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University of Newcastle Shaping Futures Full Degree Scholarship

Multi-year scholarship for first-year UON undergraduates facing educational disadvantage such as caring duties or financial hardship.

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Up to $25,000

A total benefit of up to $25,000, up to a maximum term of 5 years.

Who can get it

  • Enrolled in first year of a UON undergraduate degree
  • Studying full-time (minimum 60 units per year)
  • Australian citizen or permanent resident
  • Able to show educational disadvantage such as caring or sole parent duties, financial hardship or a long-term medical condition

How to claim

  1. Apply through the online portal (PDF uploads only)

Conditions and catches

  • Closes 3 March 2027
  • 15 scholarships available

What the source says

Exact words quoted from the official page when we checked it. Last checked 14 Oct 2026.

Be enrolled in 1st year of an undergraduate degree program with the University of Newcastle.
newcastle.edu.au
The scholarship provides $5000 annually, paid as a lump sum in Semester 1 each year.
newcastle.edu.au
This scholarship provides a total benefit of up to $25,000, up to a maximum term of 5 years.
newcastle.edu.au