UWS Pathways To Dreaming Indigenous Achievement Scholarship

This scholarship offers up to $5000 per year for up to 4 years. You must be an active participant in the Pathways to Dreaming program throughout high school, including attending opportunities provided by the program. 

Scholarship details

Value: $20,000 approx. total

Duration: 4 Years

Application dates

Closed

Open: 01/09/2023
Close: 04/02/2024

Options


This scholarship is for:

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants
Academic merit
High school leavers

Areas of study:

  • Any Area of Study

At Institution:

  • Western Sydney University

Study level:

  • Undergraduate
  • Honours, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma

Study Load:

  • Part Time
  • Full Time

Location:

  • NSW

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:
– Identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and submit documentation declaring and confirming Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity;
– Be a new student to WSU;
– Be enrolled in any undergraduate degree at WSU, Foundation Studies, Diploma or Associate Degree at the College;
– Be an active participant in the Pathways to Dreaming program throughout high school, including attending opportunities provided by the program;
– Apply for any undergraduate degree at the University through the Universities Admissions Centre or undergraduate degree via WSU’s portal;
– Completed a minimum of 50 hours community participation over 24 months preceding application (documentation to be provided and will be verified by the Scholarship panel) and;
– Demonstrate academic achievement through: a minimum ATAR of 65, a minimum of 65% in each of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Program assessments or received a True Reward offer to course with a minimum ATAR of 65 (in previous year). 
 

How to Apply

Applicants must provide a statement supporting their application indicating how they believe receiving the scholarship will assist them with their studies and future careers. This statement should give a sufficient explanation of the applicant’s background and current circumstances. Supporting documents can also be uploaded.