Indigenous Education and Research Centre Scholarships
Scholarships
- Indigenous Education and Research Centre
- Indigenous Engagement
- Virtual Open Day
- Mabo Decision: 30 years on
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander in Marine Science
- Elite Athletes
- CEE
- International Students
- CEE
- Research Division
- JCU Orientation
- General Practice and Rural Medicine
- Pathways to university
- Cyber Security Hub
- JCU Global Experience
- Defence
- Open Day
- Pharmacy Full Scope
- JCU Heroes Programs
Scholarships reduce some of the pressures of pursuing further education. It allows students to enhance their knowledge and skills while minimising financial stress and burden. Scholarships are used to:
- Create opportunities for people who otherwise would not be able to go to university.
- Free up time for studying. This allows students to focus on getting the best grades possible making them more competitive in the job market once they graduate.
- Purchase the necessary materials to complete their course (e.g., textbooks, laptops, writing equipment etc.).
- Reduce student debt. This debt tends to increase over time due to interest rates putting students in further financial grief.
- Be an impressive addition to resumes. Scholarships aren’t just about money; they can be about exceptional grades, good academic skills and outstanding achievements which makes a resume more distinctive.
"The Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme (PHMSS) is for undergraduate students seeking a future in health-related disciplines. PHMSS has allowed me to concentrate on my studies by providing me with financial stability throughout them. I am honoured to have received this scholarship as it encourages me to stay focused and motivated on my end goal – to work in oncology.
For anyone hesitant on applying for a scholarship: just go for it because it provides you with so much help and assistance."
Destiny McDonald
Current JCU Nursing Student
The Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme (PHMSS) 2024-2027
Scholarships for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
There are a range of scholarships available for JCU Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. These include scholarships by study area, postgraduate research, Commonwealth scholarships and more.
Scholarships for all JCU students
Browse the full list of scholarships available to all Indigenous and non-Indigenous JCU students.
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