Economics Undergraduate Indigenous Scholarship

The Economics Undergraduate Indigenous Scholarship provides financial assistance to students of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background who have a keen interest in economics and a demonstrated need for financial support. The scholarship offers up to 100% tuition fee waiver for the duration of the Bachelor of Economics program or dual program. Eligible applicants must be Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons who are enrolled or intend to enrol in the Bachelor of Economics or dual program. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and cannot hold another similar scholarship or have completed any prior bachelor level study or above. The selection process considers demonstrated financial need, interest in economics, academic achievement and ability, and personal qualities including leadership potential. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for an interview. The scholarship is awarded by the School of Economics at the University of Queensland.