Overview
Established by the University of Tasmania as an opportunity for students to change their lives through education, these scholarships are made available through the generosity of alumni and friends providing gifts to the University of Tasmania's Southern Lights Scholarship Program.
Eligibility
- Available to students commencing an undergraduate degree at the University of Tasmania in the first half of 2027.
- Selection will be based on the applicant’s demonstration of financial need.
- Preference may be given to commencing students who have to reside away from home in order to attend university or, because of family or other commitments, have to travel a significant distance to attend a university campus.
Students wishing to apply for this scholarship should apply for the Support to Study Scholarship
On-going Eligibility
- Achieve a minimum Pass result in all units studied each semester
Amount
$5,000 per year
Duration
Duration of undergraduate degree (does not include a separate one-year Honours course)
Opening Date
28 August 2026
Closing Date
30 October 2026
Apply
Apply online prior to closing date. Applications cannot be submitted after closing date.
As applicants will be assessed on the quality of application, all questions should be answered in full. Please ensure care is taken with spelling and grammar.
Application status
Open
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