External Scholarships
Please note that the below listed scholarships are offered by companies and organisations outside of the University of New England. The Student Scholarships team does not accept applications and are not responsible for the selection or distribution of these scholarships.
Up to $7,000 for full-time study Up to $3,500 for part-time study Full-time and part-time tertiary students currently enrolled in and have completed one year of study in a course at a recognised Australian tertiary institution or higher education provider. The grant is open to students from any industry or discipline – other eligibility to note includes: Undergraduate level for a diploma, certificate or degree Full-time enrolment status Based in Australia Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident To showcase your skills, you'll be required to write an essay about a specific topic and include answers to discussion questions within your analysis - with a maximum word count of 1,000 words in total. 27 November 2026 Students of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health Various Online application Various Students of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health Various Online application Various Medical students Various Various Various Undergraduate or postgraduate students of Nursing or Midwifery Various Various Various Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering (AINSE) Scholarships and Awards Various Various Various Various Undergraduate students seeking a degree in design, jewellery design, jewellery manufacturing and visual arts $3,000 Submit your application via email to: Midnight 30th November 2026 Domestic undergraduate students enrolled full time in : Bachelor of Nursing (with aged care clinical placements ), Aged Care Nursing The Australian Seniors Aged Care Futures Grant is a $5,000 scholarship designed to support Australian students pursuing careers in aged care and related fields. 1st October 2026 Applicants must be undertaking their PhD at an Australian university and have an academic GP actively involved in their supervision. Other eligibility requirements apply. Funding up to $30,000 per year, full-time equivalent, is available for up to 3.5 years full-time or seven years part-time. 5th October 2026 CRDC Cotton Research and Development Corporation *Be enrolled in undergraduate degree and/or approved Honours program with a recognised institution *Open to all university students of a high academic merit *The scholarship contract is with the research institution (university or research organisation), not the student (applicant). *Application proposal should be developed in consultation with your research institution. Any concerns can be highlighted in the application up to $10,000 23rd October 2026 CRDC Cotton Research and Development Corporation *Be enrolled in, or have applied for full time PhD study at recognised institution *Candidates need to have applied or awarded a Research Training Program (RTP) through the host university *The scholarship contract is with the research institution (university), not the student (applicant). *PhD application proposal should be developed in consultation with your research institution. Any concerns can be highlighted in the application. The 3 year PhD top-up scholarship valued at $36,600 per annum 30th September 2026 Moving from a regional or remote area for tertiary study Starting tertiary study in the year after finishing year 12 or equivalent. The scholarship provides funding support for successful applicants to pursue research in fields related to ESG issues and Responsible Investment, Public sector employees and their retirement, Pensions or Superannuation. The scholarship will support those seeking to complete research at a post- graduate level – either Honours/Masters (with a research component) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Honours/Masters (by Research) Scholarship - $16,000 p.a. PhD Scholarship - $36,000 p.a. To be eligible for the payment, you must be in your first year of tertiary study, including Certificate IV or above, and have relocated from a regional or remote area to undertake tertiary study can apply for the payment. The Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award celebrates excellence and recognizes outstanding achievements by women between 18-35 years of age who are driving innovation and creating an impact in the business world. This prestigious award honors exceptional leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, ethical conduct and significant contributions while addressing global or local issues affecting women and girls or climate justice. 10 x International awards of US$5,000 each and a complimentary one-year supporting membership in Zonta International for the next financial year.Open to all students
Scholarship Who can apply? Amount Application Closing Date Marketing One SEO Scholarship All students $2,000 800-word essay, 3 minute video 14th October annually The Smooth Movers Scholarship All students $1,000 900-word essay and 2 minute video 30th November annually All students Apply here 5th October 2026 Jade Finance 2026 Academic Scholarship $5,000 Written responses to selection criteria
Jade Finance Scholarship | Apply Now1 November 2026 Youi Student Grant $5,000 Enrolled at, or holding a confirmed offer from, an accredited institution; 17 or older; cumulative average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or recognized equivalent; all fields of study; open worldwide Two awards of USD $1,500 each, annually Apply here 31 December 2026 Scholarship Who can apply? Amount Application Closing Date
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2026-27 Summer and Honours Scholarships
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2026-27 Postgraduate Scholarships
This top-up scholarship includes $23,750 stipend, $11,000 operating and $1,850 for travel for three years.Applicants for the scholarships in this section must identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
Scholarship Who can apply? Amount Application Closing Date Advance Plants Environmental Science Indigenous Scholarship Indigenous students of Environmental Science or Sustainability $1,500 + work experience opportunity 500-word essay 1st August annually Kadadjiny Indigenous Scholarship Indigenous students $3,500 Online application, interview 31st March and 31st August annually Teachers of STEM Initiative Scholarship Indigenous women studying STEM teaching qualifications up to $30,000 Online application on-going; assessed twice a year Scholarship Who can apply? Amount Application Closing Date Australian Veterans' Children Assistance Trust Scholarships and
Long Tan BursaryChild, stepchild, foster child or Grandchild of Australian ex-serving veterans $4,000 to $6,000 From 18 August 2025 online application form
2027 Applications open 18 August 2026Pinnacle Foundation Scholarships Identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Australian Citizen or permanent resident.
18 to 27 years of age and
Full time studentsVarious View Selection criteria at the website.
Application is online via the website submission link.2025 Applications for 2026 closed
2027 Applications open 1 July 2026Relocation Scholarship Students who receive Youth Allowance or Abstudy up to $5,590 via Services Australia on-going Tertiary Access Payment $3,000 or $5,000 depending on where your family home is located Online application on-going Graduate Women NSW Scholarships Women students - various Various Various Various Stanford Advanced Materials College Scholarship Open to high school students, two-year community college students, four-year university students, and graduate students worldwide. Submitted work must focus on the application of chemical materials in the medical industry. $1000 Scholarship and showcase on SAM Website & Industry Exposure Apply here 1st September 2026 Apply here 4th December 2026 Tertiary Access Payment The payment provides up to $5,000 in financial assistance to help cover the costs of moving away from home to study. Apply here 31st December 2026 Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award Apply here 2nd January 2027
