Ngalaya First Nations Law Scholarship

The Ngalaya First Nations Law Scholarship was established by Ngalaya Indigenous Corporation, the peak body for
First Nations lawyers and law students in NSW/ACT to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
pursuing a law degree in NSW and the ACT. The scholarship is available with support from Colin Biggers & Paisley, and the Australian Department of Health.

Scholarship details

Value: $5,000 approx. total

Duration: 1 Year

Availability: 1 scholarship offered

Application dates

Closed

Close: 16/08/2024

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This scholarship is for:

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants
Financial equity
Academic merit

Areas of study:

  • Law and paralegal studies

At Institution:

  • ACT Universities
  • NSW Universities
  • NT Universities
  • QLD Universities
  • SA Universities
  • TAS Universities
  • VIC Universities
  • Other

Study level:

  • Undergraduate
  • Honours, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma

Study Load:

  • Full Time
  • Part Time

Location:

  • ACT
  • NSW

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants for the Ngalaya First Nations Law Scholarship must be:

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and

• Enrolled in a Bachelor of Laws, Diploma of Law, Juris Doctor, or Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice at a tertiary

institution in NSW or the ACT.

Applicants will be assessed based on their:

• Demonstrated commitment to First Nations justice,

• Demonstrated involvement in community-focused work,

• Potential to advance First Nations’ interests throughout their legal career, and

• Financial need.

How to Apply

To apply, send an application including copies of:

• Current academic transcript or other proof of enrolment,

• Curriculum vitae/resume,

• Cover letter (3 page maximum) addressing the selection criteria, and

• Any other supporting evidence.