Showing 481 scholarships
Not seeing as many scholarships? With order by closing date, you ONLY see scholarships that are currently open or have confirmed application dates. To see all scholarships matching your search filters, change the order by to another value.
Are you a problem solver with a genuine passion to make a difference? Are you considering postgraduate study next year?
The Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship, valued up to $120,000, helps you access the support and networks you need to back your ideas, and create a positive impact in your community and beyond, through your research and studies.
With a focus on developing leadership potential, the scholarship includes a transformative Leadership Development Program to shape your unique skills. There is also an opportunity to add a global context to your education with tailored international experiences (provided no travel restrictions), and all Westpac Scholars get lifelong membership to the W100 – a diverse and growing network of inspiring young Aussies.
17 scholarships are awarded every year to individuals from all backgrounds who are starting postgraduate studies at one of our nine partner universities.
$120000 approx. total
3 Years
17 scholarships offered
NSW, QLD, WA, VIC, SA, TAS, NT, ACT
Open
Open: 24/06/2026
Close: 20/08/2026
We are looking for driven, curious students from all backgrounds who are excited by a challenge and want to have a positive impact on their communities, whether local, national or global.
As a BCG First Nations Internship and Scholarship recipient, you will:
• receive $20,000 in scholarship funding
• join one of our offices as an intern for 8 weeks
• learn about the work we do and explore how you can make a difference with our clients, colleagues, and communities
• be assigned a mentor through the remainder of your studies, as well as a buddy who will support you during your internship
• gain real-world experience before you graduate
$20000 approx. total
1 Year
1 scholarship offered
NSW, QLD, WA, VIC, SA, TAS, NT, ACT
Open
Open: 30/03/2026
Close: 24/07/2026
Ormond is home to more than 500 undergraduate and graduate students, with options to live on-campus as residents or live off campus as non-residents while enjoying all the College programs and activities. Indigenous students who are not eligible for ABSTUDY RCO, may be eligible to receive Financial Assistance support from Ormond College by taking into account the student's possible contribution towards accommodation fees.
Value may vary
Duration of the Program
VIC
Open
$3000 approx. total
1 Year
NSW
Open
The Internship Program continues to focus on supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander* students and graduates via internships as pathways to jobs in Indigenous organisations and other organisations working in the Indigenous sector.
We are also able to place Indigenous interns at a wide range of organisations outside of the sector, so long as the placements are relevant to candidates’ study and career aspirations.
The Commonwealth's Culture and Capability Programme will provide financial support via Scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander interns under the Program.
$7400 approx. total
Duration of the Program
150 scholarships offered
NSW, QLD, WA, VIC, SA, TAS, NT, ACT
Open
Open: 01/01/2026
Close: 31/12/2026
The First Nations Cancer Scholarship Program is funded by the Australian Government through Cancer Australia. Established by the Aurora Education Foundation and Cancer Australia, the First Nations Cancer Scholarship (Scholarship) will support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduate students, health professionals, and early-career researchers (ECRs) to undertake full-time postgraduate study (graduate certificate, masters or PhD) or research in a cancer-related field. The purpose of the Scholarship is to support Scholars in building the skills and knowledge required to inform strategies to improve cancer outcomes for Indigenous communities and increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders in cancer-related fields.
$120000 approx. total
3 Years
4 scholarships offered
NSW, QLD, WA, VIC, SA, TAS, NT, ACT, Overseas
Open
Open: 16/06/2026
Close: 11/09/2026
The Indigenous Genomics Scholarship Program supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to complete either:
Master of Genetic Counselling (MGC) or;
Master of Genomics and Health (MGH).
The Scholarship is tailored to each student and designed to reduce barriers to study, strengthen cultural safety and support successful transition into professional practice. This Scholarship offers flexible financial assistance based on individual circumstances and may include:
Full or partial course fee payment
Accommodation support (including relocation if required)
Travel costs, including regional and remote travel
Education expenses
Conference attendance
Academic support and mentoring
Value may vary
Duration of the Program
VIC
Open
$40000 approx. total
4 Years
1 scholarship offered
NSW
Open
Open: 14/01/2026
Close: 03/03/2027
The Ma & Morley Scholarship Program was born to honour the life changing and enduring friendship between the successful Chinese entrepreneur Jack Ma and the respected Novocastrian Ken Morley through a program that aims to inspire, educate and cultivate the next generation of globally aware and socially conscious Australian leaders.
$50000 approx. total
Duration of the Program
6 scholarships offered
NSW
Open
Open: 01/07/2026
Close: 06/09/2026
The Kulbardi Aboriginal Centre Health Scholarships open to Indigenous students enrolled in undergraduate course within the health or human services disciplines. This includes, but is not limited to: Chiropractic, Psychology and Nursing.
Value may vary
1 Semester
WA
Open
Open: 21/05/2026
Close: 09/08/2026
Awarded in categories of:
Kulbardi Education Assistance;
Kulbardi Childcare Support Scheme;
Kulbardi Accommodation Assistance;
Kulbardi Laptop Scheme.
Value may vary
Duration of the Program
WA
Open
Open: 21/05/2026
Close: 09/08/2026
$2000 approx. total
Duration of the Program
VIC
Open
Open: 05/01/2026
Close: 04/12/2026
The Commonwealth of Australia provides funds under the Indigenous Student Success Program to improve higher education access, encourage Indigenous people to commence an undergraduate degree course at The University of Western Australia and increase higher education participation and success for Indigenous people.
$3000 approx. total
1 Year
WA
Open
Open: 01/06/2026
Close: 05/08/2026
$20000 approx. total
3 Years
50 scholarships offered
WA
Open
Open: 01/06/2026
Close: 05/08/2026
$12000 approx. total
3 Years
50 scholarships offered
WA
Open
Open: 01/07/2026
Close: 25/11/2026
$1800 approx. total
1 Year
1 scholarship offered
WA
Open
Open: 01/07/2025
Close: 25/11/2026
$15000 approx. total
3 Years
1 scholarship offered
WA
Open
Open: 01/06/2026
Close: 05/08/2026
Each year, there are nine Scholarships available for Australia. The first Australian Rhodes Scholars took up residence in Oxford in 1904, and since that time many hundreds of Australians have been awarded the Scholarship.
Of the nine scholarships available each year in Australia, each state offers one Scholarship that is awarded by a selection committee of seven members (including three Rhodes Scholars) based in the state. In addition, there are three Australia-at-Large Scholarships awarded by a selection committee based in Canberra. This selection committee will consider applicants from the ACT and other territories of the Commonwealth, as well as those candidates nominated by state selection committees. Please note that applicants cannot apply directly to Australia-at-Large.
$45000 approx. total
Duration of the Program
9 scholarships offered
Overseas
Open
Open: 01/06/2026
Close: 11/08/2026
$138000 approx. total
Duration of the Program
20 scholarships offered
VIC
Open
Open: 01/05/2026
Close: 31/10/2026
$24000 approx. total
Duration of the Program
VIC
Open
Open: 18/05/2026
Close: 27/07/2026
Are you a problem solver with a genuine passion to make a difference? Are you considering postgraduate study next year?
The Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship, valued up to $120,000, helps you access the support and networks you need to back your ideas, and create a positive impact in your community and beyond, through your research and studies.
With a focus on developing leadership potential, the scholarship includes a transformative Leadership Development Program to shape your unique skills. There is also an opportunity to add a global context to your education with tailored international experiences (provided no travel restrictions), and all Westpac Scholars get lifelong membership to the W100 – a diverse and growing network of inspiring young Aussies.
17 scholarships are awarded every year to individuals from all backgrounds who are starting postgraduate studies at one of our nine partner universities.
$120000 approx. total
3 Years
17 scholarships offered
NSW, QLD, WA, VIC, SA, TAS, NT, ACT
Open
Open: 24/06/2026
Close: 20/08/2026
We are looking for driven, curious students from all backgrounds who are excited by a challenge and want to have a positive impact on their communities, whether local, national or global.
As a BCG First Nations Internship and Scholarship recipient, you will:
• receive $20,000 in scholarship funding
• join one of our offices as an intern for 8 weeks
• learn about the work we do and explore how you can make a difference with our clients, colleagues, and communities
• be assigned a mentor through the remainder of your studies, as well as a buddy who will support you during your internship
• gain real-world experience before you graduate
$20000 approx. total
1 Year
1 scholarship offered
NSW, QLD, WA, VIC, SA, TAS, NT, ACT
Open
Open: 30/03/2026
Close: 24/07/2026
Ormond is home to more than 500 undergraduate and graduate students, with options to live on-campus as residents or live off campus as non-residents while enjoying all the College programs and activities. Indigenous students who are not eligible for ABSTUDY RCO, may be eligible to receive Financial Assistance support from Ormond College by taking into account the student's possible contribution towards accommodation fees.
Value may vary
Duration of the Program
VIC
Open
$3000 approx. total
1 Year
NSW
Open
The Internship Program continues to focus on supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander* students and graduates via internships as pathways to jobs in Indigenous organisations and other organisations working in the Indigenous sector.
We are also able to place Indigenous interns at a wide range of organisations outside of the sector, so long as the placements are relevant to candidates’ study and career aspirations.
The Commonwealth's Culture and Capability Programme will provide financial support via Scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander interns under the Program.
$7400 approx. total
Duration of the Program
150 scholarships offered
NSW, QLD, WA, VIC, SA, TAS, NT, ACT
Open
Open: 01/01/2026
Close: 31/12/2026
The First Nations Cancer Scholarship Program is funded by the Australian Government through Cancer Australia. Established by the Aurora Education Foundation and Cancer Australia, the First Nations Cancer Scholarship (Scholarship) will support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduate students, health professionals, and early-career researchers (ECRs) to undertake full-time postgraduate study (graduate certificate, masters or PhD) or research in a cancer-related field. The purpose of the Scholarship is to support Scholars in building the skills and knowledge required to inform strategies to improve cancer outcomes for Indigenous communities and increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders in cancer-related fields.
$120000 approx. total
3 Years
4 scholarships offered
NSW, QLD, WA, VIC, SA, TAS, NT, ACT, Overseas
Open
Open: 16/06/2026
Close: 11/09/2026
The Indigenous Genomics Scholarship Program supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to complete either:
Master of Genetic Counselling (MGC) or;
Master of Genomics and Health (MGH).
The Scholarship is tailored to each student and designed to reduce barriers to study, strengthen cultural safety and support successful transition into professional practice. This Scholarship offers flexible financial assistance based on individual circumstances and may include:
Full or partial course fee payment
Accommodation support (including relocation if required)
Travel costs, including regional and remote travel
Education expenses
Conference attendance
Academic support and mentoring
Value may vary
Duration of the Program
VIC
Open
$40000 approx. total
4 Years
1 scholarship offered
NSW
Open
Open: 14/01/2026
Close: 03/03/2027
The Ma & Morley Scholarship Program was born to honour the life changing and enduring friendship between the successful Chinese entrepreneur Jack Ma and the respected Novocastrian Ken Morley through a program that aims to inspire, educate and cultivate the next generation of globally aware and socially conscious Australian leaders.
$50000 approx. total
Duration of the Program
6 scholarships offered
NSW
Open
Open: 01/07/2026
Close: 06/09/2026
The Kulbardi Aboriginal Centre Health Scholarships open to Indigenous students enrolled in undergraduate course within the health or human services disciplines. This includes, but is not limited to: Chiropractic, Psychology and Nursing.
Value may vary
1 Semester
WA
Open
Open: 21/05/2026
Close: 09/08/2026
Awarded in categories of:
Kulbardi Education Assistance;
Kulbardi Childcare Support Scheme;
Kulbardi Accommodation Assistance;
Kulbardi Laptop Scheme.
Value may vary
Duration of the Program
WA
Open
Open: 21/05/2026
Close: 09/08/2026
$2000 approx. total
Duration of the Program
VIC
Open
Open: 05/01/2026
Close: 04/12/2026
The Commonwealth of Australia provides funds under the Indigenous Student Success Program to improve higher education access, encourage Indigenous people to commence an undergraduate degree course at The University of Western Australia and increase higher education participation and success for Indigenous people.
$3000 approx. total
1 Year
WA
Open
Open: 01/06/2026
Close: 05/08/2026
$20000 approx. total
3 Years
50 scholarships offered
WA
Open
Open: 01/06/2026
Close: 05/08/2026
$12000 approx. total
3 Years
50 scholarships offered
WA
Open
Open: 01/07/2026
Close: 25/11/2026
$1800 approx. total
1 Year
1 scholarship offered
WA
Open
Open: 01/07/2025
Close: 25/11/2026
$15000 approx. total
3 Years
1 scholarship offered
WA
Open
Open: 01/06/2026
Close: 05/08/2026
Each year, there are nine Scholarships available for Australia. The first Australian Rhodes Scholars took up residence in Oxford in 1904, and since that time many hundreds of Australians have been awarded the Scholarship.
Of the nine scholarships available each year in Australia, each state offers one Scholarship that is awarded by a selection committee of seven members (including three Rhodes Scholars) based in the state. In addition, there are three Australia-at-Large Scholarships awarded by a selection committee based in Canberra. This selection committee will consider applicants from the ACT and other territories of the Commonwealth, as well as those candidates nominated by state selection committees. Please note that applicants cannot apply directly to Australia-at-Large.
$45000 approx. total
Duration of the Program
9 scholarships offered
Overseas
Open
Open: 01/06/2026
Close: 11/08/2026
$138000 approx. total
Duration of the Program
20 scholarships offered
VIC
Open
Open: 01/05/2026
Close: 31/10/2026
$24000 approx. total
Duration of the Program
VIC
Open
Open: 18/05/2026
Close: 27/07/2026
Keep updated
Subscribe to our newsletter to receive opportunities,
alerts and the latest updates from us.
Aurora Education Foundation acknowledges and pays respects to the Traditional Custodians of the lands of Gadigal Country and Whadjuk Noongar Country where Aurora offices are located.
Aurora also acknowledges the Countries and ancestors of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, scholars, families and carers, staff, volunteers and Board Directors who partner with Aurora to achieve a society where First Peoples determine their own aspirations through education and lifelong learning. We acknowledge and pay respects to your Elders, past and present.