Key scholarship details
Application status
Not open yet
Applications open
2 Feb 2026
Applications close
7 Mar 2026
Benefit amount
Up to $5,000
Eligible study level
Graduate coursework, Graduate research
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One-off
Summary
The First in Family Bursary is supported by the Melbourne Law School Highest Prioriites - First in Family Fund and offered students who are enrolled with the Melbourne Law School, are first in their family to access teritary study, and are experiencing financial need.
Benefits
This award provides a one-off payment of $5000
Amount:
Up to $5,000
Duration:
One-off
Quantity:
1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this award, you must:
- be enrolled in a coursework or research degree with the Melbourne Law School
- be first in your family to attend higher education
- not have previously received a Law First in Family Bursary or First in Family Travel Grant
Selection criteria
This award is offered to eligible students who are ranked highest by the selection panel based on their financial need using the approved University Student Financial Assessment process and their personal statement.
Conditions
Students must be enrolled and agree to the University sharing their name and course details with the donor of their scholarship and provide a note of appreciation or a brief report on the benefits of the scholarship if requested.
Study level:
Graduate coursework, Graduate research
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Law
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How to apply
You must complete the Student Financial Assessment Form and submit an application including:
- personal statement addressing how the grant will benefit you
- statutory declaration confirming you are first in your family to attend higher education
When will I know the outcome?
Recipients will receive their outcome approximately one month after applications close.
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