The Public Education Foundation National Tertiary Scholarship is open to current Year 12 students who attend public high schools in metropolitan regions in all states and territories across Australia. The scholarships seek to support motivated individuals with demonstrated merit, who are facing hardship, to realise their career goals.
PLEASE DO NOT COMMENCE AN APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE CONFIRMED YOU ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS PARTICULAR SCHOLARSHIP .
To check if you are eligible to apply for this scholarship, please check the MySchool website here for your school. Only students whose SCHOOL LOCATION is designated as Major Cities are eligible to apply for this scholarship. If your school location is not designated as major cities, please apply for the National Rural & Remote Tertiary scholarship.
The scholarships provide financial assistance to high potential students who intend to continue studying either at TAFE or public university after completing Year 12 in 2025. The funds assist with the transition into and progress through post-school education e.g. University bachelor's degree, TAFE accredited apprenticeship or a TAFE Advanced Diploma.
Each scholarship offered consists of an annual payment of up to $3,000 provided at the commencement of each academic year, up to a maximum of 3 years. The value of the scholarship offered to successful students will be based on their personal circumstances and choice of post-school education.
The scholarship is intended to cover educational expenses such as:
- Course fees
- Necessary equipment
- Stationery and books
- Laptop face-to-face tutoring or online tutoring
At the end of each academic year, the student will be required to submit to the Public Education Foundation evidence of their successful progression through their study in the form of an academic transcript. If a student is not progressing satisfactorily through their study, the Public Education Foundation reserves the right to terminate the scholarship.
If a student discontinues their university or TAFE education, the scholarship will lapse. Any unspent monies at the end of the scholarship period must be refunded to the Public Education Foundation scholarship fund.
Before applying for this scholarship, please ensure that you read the scholarship terms and conditions available on our website.
Basic Eligibility
- Attends a Public School in metropolitan regions across Australia (designated as Major Cities according to the MySchool website)
- Currently in Year 12
- Australian citizen or permanent resident
Note: Students who do not currently have either permanent residence or Australian Citizenship will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Commitment to studying a TAFE course or university degree as a full-time student in 2025
SELECTION CRITERIA
Successful applications should meet the following criteria:
- Evidence that current study, academic records or work experience is appropriate to the nominated tertiary study or training
- Determination to complete the nominated study or training
- Strongly articulated commitment to their chosen career path
- Experiencing equity hardship(s) that may prevent them from otherwise successfully transitioning to post-school study or training
- Positive attitude towards schooling and a high attendance rate
- Participation in school life
- Contributes to the community and/or in extracurricular activities
National Tertiary Scholarship
The Public Education Foundation National Tertiary Scholarship is open to current Year 12 students who attend public high schools in metropolitan regions in all states and territories across Australia. The scholarships seek to support motivated individuals with demonstrated merit, who are facing hardship, to realise their career goals.
PLEASE DO NOT COMMENCE AN APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE CONFIRMED YOU ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS PARTICULAR SCHOLARSHIP .
To check if you are eligible to apply for this scholarship, please check the MySchool website here for your school. Only students whose SCHOOL LOCATION is designated as Major Cities are eligible to apply for this scholarship. If your school location is not designated as major cities, please apply for the National Rural & Remote Tertiary scholarship.
The scholarships provide financial assistance to high potential students who intend to continue studying either at TAFE or public university after completing Year 12 in 2025. The funds assist with the transition into and progress through post-school education e.g. University bachelor's degree, TAFE accredited apprenticeship or a TAFE Advanced Diploma.
Each scholarship offered consists of an annual payment of up to $3,000 provided at the commencement of each academic year, up to a maximum of 3 years. The value of the scholarship offered to successful students will be based on their personal circumstances and choice of post-school education.
The scholarship is intended to cover educational expenses such as:
- Course fees
- Necessary equipment
- Stationery and books
- Laptop face-to-face tutoring or online tutoring
At the end of each academic year, the student will be required to submit to the Public Education Foundation evidence of their successful progression through their study in the form of an academic transcript. If a student is not progressing satisfactorily through their study, the Public Education Foundation reserves the right to terminate the scholarship.
If a student discontinues their university or TAFE education, the scholarship will lapse. Any unspent monies at the end of the scholarship period must be refunded to the Public Education Foundation scholarship fund.
Before applying for this scholarship, please ensure that you read the scholarship terms and conditions available on our website.
Basic Eligibility
- Attends a Public School in metropolitan regions across Australia (designated as Major Cities according to the MySchool website)
- Currently in Year 12
- Australian citizen or permanent resident
Note: Students who do not currently have either permanent residence or Australian Citizenship will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Commitment to studying a TAFE course or university degree as a full-time student in 2025
SELECTION CRITERIA
Successful applications should meet the following criteria:
- Evidence that current study, academic records or work experience is appropriate to the nominated tertiary study or training
- Determination to complete the nominated study or training
- Strongly articulated commitment to their chosen career path
- Experiencing equity hardship(s) that may prevent them from otherwise successfully transitioning to post-school study or training
- Positive attitude towards schooling and a high attendance rate
- Participation in school life
- Contributes to the community and/or in extracurricular activities