Tim Fairfax Regional Scholarship

The Tim Fairfax Regional Scholarships were established in 2008 by Mr Tim Fairfax to support students who must move away from their home residence in a regional or remote area to undertake their university studies. The scholarship is designed for high achieving students from regional or remote areas of Australia who are commencing their first undergraduate degree at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC). Recipients must demonstrate high academic achievement with a minimum ATAR of 89 or equivalent, leadership skills through academic, extra-curricular or community activities, and financial need. The scholarship provides A$2,500 per study period for the normal duration of the program, offering A$5,000 per annum for up to 6 study periods for a 3-year program (maximum A$15,000) or up to 8 study periods for a 4-5 year program (maximum A$20,000). Payments are made approximately three weeks after Census Date of the relevant Study Period once enrolment has been confirmed. The scholarship is available for students enrolled full-time in any undergraduate program at UniSC and is offered on a yearly basis subject to funding availability from the external donor.