Scholarship

Matthew Wong Scholarship, proudly funded by The PS Matthew Wong Legacy Trust 2026

Swinburne University of Technology Original Source
Award

A$22,500 - A$22,500

Deadline

Mar 15, 2026

Due in 13 days
Location

Australia

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The Matthew Wong Scholarship, proudly funded by The PS Matthew Wong Legacy Trust, has been established to honour Matthew Wong's memory by helping students overcome barriers to education. This scholarship supports young individuals who face educational disadvantage yet show resilience, compassion, and a strong sense of purpose in using their education to contribute meaningfully to society. The scholarship is available to one student commencing their studies in Semester 1, 2026. This scholarship is valued at up to $22,500 with $7,500 paid annually for up to three years. The scholarship supports undergraduate students in disciplines including Education and Teaching, Healthcare and Medical Sciences, Social Work, Community Services and Psychology, Law, Science and Technology, Engineering, and Information Technology.

Duration 36 - 37 mo
1 award
Renewable (3yr)

Who Can Apply

Region
Australia
Citizenship
Australia
Residency
Australia
Applicants
individual
Priority for
low_income, disabled, first_generation

Application Details

Stages

  1. 1 single_stage

Required documents

transcripts references writing_sample

Review process

Applications are reviewed based on evidence of educational disadvantage, demonstration of resilience, compassion, and purpose, and commitment to community service.

Restrictions

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