Scholarship

NAFEA 2026 Scholarships 

Are you planning a rural or remote placement in the first half of 2026? We know that relocation isn't just a logistical challenge—it’s a financial one. The NAFEA Equity Rural Placement Scholarship is back for 2026 to help bridge that gap.

• The Support: Up to $2,000 to assist with travel and accommodation.
• The Goal: To support students facing financial hardship in reaching regional communities.
• The Fine Print: This is a competitive process. Ensure your university is a NAFEA member and your placement meets the remoteness criteria.

2026 Round 2 applications will open 1 July 2026

Apply here: nafea.org.au/scholarships/

Don’t let the cost of travel stand between you and an incredible rural experience. Get your application ready!

NAFEA

Supporting the next generation of Indigenous professionals. 

2026 Round 2 applications will open 1 July 2026. 

NAFEA is proud to continue our Indigenous Equity Rural Placement Scholarship, specifically designed for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students going on placement.

Rural and remote placements offer invaluable experience, but the "out-of-pocket" costs should not be a barrier to your success. If you are undertaking a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement in 2026 that requires you to relocate more than 100km from home, NAFEA wants to assist you.

• Funding: Up to $2,000 for direct relocation and living costs.
• Eligibility: Open to students at NAFEA institutional member universities.
• Requirement: Applicants will need to provide proof of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity.

Learn more: nafea.org.au/scholarships/

Please visit Scholarships at JCU for further information on scholarships that may be available to students.