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.

Scholarships open to all students

Open to all students

ScholarshipWho can apply?AmountApplicationClosing Date
John Monash ScholarshipCompleting undergraduate students planning a Masters/PhD at an overseas university$100,000 per annumResume, transcript, referees, budget

How to Apply - General Sir John Monash Foundation

30th June 2026 at 5pm

Marketing One SEO ScholarshipAll students$2,000800-word essay, 3 minute video14th October annually
The Smooth Movers ScholarshipAll students$1,000900-word essay and 2 minute video30th November annually
Voice Talent Online 2026 ScholarshipAll University StudentsUSD1000Write and post a blog article (pick from a theme)30th April 2026
Jade Finance 2026 Academic Scholarship

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.

$5,000Written responses to selection criteria

Jade Finance Scholarship | Apply Now
1 November 2026
Course Specific Scholarships
Scholarship Who can apply?AmountApplication Closing Date
NSW Health Scholarships Students of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health Various Online application Various 
NSW Health Education & Training Scholarships Students of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health Various Online application Various 

Digilari Media Scholarship for Growth Through Knowledge

Full-time students in 2nd year of Marketing or Business degree

$3,000 1-2 page digital marketing summary

Copy of transcript

30th June annually
Dr Eddy Dona Plastic Surgeon ScholarshipMedical Students that have completed their first year of study$5,000Submit application by email to info@drdona.com.au27th March 2027
Elevate: Boosting diversity in STEMWomen or non-binary students in STEM degree or  postgraduate degree coursesUndergrad - up to $30,000 over 3 years
Postgrad - up to $15,250 over up to 3.5 years
plus others
Online application2025 applications for 2026 closed

Check  here for 2026-2027 information
NSW Rural Doctors Network Scholarships Medical students Various Various Various
NSW Health Nursing and Midwifery Scholarships 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
MDT DesignUndergraduate students seeking a degree in design, jewellery design, jewellery manufacturing and visual arts$3,000 Submit your application via email to: kosta@mdtdesign.com.auMidnight  November 30th 2026
Pharmaceutical Defence Limited (PDL) Student Grant ProgramUndergraduate and Postgraduate students currently enrolled in a Pharmacy program at an Australian university, and a current PDL member (free for students to join),Up to $5,000 each to attend a recognised Pharmacy conference in Australia Apply online12 April 2026 11pm AEST
BizCover Women in IT Scholarship

Female students in Australia currently studying IT-related degrees including Computer Science, Cyber Security, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, and related IT qualifications.

One off payment of $5,000 and the opportunity to work for BizCover in a 3-month paid work placement program In 1000 words, describe an IT-related project you have previously been involved in, or wish to pursue after study.

Apply here
11:59PM, Sunday 28 February 202
Australian Seniors Aged Care Futures GrantDomestic undergraduate students enrolled full time in : Bachelor of Nursing (with aged care clinical placements ), Aged Care Nursing
(Graduate programs), Aged Care, Dementia Care, Disabilities Care, Related aged carer careers.
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.Apply hereOctober 1, 2026
Indigenous Scholarships

Applicants for the scholarships in this section must identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person

Scholarship Who can apply?AmountApplication Closing Date
Advance Plants Environmental Science Indigenous ScholarshipIndigenous students of Environmental Science or Sustainability$1,500 + work experience opportunity500-word essay1st August annually
Kadadjiny Indigenous ScholarshipIndigenous students$3,500Online application, interview31st March and 31st August annually
Teachers of STEM Initiative ScholarshipIndigenous women studying STEM teaching qualificationsup to $30,000Online applicationon-going; assessed twice a year
Other Criteria Scholarships
Scholarship Who can apply?AmountApplication Closing Date
Australian Veterans' Children Assistance Trust Scholarships and
Long Tan Bursary
Child, stepchild, foster child or Grandchild of Australian ex-serving veterans$4,000 to $6,000From 18 August 2025 online application form2025 Applications for 2026 closed

2027 Applications open 18 August 2026
Pinnacle Foundation ScholarshipsIdentify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Australian Citizen or permanent resident.
18 to 27 years of age and
Full time students
VariousView Selection criteria at the website.
Application is online via the website submission link.
2025 Applications for 2026 closed

2027 Applications open 1 July 2026
Relocation ScholarshipStudents who receive Youth Allowance or Abstudy up to $5,590via Services Australiaon-going
Tertiary Access Payment

Moving from a regional or remote area for tertiary study

Starting tertiary study in the year after finishing year 12 or equivalent.

$3,000 or $5,000 depending on where your family home is locatedOnline applicationon-going
Graduate Women NSW ScholarshipsWomen students - variousVariousVariousVarious
Graduate Women NSW -  Joan Bielski Scholarship1st Year mature age women students commencing their first degree$12,000 per annum or up to 3 years subject to satisfactory achievementApply here2nd April 2026
Graduate Women NSW - Joan Ritchie AwardA mature age student in her second year of full-time study of her first undergraduate degree,  having completed the first full year of study at a satisfactory academic level, and who is experiencing personal disadvantage.$3,500Apply here16th April 2026

Graduate Women NSW - Tempe Mann Travelling Scholarship

Women enrolled as a research masters or research doctoral degree student at  The University of Sydney, or have a first degree or masters from the University of Sydney and be enrolled for a doctorate at another university listed on the Australian Universities’ list with campuses in NSW or ACT.Two awards of up to $8,00 each Apply here30th April 2026