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How to apply for a UniSC scholarship

Semester 1, 2025 scholarship applications are now open.

Applying is easy. For domestic students, you only need to submit one application form to be considered for most UniSC scholarships and bursaries.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application by 28 February 2025.

The following application process will apply during the Semester 1 and Semester 2 scholarship application periods:

Simply log in to the ApplyUSC portal: 

  • If you don't have UniSC login details, create an account. You can apply for a scholarship before you receive your offer to study.
  • If you are a new or continuing student, sign in using your UniSC username and password. Where you are asked for an application number, add your student ID number.

Complete and submit the application form, including the required supporting documentation and we will assess which scholarships you are eligible for.

Use the scholarships finder to search for all other scholarships. Check the eligibility requirements and application process for each one. Several scholarships and bursaries (including external scholarships) require individual application forms. You will find these forms on the relevant scholarship page.

What supporting documentation will I need?

You may need to supply some of the following documentation to be considered for certain scholarships or bursaries. We recommend that you prepare the materials that apply to you before you start the application process. The below list is a guide and you’ll be prompted through your application for specific documentation depending on the information you provide. Other information may be required for individual scholarships so make sure you read each application carefully.

Personal Statement:

  • A personal statement is where you’ll outline your community service, volunteering and/or leadership experience (no documents necessary)

Financial need:

  • Three recent consecutive payslips 
  • Centrelink statement
  • Three recent payslips from partner 
  • Other income information (eg rental income)

Medical reasons (one or a combination of the below):

  • Medical report from your doctor/psychologist
  • Centrelink statement showing Disability Pension
  • Learning Access Plan (LAP) from AccessAbility Services

Indigenous heritage (one or a combination of the below):

  • Confirmation of Aboriginality (COA)
  • Centrelink statement showing receipt of ABSTUDY
  • Statutory declaration (contact Buranga Centre)

Living status:

  • Sole Parent - Centrelink statement showing the percentage of care (of dependents)
  • Carer - Centrelink statement showing Carer Payment/Allowance

Application dates

Semester 1, 2025

The main round of applications for Semester 1 2025 scholarships are now open  and close on 30 November 2024.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application by 28 February 2025.

Semester 2, 2024

Semester 2 2024 scholarship applications are now closed.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application by close of business Monday, 2 September 2024.

Support for students undertaking Work integrated learning (WIL)

Scholarships and bursaries can provide financial support when you are undertaking mandatory work placements to relieve financial pressures and allow you more time to focus on your study.

Headstart students
Complete the 'Headstart Scholarship' section on your Headstart application form.
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Study Overseas scholarships and grants

External and internal UniSC grants and OS Help loans are available for assistance with travel and in-country living costs.

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Scholarships for First Nations students

Additional scholarship information for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students.

Research students

Information for domestic and international Higher Degree by Research students.

International students

Refer to 'scholarships for international students' and check with your home institution or government to find out if other scholarship options are available.

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External scholarships and awards

Links to the wide range of external scholarships available to students.