ACU student accommodation scholarships

We know moving away from home to live closer to uni can be challenging, but our scholarships are here to help. Browse our scholarships below – you could be eligible for one or more to fund your studies.

Conditional approval for many of these scholarships can be awarded while you wait for your ACU offer. So, apply now.

National scholarships

ACU Relocation Scholarship

The Relocation Scholarship provides a partial rental fee scholarship for commencing undergraduate students who are suffering hardship or who are required to relocate to study at one of ACU’s Sydney, Ballarat or Canberra campuses valued at $5,000.

ACU Accommodation Scholarship

The ACU Accommodation Scholarship is designed to alleviate financial stresses associated with accommodation expenses to better support students to achieve academic success. The scholarship provides a 20% remission in accommodation rental fees in ACU Student Accommodation properties. This generous award will assist you to focus on your studies, rather than the cost of accommodation. It is available in Canberra, Ballarat and all Sydney campuses.

ACU International Student Accommodation Scholarship

ACU Student Accommodation aims to support international students when they arrive in Australia to study. The ACU International Student Accommodation Scholarship is designed to encourage international students to choose to stay in ACU Student Accommodation which engages students from a range of backgrounds, with equally diverse aspirations and support needs.

The scholarship provides a 20% remission of fees in ACU Student Accommodation properties in Ballarat, Canberra and Sydney for the duration of 12 months. It is available in Canberra, Ballarat and all Sydney campuses.

Elite Athlete and Performer Program (EAPP) Accommodation Scholarship

The EAPP Accommodation Scholarship is designed to support sportspeople and performers who require accommodation during their studies. This scholarship is open to current and commencing students and is available at Canberra, Ballarat and all Sydney campuses.

ACU Indigenous Accommodation Award

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students studying full-time at ACU, may be eligible for accommodation support while living away from home and community. This award covers the full cost of accommodation, so you can concentrate on your studies and make the most of your university experience.

This scholarship is available at all of our campuses.

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To see a full list of scholarships available to ACU students, visit our scholarship browser.

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Please note that students can accept only one Student Accommodation scholarship.

Receiving the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Accommodation Scholarship has truly been a life changing opportunity. I've lived at the Miguel Cordero Residence (MCR) for four years, and it’s given me so many opportunities to grow – like serving as a Residential Advisor for three of those years. Being part of the MCR community has surrounded me with encouragement and a sense of belonging. It’s helped me stay motivated and focused on my studies. Along the way, I've formed lifelong friendships and found invaluable support, that’s made my time at MCR really special.

Cara

Sydney student accommodation

Tim

Thank you for providing this much needed support to me and my family. The Accommodation Scholarship removes loads of weight off my shoulders – I no longer need to work so hard to pay the bills. I will be able to study harder and hopefully achieve greater things.

Tim

Sydney student accommodation

The EAPP Accommodation Scholarship has had an immensely positive outcome on my studies and my personal life. The scholarship has made it possible for me to stay at Miguel Cordero Residence and use its study rooms, gym and common area to meet classmates and new friends. These resources have allowed me to put time and effort into my studies and personal life, and I strongly recommend applying for a scholarship when looking for a place to stay at any of ACU's accommodation sites across the country.

Marcus

Sydney student accommodation

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