The Walter & Eliza Hall Trust Opportunity Scholarship

James Cook University (JCU)

This scholarship aims to ensure that a student with a diagnosed physical disability is not disadvantaged by the absence of money to achieve their maximum potential in their formal tertiary education.

Eligibility

Applicants must: be an Australian citizen or permanent resident; an internal student and am enrolled in an Undergraduate Course as a Commonwealth supported student at the Cairns or Townsville campus of James Cook University; be nrolled in a minimum of two subjects (6 credit points) per semester; have achieved a GPA of at least 4.0 in my current course if I am a second year or beyond; have a permanent physical disability, demonstrated through formal diagnosis. Diagnosis of mental health issues are not eligible; have registered with JCU’s AccessAbility Services; and are experiencing financial hardship

Amount $10,000

The scholarship is valued at $10,000 for 1 year.

Number per year 2
Frequency Annual
For Australian students
For international students
Level of study Undergraduate / VET
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