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George Alexander Foundation Scholarships in Australia

Deakin University is announcing George Alexander Foundation Scholarships for the academic session 2025/2026.

Applicants must be Australian citizens starting their first undergraduate degree at Deakin University in Trimester/Semester 2, 2025. They must be enrolled full-time in an on-campus Commonwealth Supported Place, have an ATAR of at least 75, and live in or be relocating from a rural or regional area. Leadership potential and community or volunteer involvement are also required.
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Brief Description

  • University or Organization: Deakin University
  • Department: All departments
  • Course Level: Undergraduate (Bachelor’s degree)
  • Award: Up to $8,500 per year for three years or $6,375 per year for four years (maximum value: $25,500)
  • Access Mode: Online (application)
  • Number of Awards: Limited
  • Nationality: Australian citizens
  • The award can be taken in: Australia

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Australia
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by the university.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
    • Be an Australian citizen
    • Be commencing their first undergraduate bachelor degree in Trimester/Semester 2 2025 at Deakin University
    • Be enrolled full-time in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
    • Be studying on-campus (online students are ineligible)
    • Be residing in, or relocating from, a rural or regional location
    • Have achieved a minimum ATAR of 75
    • Demonstrate active participation in community and volunteer activities
    • Show leadership skills or potential in academic, professional, or personal life
    • Preference is given to recent Year 12 graduates (including those with gap year or exchange experiences).

How to Apply

Applicants must apply directly through the Deakin Scholarship Application Portal by selecting the ‘Undergraduate Scholarship Application Tri/Sem 2 2025’ option. Eligible candidates will automatically be considered for this scholarship.

Supporting Documents Required:
• Evidence of leadership/community/volunteering activities
• Additional documents (upon shortlisting):

  • Key Selection Criteria response

  • Values statement

  • Resume

  • Two referee reports (academic and personal/professional)

Benefits

• Financial support of up to $8,500 per year for three years or $6,375 per year for four years, depending on course duration
• Total maximum scholarship value: $25,500
• Opportunity to join a network of George Alexander Foundation Scholars
• Participation in events with donors and submission of annual impact statements
• Ongoing academic support and encouragement to maintain a minimum WAM of 60

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