The Beyond Bank Whyalla Study Support Grant will be available to students studying an eligible program with UniSA College at the University of South Australia’s Whyalla campus.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 250 - 500 words) detailing:
Applicants will need to demonstrate financial hardship, either by providing a current Centrelink Health Care Card and/or a means tested Centrelink benefit. Applicants not in receipt of government means tested benefits can complete the UniSA Scholarship Income Assessment Form, to support their application.
The selection panel will review shortlisted candidates and select a recipient.
The grant will be awarded based on financial disadvantage and information provided in the written statement.
Recipients may be in receipt of another scholarship or grant administered by UniSA.
How to apply: Online applications open 17 February 2025 to 24 March 2025 via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2026 is still to be confirmed
Value: $2,500 (once-off payment)
For more information contact:
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Centacare Whyalla Social Work Placement Grant will be awarded to a student enrolled in a Whyalla based Social Work program at the University of South Australia. The grant has been designed to assist students meet the costs of attending placement.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
Applicants must provide a written statement (500-750 words) detailing:
To receive the grant, applicants must demonstrate a passion for their UniSA social work program, sound academic progression and have career goals aligned to the field in which CCCSA operates.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $2500 paid in two instalments. First payment at commencement of placement, with a second payment at completion of a successful mid-placement review.
For more information contact:
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Country and Outback Health Whyalla Nursing Grant will be awarded to a third-year nursing student studying at the University of South Australia’s Whyalla campus.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for this grant, applicants must:
Applicants must provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
Students may be in receipt of other non-industry scholarships or grants administered by UniSA.
To receive the grant applicants must demonstrate a passion for their UniSA nursing program and have career goals aligned to the industry in which Country and Outback Health operates.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant will not be opening for applications in 2025
In addition to applying online, applicants are required to upload a written statement, as outlined above, via myScholarships.
Value: $2,500
Paid in one installment as follows:
For more information‚ contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
Or
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Country and Outback Health Social Work Grant will be awarded to a fourth-year social work student enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work program through the University of South Australia and will assist students meet the costs of attending placement.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for this grant, applicants must:
Applicants must provide a written statement (500-750 words) detailing:
Willingness to conduct fourth-year placement at a Country and Outback Health regional location.
To receive the grant, applicants must demonstrate a passion for their UniSA social work program and have career goals aligned with the field in which COBH operates.
Students may be in receipt of other non-industry scholarships or grants administered by UniSA. There is no restriction on the use of funds.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2026 is still to be confirmed
In addition to applying online, applicants are required to upload a written statement, as outlined above, via myScholarships.
Preference will be given to applicants who study at the Whyalla Campus.
Value: $2,500
Paid in two instalments as follows:
Payment of second instalment is subject to recipient:
For more information‚ contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
Or
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Whyalla Campus
Tel: (08) 86476049
Heidi.freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Cowan Regional Placement Grant is available to students who are studying full-time at the Mount Gambier campus of the University of South Australia, and are undertaking a professional experience placement as part of their program.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate evidence of financial disadvantage and provide a written statement detailing the location and duration of their placement and their future career goals. Placements must be for a minimum of two consecutive weeks in length and preference may be given to applicants who are undertaking a placement greater than four consecutive weeks. Applicants must be undertaking their placement in the year that they apply for the grant.
Please note that the grant will not be awarded retrospectively. Applicants must not have completed their placement prior to the application closing date.
Applicants who have received another placement grant administered by the University of South Australia or are receiving financial assistance from the University Department of Rural Health or Rural Clinical Training and Support programs are not eligible to apply.
Recipients will be selected on the basis of demonstrated financial disadvantage, academic merit (GPA) and a personal written statement. Preference may be given to applicants who have not received another Cowan Grant.
How to apply: Online applications open 30 June 2025 to 19 August 2025 via my Scholarships
Value: $2,500 to be paid in one instalment.
For more information please contact:
Miss Jan Discianni
Administrative Officer, UniSA Regional - Mt Gambier
UniSA Regional Hubs
Tel: (08) 830 28901
Email: Jan.Discianni@unisa.edu.au
The Department for Child Protection Social Work Grant will be awarded to a third-year or fourth-year student enrolled in the UniSA Bachelor of Social Work (MBSW), or a first-year or second-year student enrolled in the UniSA Masters of Social Work. The grant has been designed to assist students meet the costs of attending placement.
At DCP’s discretion‚ and in addition to the grant payment of $3‚000‚ DCP may offer the recipient paid work during or outside the placement period. Any paid work will be remunerated at the award rate for students (per the relevant industry award or equivalent).
Eligibility and selection criteria:
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500-750 words) detailing:
If‚ in the view of the selection panel‚ no applicant is sufficiently meritorious‚ no award shall be made.
Preference will be given to applicants who study in Whyalla Campus.
The grant will be awarded based on demonstrating passion for their UniSA social work program, sound academic progression and have career goals aligned to the field in which DCP operates.
Recipients may be in receipt of other non-industry scholarship or grant administered by UniSA. There is no restriction on the use of funds by the recipients.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $3,000
Payment will be in two instalments:
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
or
Heidi Freeman
Email: Heidi.freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Destination Australia Scholarship assists students to complete their study at UniSA Whyalla or Mount Gambier campuses. It is offered to students who are enrolled in an undergraduate degree delivered at Whyalla or Mount Gambier Campus with UniSA. The scholarship is designed to offer students an opportunity to undertake high quality education and increase awareness of the benefits of living‚ studying and working in regional Australia.
Applicants must reside in the Whyalla or Mount Gambier campus region for the duration of their studies, have a full-time study load and be studying on-campus.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
When assessing applications preference will be given to applicants who:
Applicants will be required to provide proof of residential address in Whyalla or Mount Gambier region and‚ if relocating‚ proof of previous residential address.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to submit a written statement or attend an interview.
Successful applicants will be required to:
Where more eligible applications are received than there are scholarships available, the scholarships may be allocated in order of application submission.
How to apply: Applications are accessed through my Scholarships (via logging on to the myUniSA student portal) from 22 January to 2 March 2025.
Value:
Ranges from $15,000 to $30,000 depending on the funds availability
Payment will be in two instalments per year:
$7‚500 paid after the census date for Study Period 2
$7‚500 paid after the census date for Study Period 5
For more information‚ contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Destination Australia Scholarship (Round 4) assists students to complete their study at UniSA Whyalla or Mount Gambier campuses. It is offered to students who are commencing a new program of study at UniSA and enrolling in a program delivered at Whyalla or Mount Gambier Campus. The scholarship is designed to offer students an opportunity to undertake high quality education and increase awareness of the benefits of living, studying and working in regional Australia.
Applicants must reside in the Whyalla or Mount Gambier campus region for the duration of their studies and have a full-time study load and be studying on-campus.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
When assessing applications preference will be given to applicants who:
Applicants will be required to provide proof of residential address in Whyalla or Mount Gambier region and‚ if relocating‚ proof of previous residential address.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to submit a written statement or attend an interview.
Successful applicants will be required to:
How to apply: This scholarship will not re-open for applications.
Value:
Four year program – Recipients receive up to $15,000 per year for up to four years
Three year program – Recipients receive up to $15,000 per year for up to three years
Payment will be in two instalments per year:
Where it is not possible to award all scholarships for one campus location these may be re-allocated to applicants from the other campus.
For more information‚ contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Destination Australia Scholarship (Round 5) assists students in completing their study at UniSA Whyalla or Mount Gambier campuses. It is offered to students who are commencing a new program of study at UniSA and enrolling in a program delivered at Whyalla or Mount Gambier Campus. The scholarship is designed to offer students an opportunity to undertake high-quality education and increase awareness of the benefits of living‚ studying and working in regional Australia.
Applicants must reside in the Whyalla or Mount Gambier campus region for the duration of their studies, have a full-time study load and be studying on-campus.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Applicants must meet one or more of the following criteria:
Applicants must provide proof of residential address in Whyalla or Mount Gambier region.
Where a scholarship recipient’s programs includes study outside of the campus regional location (for example a placement) residency outside of the regional area is permitted for no more than one study period (not exceeding 6 months).
Shortlisted applicants may be required to submit a written statement or attend an interview.
Successful applicants will be required to:
How to apply: This scholarship will not re-open for applications.
Value:
Four-year program – Recipients receive up to $15,000 per year for up to four years
Three-year program – Recipients receive up to $15,000 per year for up to three years
Payment will be in two instalments per year:
Where it is not possible to award all scholarships for one campus location, these may be reallocated to applicants from the other campus.
For more information‚ contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Dr Brian Webby Whyalla Support Grant assists undergraduate students studying at the Whyalla campus who are experiencing financial hardship.
Dr Brian Webby was a valued member of UniSA STEM who played an important role within the UniSA Whyalla campus community.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants may be in second, third or fourth year.
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
How to apply: Online applications open 17 February 2025 to 24 March 2025 via my Scholarships
Value: $2‚000 (paid after the relevant census date awarded). Pro-rata payments will apply for part-time enrolment.
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Eddie Hughes Regional Education Grant is available to students enrolled full-time in any program at the University of South Australia's Whyalla Campus.
Applicants will be asked to provide a personal written statement (250 words) detailing their career objectives, their financial disadvantage, how the grant will contribute to success in their study and confirming that they are the first in their family to attend university.
Selection will be made according to the personal written statement and academic merit.
How to apply: Online applications open 17 February 2025 to 24 March 2025 via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2026 is still to be confirmed
Value: Up to $1,000. Paid in two instalments of $500 in the year the grant is awarded. The first instalment is after the Study Period 2 census date and the second instalment is after the Study Period 5 census date, provided the recipient continues to meet the scholarship criteria and maintains satisfactory academic performance.
For more information please contact:
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Helping Hand Allied Health Study Support Grants is available to Allied Health students enrolled in the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy and Bachelor of Physiotherapy degrees at the Whyalla campus of the University of South Australia and living in the region. The grant encourages promising regional students to maintain enrolment and conclude their studies. Aboriginal students are encouraged to apply.
The grant is valued at up to $4000 for one year, provided the recipient continues to meet the grant criteria and maintains satisfactory academic performance. Recipients will receive two payments of up to $2000 within a year of being awarded the grant.
Change of program is not permitted.
Eligibility and selection criteria
To be eligible for this grant, applicants must:
Applicants must provide a written statement (500-750 words) detailing:
The grant will be awarded based on the written statement outlining why the applicant would be a worthy recipient.
Applicants must demonstrate financial disadvantage to apply for the grant. This can be done by providing evidence of current receipt of a Health Care Card and/or a means-tested Centrelink benefit e.g. Austudy, Abstudy, Youth Allowance, etc. Applicants not in receipt of government means tested benefits can complete the UniSA Scholarship Income Assessment Form, to support their application.
How to apply:
Applications open 21 July 2025 to 25 August 2025 and are accessed through my Scholarships (via logging on to the myUniSA student portal).
Value:
$4,000 in two instalments of $2,000.
To be eligible to receive the grant payments successful applicants must:
Ongoing Requirements:
For more information contact:
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The McLeod Toyota Regional Education Student Grant is awarded to students studying an undergraduate education program at the University of South Australia’s Whyalla campus.
Eligibility and selection criteria
To be eligible for this grant, applicants must:
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 700 words) detailing:
The grant will be awarded based on the written statement outlining why the applicant would be a worthy grant recipient.
If‚ in the view of the selection panel‚ no applicant is sufficiently meritorious‚ no award shall be made.
How to apply: Online applications open 17 February 2025 to 24 March 2025 via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2026 is still to be confirmed
Value: $3,000 after Study Period 2 census date (subject to enrolment checks and satisfactory academic progression)
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
Or
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Naracoorte Lucindale Council Undergraduate Grant provides encouragement and support for talented student from the Naracoorte Lucindale Council area studying an undergraduate degree at Mount Gambier campus.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
To receive the grant, applicants must demonstrate an affinity with the Naracoorte Lucindale area, academic achievement and a passion for their UniSA program. Where applicants are equally ranked after consideration of the core criteria, preference may be given to applicants demonstrating financial and/or educational disadvantage.
Whilst there are no restrictions on the use of funds, the grant is designed to assist with the cost of undertaking a university program such as relocation costs, travel expenses, text books and the purchase of computer hardware/ software.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2026 is still to be confirmed
Value: $1‚500 paid after Study Period 2 census date (31 March)
For more information‚ contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Richter Disability Support Service Access Grant assists students who have a disability to manage the additional expenses associated with studying with a disability. These expenses may include equipment, increased travel and limited ability to earn extra income whilst studying.
The Grant will be awarded to continuing students studying at the University of South Australia’s Whyalla campus.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for the grant, applicants must:
Previous recipients of the Richter Disability Support Service Access Grant are not eligible.
Preference will be given to applicants who:
Applicants must provide a written statement (maximum 300 words) that includes:
How to apply:
Applications are open 17 February 2025 to 24 March 2025 via my Scholarships (via logging on to the myUniSA student portal).
Grant re-opening in 2026 is still to be confirmed
Value:
$2000 one-off payment after Study Period 2 census date
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
Or
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Whyalla
Tel: (08) 86476049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Rotary District 9780 UniSA Grant will be awarded to two students attending the UniSA Mt Gambier campus who are enrolled full-time in the second year of their program.
The grant is open to students enrolled full-time in the second year of an undergraduate program. The scholarship will be awarded to a recipient with high academic achievement (Grade Point Average based on first year of 4.5 or above), a strong motivation to succeed, and demonstrated financial disadvantage.
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
To receive the scholarship, applicants must demonstrate a passion for their course, strong motivation to succeed, have clear future goals, and demonstrated financial disadvantage.
Students may be in receipt of another scholarship or grant administered by UniSA.
How to apply: Online applications open 30 June 2025 to 19 August 2025 via my Scholarships
Value: $2,000. Payments are split in two instalments of $1,000 each after the Study Period 2 and 5 census dates provided the recipient continues to meet the grant criteria and maintains satisfactory academic performance.
For more information contact:
Miss Jan Discianni
Administrative Officer
UniSA Regional - Mt Gambier
UniSA Regional Hubs
Tel: (08) 830 28901
Email: Jan.Discianni@unisa.edu.au
The Uniting Country SA Social Work Placement Grant will be awarded to a social work student studying through the University of South Australia Whyalla campus and living in the region. The grant has been designed to assist students meet the costs of attending their upcoming placement.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for this grant, applicants must:
Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or holder of permanent humanitarian visa
Have full-time or part time enrolment in the Bachelor of Social Work - Whyalla (MBSW-WHY) or the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) – Whyalla (MHSW)
Currently enrolled as a Second- or Third-Year student undertaking upcoming Third- and Fourth-year placements. Preference will be given to second year students undertaking their third-year placement
Students undertaking a work-based placement (whereby the student is undertaking placement in an organisation where they are also a paid employee) are ineligible.
Applicants must provide a written statement (500-750 words) detailing:
Aboriginal students will be encouraged to apply.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $2500. Recipients will receive 2 x $1,250 payments aligned to the timing of the placement at Uniting Country SA (subject to enrolment checks and satisfactory academic progression).
First payment to be scheduled once placement has commenced with the second payment scheduled after a successful mid placement review.
For more information contact:
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Uniting Country SA Social Work Study Support Grant will be awarded to a first or second-year social work student enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work program (MBSW - WHY) through the Whyalla campus of the University of South Australia and living in the region. The grant has been designed to encourage promising students to maintain enrolment and conclude their studies.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for the grant, applicants must:
Applicants must provide a written statement (500-750 words) detailing:
Applicants will need to demonstrate financial hardship to apply for the grant. This can be done by providing evidence of current receipt of a Health Care Card and/or a means-tested Centrelink benefit e.g. Austudy, Abstudy, Youth Allowance, etc. Applicants not in receipt of government means tested benefits can complete the UniSA Scholarship Assessment Form, to support their application.
Aboriginal students will be encouraged to apply.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $2500. Recipients will receive two payments of $1,250 in the year they receive the grant (subject to enrolment checks and satisfactory academic progression). Payment 1 after SP2 census date. Payment 2 after SP5 census date.
For more information contact:
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Whyalla Business & Tourism Regional Education Student Grant will be awarded to a continuing student studying at the University of South Australia’s Whyalla campus.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for the grant, applicants must:
o Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours) (MHEC)
o Bachelor of Primary Education (Honours) (MHPE)
o Bachelor of Secondary Education (Honours) (LHSE)
Preference will be given to applicants who:
Applicants must provide a written statement (maximum 700 words) that includes:
How to apply:
Applications are open 17 February 2025 to 24 March 2025 via myScholarships (via logging on to the myUniSA student portal).
Grant re-opening in 2026 is still to be confirmed
Value:
$3000 one-off payment after Study Period 2 census date
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
Or
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8647 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Whyalla City Council Student Grant will be awarded to students studying at the University of South Australia’s Whyalla campus.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for this grant, applicants must:
Applicants will need to demonstrate financial hardship to apply for the grant. This can be done by providing evidence of current receipt of a Health Care Card and/or a means-tested Centrelink benefit(s) e.g. Abstudy, Austudy, Youth Allowance, etc. Applicants not in receipt of government means tested benefits can complete the UniSA Scholarship Assessment Form, to support their application.
Applicants must provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
The grant will be awarded based on financial disadvantage and a written statement outlining why the applicant would be a worthy grant recipient.
How to apply: Online applications open 17 February 2025 to 24 March 2025 via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2026 is still to be confirmed
Value: $2‚500
Payment will be in two instalments:
- $1,250 (paid after the census date for Study Period 2)
- $1,250 (paid after the census date for Study Period 5)
For more information contact:
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The Whyalla Regional Manager's Study Support Grant is available to students enrolled full-time in second, third or fourth year of an undergraduate program at the Whyalla Campus.
Where possible the grants will be distributed to students representing the various programs available at Whyalla Campus. Applications from students who are required to travel from across the region to attend the Whyalla campus for their courses will be considered favourably. Students experiencing other financial or educational challenges such as attending placement are also invited to apply.
Applicants are required to provide a 500 word written statement outlining their financial or educational disadvantage such as travel or other challenging circumstances‚ and how the grant would assist them in their studies.
Recipients will be selected according to financial or educational disadvantage such as travel to campus or placement or other challenging financial circumstances by submitting a personal written statement describing their situation.
Applicants will be asked to provide documentation to support their application such as Centrelink statements or income information.
Academic merit may be taken into account.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships.
Grant opening for applications in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $1000 each. Payment will be made in one instalment of $1000 after the SP2 census date in the year they receive the grant. Recipients must maintain full-time enrolment at Whyalla Campus and satisfactory academic merit.
For more information please contact:
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au
The WSPN Kimberley Pursche Grant sponsored by the Whyalla Suicide Prevention Network Inc and the Pursche Family, is awarded to an enrolled student who is studying an undergraduate degree at the Whyalla Campus.
The grant recipient will have demonstrated capacity to increase the awareness of mental health and decrease the stigma related to mental illness throughout their undergraduate degree. This could be through their course work‚ work placements or campus leadership‚ as well as through community involvement contributing to mental health outcomes.
Furthermore, recipient of the “Kimberley Pursche” grant will be expected to meet with the WSPN network within the 12 months following receipt of the prize. This will be arranged by invitation from the Chair of the WSPN.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for the Grants, applicants must:
Applicants must provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing how they have:
How to apply:
Applications are accessed through myScholarships (via logging on to the myUniSA student portal).
Grant opening for applications in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $1,000.00. Scholarship recipients who are enrolled part-time will receive pro rata payments.
For more information, contact:
Heidi Freeman
UniSA Regional – Whyalla
Tel: (08) 8302 6049
Email: Heidi.Freeman@unisa.edu.au