Discover Griffith College’s Class of 2024 Scholarship, offering $10,000 to new Australian Year 12 graduates for their diploma journey. Apply by September 25, 2024, and seize the opportunity to advance your education with financial support and career-focused benefits.
About
Griffith College is happy to share the news about the Class of 2024 Scholarship.
This scholarship gives $10,000 to help Year 12 students who finished school in 2024.
It will help them start their college education and work towards their dream degree and job.
Details
- Opening Date: Monday, 5th August 2024
- Closing Date: Wednesday, 25th September 2024
- Recipient Announcement: Wednesday, 2nd October 2024
The Class of 2024 Scholarship is a non-academic, merit-based award. It aims to help students by giving them money so they can focus on their studies and reach their education and career goals.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:
- Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or New Zealand Citizen.
- Be eligible to enter a Griffith College Diploma.
- Be a new student who has not studied at Griffith College before.
- Have finished Year 12 or expect to finish Year 12 in 2024 at an Australian high school.
- Have applied (through StudyLink or QTAC) to start a Griffith College Diploma, planning to move on to Griffith University.
Note: The scholarship is not available for students studying a Diploma of Health Care.
Benefits
Benefits of the Class of 2024 Scholarship
- Financial Support:
- The scholarship provides a total of $10,000, easing the financial burden of higher education.
- This amount is divided into $1,250 per course for eight courses, directly reducing tuition fees for each course in the diploma program.
- Focus on Studies:
- With financial concerns alleviated, recipients can concentrate fully on their studies.
- The scholarship allows students to dedicate more time and energy to their academic and personal growth without the added pressure of financial constraints.
- Pathway to Higher Education:
- The scholarship supports students in their transition from high school to higher education at Griffith College.
- It provides a strong foundation for students aiming to continue their education at Griffith University, ensuring a smooth progression from diploma to degree.
- Recognition of Merit:
- This non-academic, merit-based scholarship acknowledges and rewards students for their personal qualities, community involvement, and ability to overcome challenges.
- It highlights the recipients’ potential to succeed in college and university, boosting their confidence and motivation.
- Encouragement for Personal Development:
- The scholarship encourages students to reflect on and articulate their personal qualities, achievements, and goals through the application process.
- It fosters a sense of accomplishment and drives recipients to continue striving for excellence in their academic and personal endeavors.
- Enhanced Career Prospects:
- By supporting students through their diploma program, the scholarship helps pave the way for their future careers.
- Graduates with less financial burden are better positioned to pursue further education or enter the workforce with a strong academic background.
- Community Impact:
- Recipients of the scholarship are often those who have shown a commitment to their communities.
- The financial assistance allows them to continue their community involvement and make a positive impact while pursuing their studies.
- Networking Opportunities:
- Being a scholarship recipient can open doors to networking opportunities with other high-achieving students and professionals.
- This can lead to valuable connections and potential mentorship opportunities throughout their academic and professional journey.
By offering substantial financial aid and recognizing students’ merits and potential, the Class of 2024 Scholarship at Griffith College plays a crucial role in supporting students’ educational and career aspirations, ensuring they have the resources and encouragement to succeed.
Application Process:
Applicants need to fill out a scholarship application form here.
The form includes a personal statement addressing these categories (maximum 300 words each):
- Personal Qualities: Talk about your potential to do well at college and university, any personal, sports, or community achievements, community involvement, ability to overcome challenges, and your interests and motivation.
- Impact of Scholarship: Describe how this scholarship and studying at Griffith College would change your life and help you achieve your current and future goals.
- Study Goals: Explain your chosen study area and your future study goals.
Shortlisted applicants may need to provide more information or documents to prove their eligibility and may need to attend an interview with the Scholarship Selection Committee.
The scholarship is worth $10,000, with $1,250 taken off the tuition fee for each of the eight courses in the diploma program. Payment depends on the recipient meeting the scholarship terms and conditions.
Apply Now: Don’t miss this great chance to reach your education and career goals with help from Griffith College. Make sure to complete and submit your application by Wednesday, 25th September 2024.