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Scholarships available to Year 12 Students

Scholarships ranging in value from $600 to $30,000 are available to support current Year 12 students intending to continue their studies next year. Applicants are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships that they may be eligible for.

Alexander Rushall Scholarship for year 12 students undertaking a degree next year - no restrictions on the course

Scholarship details

Sponsored by Perpetual Limited
Valued at $1,800
Available for one year
Ten scholarships will be awarded in 2023

Who can apply?

Students who complete Year 12 in 2022 in a registered Victorian government school and who will commence full-time university in 2023
Students involved in school and community activities
Students who demonstrate financial need

What to include with your application

Applicant's 2022 end-of-year academic results (Step 2 of the online application form)
Applicant's confirmation of enrolment in an approved tertiary course (no restrictions on the course) – evidence will be required via email by 1 March 2023
Statements confirming the applicant’s involvement in school and community activities (Step 3 of the online application form)
Evidence of the applicant receiving Youth Allowance or holding either a Health Care Card, a Low Income Health Care Card or a Pensioner Concession Card - Centrelink Reference Number required (Step 4 of the online application form)

Application Closing Date

1 February 2023

Further information

Students will need to scan and email a copy of their confirmation of enrolment for 2023 in a full-time university course to studentscholarships@education.vic.gov.au by 1 March 2023

If you are doing teaching next year you should also apply for the George Garibaldi Turri Scholarship, or if you are doing Fine Arts next year you should also apply for the Ella Donald Service Fine Arts Memorial Scholarship

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Alice Jennings Scholarship for Year 12 female Koorie students undertaking a degree in 2023

Scholarship details

Sponsored by the Department of Education and Training
Valued at $1000
Available for the duration of the course, subject to satisfactory academic progress
One scholarship awarded each year

Who can apply?

Female Koorie students undertaking Year 12 in 2022 in a registered Victorian school and who will be commencing a full-time approved TAFE or university course in 2023, in a field that contributes to the welfare of the Koorie population (i.e. law, social work, education, psychology or applied science – health, nursing, etc
Students involved in Koorie community activities

What to include with your application

Applicant's 2022 end-of-year academic results. Results must be entered via Step 2 of the online application form and must be verified by the school principal
Applicant's confirmation of enrolment in an approved TAFE or university course. Evidence will be required via email by 1 March 2023
Statement confirming the applicant’s involvement in Koorie community activities. The statement must be included in the 'Community Activities' section (Step 3) of the online application form

Application Closing Date

1 February 2023

Further information

Students need to scan and email their 2023 enrolment confirmation in a tertiary institution to studentscholarships@education.vic.gov.au by 1 March 2023
Students awarded this scholarship in previous years need to scan and email their academic results and 2023 enrolment confirmation to studentscholarships@education.vic.gov.au by 1 March 2023

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Australian Veterans Children Assistance Trust

Scholarship details

Administered by the Australian Veterans’ Children’s Assistance Trust (AVCAT)
Valued approximately $4,000-$6,000 per year
Available for up to three years full time study (conditions apply)
Multiple scholarships awarded each year

Who can apply?

Only students who are a child or grandchild of a person who has operational service (as defined by the legislation) or three or more years of continuous full-time service, as a member of the Australian Navy, Army or Air Force
Students who are enrolled (or planning to enrol) in a full-time undergraduate, tertiary course of one or more academic years duration by attendance at an Australian tertiary institution
Students in receipt of, or eligible to receive, Centrelink payments including Youth Allowance, ABSTUDY, Austudy or an accepted means-tested Commonwealth government payment
Students who are Australian residents

What documentation you need to provide?

Copy of your birth certificate
Copy of the Veteran's service record
Evidence of the applicant receiving Youth Allowance benefits for full-time study
Applicant’s confirmation of enrolment in a full-time course at an Australian university or TAFE – the course must be of one or more academic years in length at an undergraduate level
Copy of academic results for the last 18 months
A personal statement and Academic Referee Report

Further information

There are many different schemes on offer in the scholarship. Students are requested to visit the website for information
Application forms can be obtained the website: www.avcat.org.au
Telephone: (02) 9213 7999
Email: info@avcat.org.au
Website: www.avcat.org.au

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Dafydd Lewis Trust Scholarships for Year 12 boys

Scholarship details

Applications are open until Friday 27 January 2023
Administered by Equity Trustees
Valued at $10,000 per year for three years only
Dafydd Lewis Trust scholarships are only available to boys
Multiple new scholarships awarded each year

Who can apply?

The Dafydd Lewis Trust provides equity and merit-based scholarships of $10,000 a year for 3 years to young men who might not have otherwise received a University education due to the limited financial resources of their parents
All applicants will need to complete a means test to be eligible
Applicants who are under 19 years of age on 1st January 2023 (i.e. not yet 20) – exceptions apply for holders of humanitarian visas

What documentation you need to provide?

Proof of the applicant’s parents'/guardians' financial status
Written report/statement from applicant
Written report/statement from principal
Evidence of the applicant’s ATAR score (when available)

How to apply

The online application form and further information can be found at www.dafyddlewis.com.au
Applications close 27 January 2023

Further information

The Dafydd Lewis Trust was established in 1942 and the first scholarships were awarded in 1943. Since its inception the Trust has awarded more than 1,100 scholarships
Information and the online application can be found at www.dafyddlewis.com.au
Telephone: 03 8623 5000
Email: charitabletrusts@eqt.com.au

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Dammery Educational Tertiary Trust Scholarships

Scholarship details

Sponsored by Equity Trustees Limited
Scholarships for Tertiary studies are available valued at $2,500
Available for one year

Who can apply?

Students who complete Year 12 in 2022 in a registered Victorian government school
Students commencing full-time university in 2023
Families or students who demonstrate financial need

What to include with your application

Applicant's 2022 end-of-year academic results (Step 2 of the online application form)
Students will need to scan and email a copy of their 2023 confirmation of enrolment in a full-time tertiary course to studentscholarships@education.vic.gov.au by 1 March 2023
Evidence of the applicant receiving Youth Allowance (Step 4 of the online application form)

Application Closing Date

1 February 2023

Further information

Martha McKay - nee Dammery, was born in Windsor on 3rd March, 1880 as the second daughter and youngest of the five children of Edward Dammery and Eliza Jane Barr
Martha's brother, Thomas Dammery was a school teacher, headmaster and regional inspector of schools in the Ballarat area. He was a firm believer in State Education
It is believed that her mother's illiteracy and advocacy of education, and her brother's role as a teacher, led Martha to leave her money to create the Dammery Educational Trust for those who might otherwise not have the opportunity for continued education

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Ella Donald Service Fine Arts Memorial Scholarships for Year 12 students undertaking a Fine Arts degree in 2023

Scholarship details

Sponsored by the Department of Education and Training
Valued at $1000
Available for the duration of the course, subject to satisfactory academic progress
Several scholarships awarded each year

Who can apply?

Students who complete VCE in 2022 in a registered Victorian government school
Students who will commence a full-time fine arts degree or diploma in 2023. If you are not undertaking a full-time arts degree or diploma, please do not apply for this scholarship as you are not eligible
Students under 21 years of age who demonstrate financial need

What to include with your application

Applicant's 2022 end-of-year academic results (Step 2 of the online application form. Must be verified by the school principal)
Applicant's 2023 confirmation of enrolment in a full-time fine arts course – evidence will be required via email by 1 March 2023
Evidence of the applicant receiving Youth Allowance (Step 4 of the online application form. Centrelink Reference Number required)

Application Closing Date

1 February 2023

Further information

Students will need to scan and email a copy of their 2023 confirmation of enrolment to studentscholarships@education.vic.gov.au by 1 March 2023
Students awarded this scholarship in previous years will need to scan and email their re-enrolment confirmation for 2023 and a copy of their 2022 end of year results to studentscholarships@education.vic.gov.au by 1 March 2023

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Francis Gregory Foundation Scholarship for Year 12 students

Scholarship details

Administered by Francis Gregory Foundation Trustees
Valued at $6,000 per year (subject to annual review)
Available for the duration of the student’s undergraduate degree
Two scholarships awarded each year

Who can apply?

Registered VCE students who are Australian citizens
VCE students who achieve an ATAR score greater than 80
VCE students who intend to undertake a full-time degree at any university in Australia
Students who are residents of Victoria and live in an FZ zone (as defined by the Victorian Government Department of Planning and Community Development) and whose parents own the property from which the main family income is derived
Students who can demonstrate financial hardship in relation to pursuing University studies

What information you need to provide

Application form
Written report/statement from applicant
Written report/statement from principal and referees
Evidence of the applicant’s ATAR score (when available)
Signed parent's financial statement document

Further information

The Francis Gregory Foundation was established in 2012 and the first scholarships were awarded in 2013. The scholarship has been established to provide financial support to children of primary producers, to assist them to undertake University undergraduate studies by reducing financial barriers
For further information visit www.francisgregory.org.au or telephone: 0438 254177

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Frederick Richard O’Connell Scholarship for year 12 students

Scholarship details

Administered by Equity Trustees Limited
Valued at up to $5,000 per scholarship
Available for one year

Who can apply?

Students commencing or continuing a full-time degree or accredited course at a Victorian university
Students who demonstrate good character, personality, academic achievement and proficiency at sport

What to include with your application

Confirmation of enrolment in an approved degree or accredited course at a Victorian university
Evidence of the applicant's parent/guardian Timber Merchants Association (Victoria) membership details (if applicable)

Further information

Application guidelines and access to the Application form can be obtained from Equity Trustees Limited's website: www.eqt.com.au
Telephone: Equity Trustees Philanthropy Services on 1300 133 432
Email: charities@eqt.com.au

Applications closed 01/02/2023

George Garibaldi Turri Scholarships for Year 12 students undertaking a teaching degree next year

Scholarship details

Managed by the Department of Education and Training
Valued at $2680 for the first year
Available for the duration of the course up to four years, subject to satisfactory academic progress
Multiple scholarships awarded each year

Who can apply?

Students who complete Year 12 in 2022 in a registered Victorian government school and will commence a full-time course in teacher education in 2023
Only students commencing a teaching degree in 2022 are eligible. If you are not undertaking a teaching degree in 2023, please consider applying for other scholarships as you are not eligible for the George Garibaldi Turri Scholaship
Students involved in school and community activities
Students who demonstrate financial need

What to include with your application

Applicant's 2022 end-of-year academic results (Step 2 of the online application form)
Applicant's 2023 confirmation of enrolment in an approved teacher education course – evidence of enrolment to be emailed by 1 March 2023
Statements confirming the applicant’s involvement in school and community activities (Step 3 of the online application form)
Evidence of the applicant receiving Youth Allowance (Step 4 of the online application form. Centrelink Reference Number required)

Application Closing Date

1 February 2023

Further information

Students will need to scan and email their 2022 enrolment confirmation to studentscholarships@education.vic.gov.au by 1 March 2023
Students awarded this scholarship in previous years need to scan and email their 2021 academic results and re-enrolment confirmation for 2023 to studentscholarships@education.vic.gov.au by 1 March 2023
Amount adjusted annually in line with Commonwealth Retail Price Index
If you are not commencing a teaching degree in 2023, please do not apply as you are not eligible

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Glenn Moorhead Memorial Scholarship for Year 12 students undertaking a degree next year

Scholarship details

Sponsored by the Rail, Tram and Bus Union, Locomotive Division
Valued at $600
Available for one year
One scholarship awarded each year

Who can apply?

Students who complete Year 12 in 2022 in a registered Victorian school and who will commence full-time tertiary education in 2023 (no restrictions on the course)
Only students with a parent/guardian who is a financial member of the Rail, Tram and Bus Union, Locomotive Division are eligible
Students involved in school and community activities

What to include with your application

Applicant's 2022 end-of-year academic results (Step 2 of the online application form)
Statements confirming the applicant’s involvement in school and community activities (Step 3 of the online application form)
Applicant's 2023 confirmation of enrolment in a tertiary course – evidence will be required via email by 1 March 2023
Evidence that the parent/guardian is a financial member of the Rail, Tram and Bus Union, Locomotive Division - (Step 4 of the online application form: member details required)

Application Closing Date

1 February 2023

Further information

Students will need to scan and email a copy of their confirmation of enrolment for 2022 to studentscholarships@education.vic.gov.au by 1 March 2023

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Ken Matthews Memorial Scholarship for Year 12 students undertaking a degree next year

Scholarship details

Sponsored by the Rail, Tram and Bus Union, Locomotive Division
Valued at $600
Available for one year
One scholarship awarded each year

Who can apply?

Students who complete Year 12 in 2022 in a registered Victorian school and who will commence full-time tertiary education in 2023 (no restrictions on the course)
Only students with a parent/guardian who is a financial member of the Rail, Tram and Bus Union, Locomotive Division are eligible
Students involved in school and community activities

What to include with your application

Applicant's 2022 end-of-year academic results (Step 2 of the online application form)
Statements written by the applicant confirming their involvement in school and community activities (Step 3 of the online application form)
Applicant's confirmation of enrolment in an approved tertiary course for 2023 – evidence will be required via email by 1 March 2023
Evidence that the parent/guardian is a financial member of the Rail, Tram and Bus Union, Locomotive Division - member details required (Step 4 of the online application form)

Application Closing Date

1 February 2023

Further information

Students will need to scan and email a copy of their confirmation of enrolment for 2023 in an approved tertiary course to studentscholarships@education.vic.gov.au by 1 March 2023

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Margaret Schofield Memorial Scholarship (1) Music Performance for Year 12 students

Scholarship details

Administered by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA)
Valued at $7000
Available for the first year of the student’s course in music performance
One or more scholarships awarded each year in each category

Who can apply?

Students who complete VCE in 2022 in Music Performance as a soloist and/or Music Investigation as a soloist and/or VCE VET Music Industry (Performance) as a soloist
Students attending a Victorian government school
Students who can demonstrate a commitment to music in recent years and to a future career in music performance

What information you need to provide

Submit online application to VCAA (available from VCAA website)
VCE results for Music studies listed above

Application Opening Date

Applications are now open

Application Closing Date

16 November 2022

Further information

This scholarship was established by the family of the late Margaret Schofield in recognition of her achievements as a musician and her commitment to music education, and is coordinated by the VCAA
Application forms can be obtained from www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/excellenceawards/schofield_award.aspx#H3N10075
Telephone: VCAA on (03) 9032 1629

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Margaret Schofield Memorial Scholarship (2) Music Composition for Year 12 students

Scholarship details

Administered by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA)
Valued at $7000
Available for the first year of the student’s course in music composition at an approved tertiary institution
One or more scholarships awarded each year in each category

Who can apply?

Students who complete VCE in 2022 in Music Style and Composition, Music Investigation and/or VCE VET Music Industry (Performance) where students have included an original work in their performance examination program
Students attending a Victorian government school
Students who can demonstrate a commitment to music in recent years and to a future career in music composition

What to include with your application

Submit an online application form to VCAA (available on the VCAA website)
VCE results for any or all of the above Music studies

Application Opening Date

Applications are now open

Application Closing Date

16 November 2022

Further information

This scholarship was established by the family of the late Margaret Schofield in recognition of her achievements as a musician and her commitment to music education, and is coordinated by the VCAA
Application forms can be obtained from www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/excellenceawards/schofield_award.aspx#H3N10075
Telephone: VCAA on (03) 9032 1629

Applications closed 01/02/2023

Mary Jane Lewis Trust Scholarship for Year 12 girls

Scholarship details

Administered by Equity Trustees
Applications are open until Friday 27 January 2023
Valued at $10,000 per year for three years only
Mary Jane Lewis Trust Scholarship Foundations scholarships are only available to girls
Multiple new scholarships awarded each year

Who can apply?

Female students who intend to undertake a full-time degree at university in 2023 - there are no restrictions on courses a student can study
Students whose parents'/guardians' joint gross income does not exceed the permissible threshold (refer to www.maryjanelewis.com.au)
There is no age restriction for applicants, however please note the restrictions regarding secondary education

What to include with your application

Proof of the applicant’s parents'/guardians' financial status
Written report/statement from applicant
Written report/statement from principal
Evidence of the applicant’s ATAR score (when available)

Further information

Further information can be obtained at www.maryjanelewis.com.au
Email: charitabletrusts@eqt.com.au

Applications closed 01/02/2023

The David Burgess Foundation Award

Scholarship details

Administered by the David Burgess Foundation
Valued at approximately $5000
Available for the duration of the student’s course
Awarded to three students annually

Who can apply?

Students who complete Year 12 and who have had to struggle to overcome adversity, shown commitment to their own goals and to those of the community
Students who demonstrate financial need

What documentation you need to provide?

A written statement from the principal outlining your achievements
Evidence of the applicant receiving Youth Allowance

Application Closing Date

28 October 2022

Further information

For further information and to apply for this scholarship, visit Equity Trustees: David Burgess Foundation

The award will go towards the cost of tertiary education, support and guidance from mentors

Telephone: 1300 133 472

Email: Contact Equity Trustees

Applications closed 01/02/2023