Gill Family Scholarship

About this scholarship

Established in 2014, the Gill Family Scholarship is intended to financially assist students from low socio-economic backgrounds.

Application dates

Open Date: Thursday 06 September 2018

Close Date: Monday 11 March 2019

Scholarship type

Equity

Value

• The scholarship is valued at $2,500, to be paid in one lump sum.
• There is one scholarship available.

Student type

Current Students

Eligibility

This scholarship is open to applicants who meet all of the following criteria:

• Citizenship: domestic students
• Campus: Melbourne or Ballarat
• Course: enrolled in a Nursing or Midwifery degree
• Year Level: Second year or above

Application process

The following documents must be submitted with the application:

• A written statement of approximately 200 words outlining:
  • how the Scholarship could financially support you and your studies
  • how your intended degree would potentially benefit future career aspirations
• Evidence of your contribution to community service and social justice
• Evidence of financial need
• Academic transcript (current)
• Resume

Selection criteria

Applications are assessed based on the strength of the following criteria:

• Written statement
• Contribution to community service and social justice
• Financial need

Selection process

Applications will be shortlisted by the Scholarships Office and a recipient selected by a selection committee comprised of the donor and a representative of the School of Nursing and Midwifery.