These scholarships support students applying for early offer rounds that need financial assistance to start their studies.
Round open
1 September - 1 November
Round awarded
January
Note: 80% of the funds will be awarded at the start of the scholarship, with the remaining 20% paid at the end of the year (or at course completion if this is earlier), once the required reporting has been completed.
Eligibility requirements
For Jump Start scholarships, students must
- apply, accept and be currently enrolled in their chosen course before November 24.
- be an Australian citizen, an Australian Permanent Resident, or hold a Bridging / Temporary / Permanent Humanitarian Visa
- be enrolled in a course at the Gordon that runs for 6 months or more.
- be experiencing financial hardship
- obtain parental / guardian’s consent if under 18 before submitting an application
Read the full terms and conditions, including student responsibilities
These scholarships are for students who have already begun studying at The Gordon and are designed to empowering you to achieve your goals and dreams through financial support. This round includes several teacher-nominated scholarships which recognise student accomplishments and demonstrated initiative and leadership skills shown so far.
Round open
1 December - 10 March
Round awarded
April
Note: 80% of the funds will be awarded at the start of the scholarship, with the remaining 20% paid at the end of the year (or at course completion if this is earlier), once the required reporting has been completed.
Eligibility requirements
For Empowerment scholarships, students must
- enrol and start their course prior to March 10.
- be an Australian citizen, an Australian Permanent Resident, or hold a Bridging / Temporary / Permanent Humanitarian Visa
- be enrolled in a course at the Gordon that runs for 6 months or more.
- be experiencing financial hardship
- obtain parental / guardian’s consent if under 18 before submitting an application
Read the full terms and conditions, including student responsibilities
These scholarships are designed to provide financial assistance, encouragement and opportunity for students beginning their education journey in Semester 2. Some scholarships awarded in this round are for specific skills and initiatives demonstrated throughout the year/s of study and is a celebration of reward for success and future endeavours.
Round open
1 April - 1 July
Round awarded
August
Note: 80% of the funds will be awarded at the start of the scholarship, with the remaining 20% paid at the end of the year (or at course completion if this is earlier), once the required reporting has been completed.
Eligibility requirements
For Inspire your future scholarships, students must
- apply, accept and be enrolled in their course before July 12
- be an Australian citizen, an Australian Permanent Resident, or hold a Bridging / Temporary / Permanent Humanitarian Visa
- be enrolled in a course at the Gordon that runs for 6 months or more.
- be experiencing financial hardship
- obtain parental / guardian’s consent if under 18 before submitting an application
Read the full terms and conditions, including student responsibilities
These scholarships are available throughout the year and are designed to provide financial assistance to students who experience unexpected adversity. You are able to apply for these scholarships at any time.
The Pathway to Victoria Scholarship Program provides a $2,500 AUD grant to new international students.
International students should contact the International Office to discuss any other scholarships and financial support that you may be eligible for.
The Australian Government also funds a range of scholarship programs to support regional and remote students, including those who wish to relocate for their study. Read the Higher Education Support for Regional Australians brochure for more information on how to apply.
The Community Enterprise Scholarships program offers a range of options to assist students studying with Secondary or Tertiary studies.
Benefit Geelong and Bendigo Bank are both offering Community Enterprise Scholarships of up to $5,000 for TAFE students within the Geelong region.
For help with an application or to ask questions please contact Bendigo Bank’s Community Enterprise Foundation by phone 1300 304 541, email foundation.mailbox@bendigoadelaide.com.au or visit a local branch.
For detailed information on the scholarship programs go to Bendigo Bank - Scholarships