Wherry Family Scholarship

The Wherry Family Scholarship aims to support a student who might not be able to access University without the support of this Award. This scholarship is specifically designed to provide financial assistance to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students who are experiencing financial hardship. The scholarship provides support for undergraduate or flexible double degree studies at the Australian National University (ANU). Funding for this Award has been provided by the Wherry Family. The scholarship is an access scholarship, meaning it focuses on removing financial barriers to higher education for eligible students. The award provides a stipend of $5,000 per annum, paid in equal instalments at the beginning of each semester. Support is available for up to 5 years, allowing students to complete their undergraduate degree program with financial stability. The scholarship is available to domestic students commencing their studies at ANU who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and who meet financial hardship criteria as demonstrated through adjustment factors. Continuation of the scholarship is based on maintaining satisfactory academic performance throughout the duration of the award.