Scholarship applications for Study Period 1, 2027 are now open and will close on 30 November 2026.
All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application by close of business, 26 February 2027.
The U3A supports merit-based equity bursaries for continuing undergraduate students.
There are three bursaries available for domestic students and one bursary for an international student each year.
The University selection panel will include representatives of U3A. They will consider applications from students from all equity groups.
Please Note: This bursary is offered on a yearly basis through funds provided by an external donor. If funding is not available in any given year, the bursary will not be awarded.
- Eligibility
- Full-time or part-time continuing student having successfully completed a minimum of 96 units (8 courses)
- Enrolled in any undergraduate program at any UniSC campus
- For domestic applicants: Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen, Permanent Australian Humanitarian Visa holder or permanent resident of Australia.
- Selection criteria
- Academic merit
- Financial need
- Community focus (demonstrated through academic, extra-curricular, work, volunteer or community involvement)
- Hours worked in paid employment or commitment to activities that impact on the time available for the student to study (e.g. compulsory fieldwork placement, significant carer responsibilities) and other equity considerations.
- Eligible programs
- All undergraduate programs
- Number available
- 4
- Value
A$2,500
- Application
Students must apply online via the UniSC scholarship application process for Study Period 1 of each year.
Domestic students apply via the online scholarship application form
International students apply via the U3A Sunshine Coast Bursary - International Students Application Form
Selected recipients will be advised in writing by letter of offer from UniSC Student Services.