University of Newcastle
Equity Scholarships Scheme University of Newcastle (ESSUN)
Scholarship for University of Newcastle undergraduates on Centrelink means-tested income support.
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Up to $8,000
Up to $8,000 for one academic year of study.
Who can get it
- Enrolled in an undergraduate program (including honours and non-FEE-FREE Uni Ready diplomas)
- Receiving a Centrelink means-tested income support payment
- Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Full-time or part-time
- Not holding another University of Newcastle scholarship that year
How to claim
- Apply through the online portal (PDF uploads only); apply early as offers can be made at any time
Conditions and catches
- Closes 3 March 2027
- Part-time students receive $1,750 per eligible study period
What the source says
Exact words quoted from the official page when we checked it. Last checked 14 Oct 2026.
03 March 2027
Be experiencing financial challenges, demonstrated through receipt of a centrelink means-tested income support payment
The scholarship provides a benefit of up to $8,000 for one academic year of study and will be paid as: