University of Newcastle

Friends of the University Sport Scholarship

Award value: $5000 annually

Level of study: Undergraduate / VET

Nationality: Australian

Closing date: 08 February 2026

This scholarship was established in 1994 to support students with demonstrated sporting ability and potential, and encourage their contribution to the sporting achievements of the university. The purpose of this scholarship is to improve the quality of our sporting teams, raise the university’s profile through sport, and establish a standard of excellence to complement our academic achievements.