Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Assistance Scholarships 2025
| Status | Application Dates | Value |
| Open |
Open: 22/08/2025 |
$1,000 |
This scholarship provides financial support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled or enrolling in a Melbourne Polytechnic course in 2025.
It is designed to break down barriers to education and help students access what they need to succeed, including tuition, technology, equipment, uniforms, or other study-related expenses.
Eligibility
To apply, you must:
- Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
- Be currently enrolled or planning to enrol in a Melbourne Polytechnic course in 2025 (short courses not included).
Number of Scholarships Available
5
Selection Criteria
Applications are reviewed by a selection panel and assessed based on:
- Your background and personal circumstances
- Your need for financial assistance
- The specific purpose for which you are seeking support
You'll be asked to respond to the following questions in your application:
- Outline your background and personal circumstances, including why you require financial assistance?
- What specifically do you require financial assistance with?
- Describe what this scholarship would mean to you? How would receiving this scholarship help you succeed in your course or future career?
Supporting Documents (Optional, but encouraged)
To help strengthen your application, you can upload:
- A quote or course materials list
- Enrolment confirmation
- A brief personal statement or reference letter
- Any other relevant documentation
You can find further tips for a strong application here
Application Instructions
- Click the 'Apply Now' button above
- Log in to Good Grants using SAML (Melbourne Polytechnic student login)
- Select the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship and complete the online application
For more information contact scholarships@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.
Sponsors
This scholarship is made possible through the support of generous sponsors who are committed to increasing access to education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
Allianz Partners
Birri Beginnings
