Key scholarship details
Application status
Opening soon
Applications open
1 Jan 2027
Applications close
8 Mar 2027
Benefit amount
Up to $60,000
Eligible study level
Graduate coursework
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One or more years
Summary
The Califole Melbourne Medical School Scholarship is offer to students who are enrolled in the Doctor of Medicine, have completed their secondary schooling in a state or territory government school, and are experiencing financial disadvantage. Preference is given to students who are from a regional or remote area of Australia.
Benefits
This scholarship provides a living allowance of $15,000 per year for four years, paid in half-yearly instalments of $7500 in April and September.
Amount:
Up to $60,000
Duration:
One or more years
Quantity:
At least 1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, you must:
- Be enrolled in the first year of the Doctor of Medicine
- Have completed secondary schooling in a state or territory government school.
Selection criteria
The scholarship is offered to the eligible candidate(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on their overall level of disadvantage.
Preference is given to candidates who are from a regional or remote area of Australia if ranked tenth or higher.
Conditions
This scholarship cannot be deferred to the following year.
Recipients must:
- Maintain an Academic Status of Good Standing
- Agree to the University providing their name and course details with the donor of their scholarship and provide a note of appreciation and a brief report on the benefits of the scholarship by submitting an official statement of thanks.
Study level:
Graduate coursework
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Health
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How to apply
Candidates must submit the Student Financial Assessment Form and an application, including evidence of attending a state or territory government school.
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When will I know the outcome?
Students will be notified via email of the student bursary outcomes by May.
Status:
Opening soon
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