The Public Education Foundation’s National Regional and Remote Tertiary Scholarship supports current Year 12 students attending public high schools in regional, rural or remote regions across all states and territories in Australia. This scholarship aims to support high-potential students who face hardship to pursue their post-school education goals.
PLEASE DO NOT COMMENCE AN APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE CONFIRMED YOUR ELIGIBILITY FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP
To check your eligibility, visit the MySchool website. Your school’s SCHOOL LOCATION must be listed as Inner Regional, Outer Regional, Remote or Very Remote. Students from non-eligible locations should apply for the National Tertiary Scholarship instead.
Scholarships assist students transitioning into TAFE or public university study after Year 12 in 2025. Eligible pathways include bachelor's degrees, accredited apprenticeships, or Advanced Diplomas.
Scholarship Value
- Up to $3,000 per year for a maximum of 3 years
- A one-off relocation payment may be available if applicable
- Final value depends on location, circumstances, and education pathway
Eligible Expenses
- Course fees
- Required equipment
- Stationery and textbooks
- Laptop
- Online or in-person tutoring
Recipients must submit an academic transcript each year to confirm progress. The Foundation reserves the right to withdraw scholarships for unsatisfactory academic progression or if the student discontinues their course. Any unused funds must be returned.
Please read the scholarship terms and conditions before applying.
Basic Eligibility
- Attend a public school in an eligible regional, rural or remote area (see MySchool)
- Currently enrolled in Year 12
- Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Students without permanent residency or citizenship may be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Committed to full-time study at university or TAFE in 2026
Selection Criteria
- Academic achievement, study relevance and/or work experience
- Motivation to complete chosen study/training
- Clear career path and educational alignment
- Equity or financial disadvantage impacting education
- Positive school engagement and high attendance
- Participation in school and extracurricular activities
For more information, please contact us at scholarships@publiceducationfoundation.org.au.
National Regional and Remote Tertiary Scholarship
The Public Education Foundation’s National Regional and Remote Tertiary Scholarship supports current Year 12 students attending public high schools in regional, rural or remote regions across all states and territories in Australia. This scholarship aims to support high-potential students who face hardship to pursue their post-school education goals.
PLEASE DO NOT COMMENCE AN APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE CONFIRMED YOUR ELIGIBILITY FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP
To check your eligibility, visit the MySchool website. Your school’s SCHOOL LOCATION must be listed as Inner Regional, Outer Regional, Remote or Very Remote. Students from non-eligible locations should apply for the National Tertiary Scholarship instead.
Scholarships assist students transitioning into TAFE or public university study after Year 12 in 2025. Eligible pathways include bachelor's degrees, accredited apprenticeships, or Advanced Diplomas.
Scholarship Value
- Up to $3,000 per year for a maximum of 3 years
- A one-off relocation payment may be available if applicable
- Final value depends on location, circumstances, and education pathway
Eligible Expenses
- Course fees
- Required equipment
- Stationery and textbooks
- Laptop
- Online or in-person tutoring
Recipients must submit an academic transcript each year to confirm progress. The Foundation reserves the right to withdraw scholarships for unsatisfactory academic progression or if the student discontinues their course. Any unused funds must be returned.
Please read the scholarship terms and conditions before applying.
Basic Eligibility
- Attend a public school in an eligible regional, rural or remote area (see MySchool)
- Currently enrolled in Year 12
- Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Students without permanent residency or citizenship may be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Committed to full-time study at university or TAFE in 2026
Selection Criteria
- Academic achievement, study relevance and/or work experience
- Motivation to complete chosen study/training
- Clear career path and educational alignment
- Equity or financial disadvantage impacting education
- Positive school engagement and high attendance
- Participation in school and extracurricular activities
For more information, please contact us at scholarships@publiceducationfoundation.org.au.