Bendigo Bank Indigenous Scholarship 2025 Open

The Bendigo Bank Indigenous Scholarship Program for 2025 is now accepting applications! Designed to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students facing challenging circumstances, this scholarship is a beacon of support for those passionate about local leadership and committed to community development.

Applications close 31 January 2025, so don’t miss this opportunity to start your academic journey with essential financial support.

Who is Eligible?

To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Enroll in an approved Australian university course.
• Demonstrate challenging circumstances hindering your ability to pursue further study.
• Exhibit a passion for and commitment to community leadership.
• Reside in Australia while undertaking studies.
• Be either a recent school leaver or a mature-age student.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship reduces financial barriers by covering several essential expenses:

1. Accommodation: Supports rent payments, making it easier to focus on studies.
2. Study Resources: Covers costs for books and computers, ensuring you have the tools needed for academic success.
3. Course Fees: Helps pay tuition fees.

Scholarship Amount

For University Students: $6,500 per year for up to two years (or the duration of your course, whichever is shorter), contingent on satisfactory academic performance in the first year.

For TAFE Students: $5,000 per year for two years.

Apply: https://www.bendigobank.com.au/community/foundation/scholarships/bendigo-bank-indigenous-scholarship-program/.