Funding & benefits
Funding details are not stated on the official page as of 8 October 2026. Check the official source before applying.
Eligible programmes & fields
Use the verified study fields above for subject-fit screening and confirm the exact eligible degree on the provider’s official programme page before applying.
About this opportunity
You must apply for your undergraduate program through QTAC and select the Financial Hardship category under the Educational Access Scheme. There is no separate application step or competitive selection process for this award. If you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident and QTAC awards you the maximum points for financial hardship, you will automatically receive the scholarship. The award provides $7,000 per year for the minimum full-time duration of your program.
The opportunity currently maps to study areas including All study areas. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
- have not previously studied at a university at a bachelor's level or higher
- Financial hardship Scholarship value $7,000 per year Scholarship duration Minimum full-time duration of your program (minimum completion time) Number awarded Unlimited Eligibility The Scholarship is effective from Semester 1, 2027.You're eligible if you are a:citizen of Australiapermanent resident of Australia (including humanitarian visas)citizen of New Zealand.And you: intend to enrol as a commencing student in any undergraduate program in the year the scholarship is awarded, or after an approved deferral of up to 2 yearshave not previously studied at a university at a bachelor's level or higherhave demonstrated significant financial disadvantage by receiving the maximum 5 adjustment points in the Financial Hardship category of QTAC’s Educational Access Scheme (EAS).Learn more about how the EAS works How to apply You don’t need to submit a separate scholarship application.
- citizen of Australia; permanent resident of Australia (including humanitarian visas); citizen of New Zealand.; intend to enrol as a commencing student in any undergraduate program in the year the scholarship is awarded, or after an approved deferral of up to 2 years; have not previously studied at a university at a bachelor's level or higher; have demonstrated significant financial disadvantage by receiving the maximum 5 adjustment points in the Financial Hardship category of QTAC’s Educational Access Scheme (EAS).; The Scholarship is effective from Semester 1, 2027.; You're eligible if you are a:; And you:; Learn more about how the EAS works Selection criteria: QTAC awards you the maximum points for Financial Hardship, and; you meet the eligibility criteria above.; There is no competitive selection process for this scholarship.; You’ll automatically receive this scholarship if:; There is no limit on the number of scholarships available – all eligible students are supported. Enrolment: Future UQ student Student type: Domestic
Should you apply?
This is a Undergraduate-level opportunity working in All study areas. On nationality, the record states: Financial hardship Scholarship value $7,000 per year Scholarship duration Minimum full-time duration of your program (m….
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: Undergraduate.
- Study area: All study areas.
- Citizenship / nationality rule: Financial hardship Scholarship value $7,000 per year Scholarship duration Minimum full-time duration of your program (m….
- Prior degree / academic background: have not previously studied at a university at a bachelor's level or higher.
- Study destination: Australia.
Review carefully if
- Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Application process
- apply for your program through QTAC
- apply for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) and select the Financial Hardship category.
- After you apply through QTAC, you don’t need to do anything else.
Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Which nationalities are eligible?
The eligibility record states: Financial hardship Scholarship value $7,000 per year Scholarship duration Minimum full-time duration of your program (m….
What level of study is it for?
It is for Undergraduate level applicants at University of Queensland in Australia.
Is there a deadline?
The official page does not state a closing date. Confirm timing directly with University of Queensland before preparing an application.
Where do I apply?
Directly with University of Queensland, through the official application page linked from this record.
Do I need a separate scholarship application?
Yes, a separate scholarship application is required in addition to admission.
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from University of Queensland's official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier rechecks automatically; the sources and the last check date are listed at the bottom of the page.
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 12 Sep 2026 · Verified Sep 12, 2026
About University of Queensland
University of Queensland is based in Australia and publishes this opportunity on its own official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier reads directly.