Grant provides support for commencing students who need to travel or relocate to study at one of our regional campuses.Locations Ballarat; Gippsland
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Category FedSuccessDescription The FedSuccess Study Start Scholarship is awarded to students who have overcome hardship in order to be offered a place at Federation University. It is open to domestic commencing undergraduate students and is awarded on the basis of demonstrated hardship.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription The Pinarc Disability Support Allied Health Bursary Scheme supports career pathways to speech pathology, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy employment within the disability sector in either regional Ballarat or western metropolitan Melbourne (Melton). This scheme supports final year allied health students with a commitment to working in the disability sector by providing financial assistance and work experience opportunities as therapy assistants whilst completing the final year of their degree. Bursaries valued at $10,000 each are available to be awarded to final year allied health students studying speech pathology, occupational therapy, or physiotherapy in Victoria. Bursary recipients are required to commit to a full time two-year return of service at Pinarc Disability Support’s Ballarat or Melton site upon completion of their degree. .Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships support new undergraduate and postgraduate teaching students to meet the costs of their study in exchange for teaching in government schools or government-run early learning settings for a period of time after graduating from their degree. Scholarships of $40,000 per student are available for full-time undergraduate initial teacher education (ITE) students ($10,000 per year for a four-year qualification) and $20,000 for full-time postgraduate ITE students ($10,000 per year for a two‑year qualification).Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription We’re excited to offer two $2,000 scholarships—one for a high school student in Year 11 or 12 and one for a college or university student.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! Apply now for the 2026 Elevate: Boosting diversity in STEM program! Elevate provides: A generous scholarship Undergraduate category – up to $30,000 over up to 3 years Postgraduate category – up to $150,250 over up to 3.5 years Leadership category – up to $70,000 over up to 2 years Access to skill building workshops Access to peer mentoring and networking events Access to 24/7 wellbeing and psychosocial support Applications for the 2026 Elevate program close at 9:00am (AEST) Monday 1 September 2025.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription The Equity Rural Placement Scholarship Program is an initiative to provide financial assistance to students experiencing financial hardship to undertake placements/work integrated learning activities in rural and remote settings.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category Government Funded ScholarshipsDescription The Federation Excellence Scholarship is offered to eligible high achieving international students applying for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. This scholarship is the equivalent of 20% of your annual tuition fees for the duration of your course. To maintain the scholarship an awardee must maintain a GPA of at least 5 while studying.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland
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Category Government Funded ScholarshipsDescription Federation University Australia is pleased to offer a Pathways Scholarship to international students who commence in a Federation University pathway course in 2024. The Federation Pathways Scholarship is equivalent to 20% of the annual tuition fees of a pathway course such as Foundation or Higher Education Diploma.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland
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Category ExternalDescription The Going Rural - Student Placement Support Scheme has been developed to assist students with the associated costs of accommodation and travel when completing a clinical placement in a rural setting across Hume, Ovens, Murray, Goulburn, Ballarat and Grampians regionLocations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland
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Category Government Funded ScholarshipsDescription This scholarship supports students who choose to live in University accommodation in Victoria and is valued at $1000 per semester for two semesters (total annual value $2000 AUD).Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland
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Category ExternalDescription As part of our community support program, Jade Finance Australia is awarding a $5000 academic scholarship to support tertiary studies students in advancing their studies. The Jade Finance Scholarship will be awarded to the applicant, selected by our expert panel, who has been judged to have submitted the most outstanding written response to our selection criteria.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription The King and Amy O’Malley Trust Fund awards Australia wide, annual undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships to students enrolled in, or applying for, tertiary Home Economics or related programs - e.g. Primary and/or Secondary Teaching, Nutrition and Dietetics, Child and Family Studies, Food Science, Community Studies and Consumer Science.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription Larsen Jewellery recognises the need to support and educate young adults wishing to begin a career in jewellery, design or visual arts; or who wish to further their studies in a jewellery, design or visual arts related course.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription MDTdesign is committed to fostering creativity and excellence in the fields of jewellery design, jewellery manufacturing, and visual arts. To support aspiring designers and craftspeople, we are proud to offer a $3,000 scholarship to assist with University or TAFE tuition fees for eligible applicants. This scholarship is designed for individuals passionate about expanding their knowledge in jewellery design, jewellery manufacturing, or a related field.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription The Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) is a one off payment of up to $5,000. It’s to help eligible students with the cost of moving to study. This is for study after you’ve finished year 12 or equivalent. To get the payment you must move from a regional or remote area for tertiary study. Regional areas are places that aren’t in or near a major city. You can check if your family home is in a regional or remote area using the Student Regional Area Search. You can still claim TAP if you get ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance or Relocation Scholarship in your first year of study.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription The Masters of Psychology – Rural Placement Program was established in 2016. The program aims to grow the rural workforce by supporting students to undertake rural placements and building the capacity of host sites and supervisors to support students. This program is funded by the Australian Government Rural Health Multidisciplinary Training program. Support provided can include financial assistance/bursary (eligibility criteria applies), education support, mentoring assistance, cultural training, support to supervisors, placement matching & placement development.Locations Ballarat
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Category ExternalDescription The Pinnacle Foundation is Australia's LGBTQIA+ education charity. We provide multi-year scholarships, mentoring, and career opportunities to young LGBTQIA+ Australians, helping them realise their full potential in any professional field, trade, or the arts. Our scholarships are made possible by generous individuals and organisations who are committed to creating a more equitable and inclusive future.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription At NickIreland.com, we are dedicated to nurturing the talents of tomorrow’s jewellery designers and visual artists. Whether you’re just beginning your creative journey or advancing your expertise, our $3,500 scholarship is here to support your passion for the arts and help make your educational goals a reality. What’s the Scholarship All About? We believe that the future of jewellery, design, and visual arts lies in the hands of individuals like you—people with vision, creativity, and a drive to innovate. Our scholarship offers a $3,500 contribution towards the tuition fees of one student currently studying or planning to study in an accredited jewellery, design, or visual arts course at a University or TAFE in Australia.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription Established in 1903, the Rhodes Scholarship is the world's oldest and most prestigious international scholarship program. Each year, nine scholarships are offered to Australians to enrol in graduate study at the University of Oxford.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online
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Category ExternalDescription Victoria’s food and beverage industry showcases and is known for world-class food and drinks to local and global audiences. The Victorian TAFE Hospitality Scholarships program was introduced to address shortages of skilled labour in the Victorian hospitality industry in both regional and metropolitan Victoria and to support new talent with career opportunities. The value of the scholarship is $10,000 per successful applicant.Locations Ballarat
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Category ExternalDescription AVCAT scholarships, including the Long Tan Bursaries, are tertiary scholarships for the children and grandchildren of Australian ex-serving veterans. Scholarships are $4000–$6000 per year, for up to three years.Locations Ballarat; Berwick; Gippsland; Online