Are you ready to kick-start your study goals with UNE?
UNE offers a wide range of scholarships to support students from all backgrounds. Whether you’ve achieved strong academic results, come from a rural or remote area, identify with a disadvantaged group, live in a residential college, excel in sport, or are studying a specific degree—there may be a scholarship for you.
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Hear from Our Students: Scholarship Success at UNE
Applying for scholarships at the University of New England is simple and accessible. In this short testimonial, students share how easy the process was—from filling out the online form to uploading documents—and offer encouraging advice to future applicants: apply for every scholarship you're eligible for, even if you're unsure. "You have to be in it to win it!"
Hear from previous Indigenous scholarship recipients
Find the right scholarship for you.
To make it easier to find scholarships that match your circumstances, use the filters below to search by your study level, course type, residency status (domestic or international), and other key criteria.
Each scholarship has its own eligibility requirements, so be sure to check the full details before applying. Click on a scholarship name to learn more and start your application.
Opportunities for our Domestic prospective students
Discover UNE's diverse scholarships, from elite academic achievements to supporting those facing hardship, our financial aid helps all students thrive. Explore opportunities to ease your burden, allowing you to focus on your studies and reach your full potential at UNE.
Showing 1 - 10 of 47 Scholarships for New Domestic Students
- Variable (availability of funds and applications) - the maximum will be up to $2,000
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Online
- On campus
- 4 January 2026
- Indigenous
- $6,000
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Online
- On campus
- 1 March 2026
- Bachelor of Theatre and Performance
- Bachelor of Arts (Major in Theatre Studies)
- Bachelor of Arts with Honours - Theatre and Performance (Major)
- Financial Disadvantage
- GPA 5.0
- $3,000 Wright or Austin College
- $4,000 Duval College
- Full-time
- On campus
- 1 March 2026
- Bachelor degree
- Register with Armidale Blues Rugby Club
- Reside in Austin-Page, Duval or Wright College
- Domestic students
- $5,000
- Full-time
- On campus
- 15 February 2026
- Bachelor of Medical Science/Doctor of Medicine
- Regional/Remote Students
- Financial disadvantage
- Domestic Students
- $5,000
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Online
- On campus
- 4 January 2026
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Regional/Remote Students
- Financial disadvantage
- Domestic Students
- $5,000
- Full-time
- On campus
- 4 January 2026
- Bachelor of Rural Science
- Rural/Remote
- Financial Need
- $10,000
- Full-time
- Online
- On campus
- 4 January 2026
- Bachelor Degree
- Financial disadvantage
- Regional/Remote student
- ATAR/UAC ranking of at least 86.3
- Year 12 school-leavers
- 1-2 Gap Year students
- $6,250
- Full-time
- Online
- On campus
- 4 January 2026
- Bachelor (including Hons)
- Domestic Students
- Elite Athletes (state or higher)
- Financial disadvantage
- $5,000 (pro rata for part-time)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Online
- On campus
- 8 February 2026
- Bachelor of Arts (Major in English) Literature
- Diploma of Arts (Major in English) Literature
- Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts)
- Any degree with English Major (including double degrees)
- ATAR/UAC ranking of at least 65.00
- Up to $10,800 (paid pro-rata for part-time and fast-track study)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On campus
- Open until Commonwealth funds are exhausted
- Bachelor degree (including Honours)
- Pathways Course
- Postgraduate (Coursework)
- TRACKS students
- Financial disadvantage
- Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Students
Our other scholarship categories
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Continuing Students Scholarships
Scholarships are available for students who have a record of academic achievement, and have been involved in leadership positions within the University and community. -
Higher degree research Scholarships
Research candidates can access a range of scholarships and grants to support their groundbreaking work, covering tuition and research-related expenses. Uncover the funding that will empower your discoveries.
Contact the Scholarship Team
We are here to help you when you need. Our fully trained and friendly staff will guide you to the answer you need. Explore our FAQ’s or contact the team you need for assistance.
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