Education scholarships offered for disadvantaged students
NSW students from Years 10–12 (or TAFE equivalent) are now able to apply for a $1000 scholarship to help meet the cost of studying.
The NSW Government’s Youth Development Scholarships program is available for eligible students, said Natasha Maclaren-Jones, Minister for Families and Communities and Minister for Disability Services.
“The scholarships aim to remove some of the financial burdens that students face so they can focus on achieving greater results and finish their studies,” she said.
“From textbooks to internet access, the scholarships will ensure our young people are well-equipped to reach their full potential.”
Minister for Education and Early Learning Sarah Mitchell said that a quality education is a strong foundation for a brighter future.
“The NSW Government wants to support our students in achieving their goals, and these scholarships provide them with the necessary financial support to get them started,” Mitchell said.
“I know these scholarships will be greatly appreciated by our young people and will help them have a bright start in life.”
To be eligible for the scholarship, students must be living in social housing or on the housing register, receiving private rental subsidy from DCJ, or living in supported accommodation or out-of-home care.
More than 4700 students have been supported by the scholarship program since it was established in 2017.
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