Scholarship eligibility

To be eligible for the Snow Scholarship, you must be:

• an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, New Zealand Citizen, or eligible for a HELP loan
• enrolling in an undergraduate degree at the University of Canberra, or completing a preparatory program like UC Prep, the CIT ACT Senior Secondary Certificate, or other TAFE/UC pathways
• living in Canberra or regional/rural NSW (special consideration is given to regional/rural NSW applicants)
• able to meet specific criteria related to equity groups (e.g., financial hardship, living with disability, caregiving responsibilities, Indigenous background).

If you're unsure about eligibility, refer to the detailed criteria above or reach out to us directly.

To be eligible for the Snow Scholarship, you need to meet the following:

• Be enrolling in an undergraduate degree at the University of Canberra
• Be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
• Be studying full-time (unless you are a caregiver)
• Be able to live in on-campus accommodation, unless you are a caregiver or have exceptional circumstances

You need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Living in rural or regional NSW
• Facing financial hardship
• Living with disability
• A caregiver (including sole parents)
• Enrolled in or completed a pathway program

We encourage students from all backgrounds to apply if you meet any of these eligibility requirements. 

The scholarship is designed to support full-time study. If you cannot study full-time, please apply anyway, and we can discuss your circumstances if you are a successful recipient.

Tell us what you have been involved in, such as sporting teams or volunteering. The scholarship is aimed at students hoping to develop leadership skills and further their education with support leading to success.

No, this scholarship is only open to students commencing their undergraduate studies.

Unfortunately, international students are not eligible to apply for the Snow Scholarship. 

The scholarship is open to students eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). These are Australian citizens, New Zealand Citizens, permanent residents, and those holding specific visas (e.g., Permanent Humanitarian Visa, Pacific Engagement Visa, or New Zealand Special Category Visa).

The selection process for the Snow Scholarship is designed to identify students who have the potential to make a positive impact.

Here’s how it works:

• We review your personal statement and any relevant details you’ve shared in your application. (No documents needed just yet.)
• If you're shortlisted, we'll ask for more detailed responses or any supporting documentation.
• Final shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
• Final selection will be based on your potential, commitment, and how well you align with the scholarship’s values of leadership, innovation, and community impact.

No. While many of our other scholarships are assessed automatically at the point of application, the Snow Scholarship requires a separate application each year.

The University and Snow Foundation aim to support students through their studies. Your funding will be tracked in consultation throughout your studies and we would try to avoid this situation. Further discussion may need to be held or you could be required to fund your studies yourself.

This would need to be a discussion with a successful recipient and the University of Canberra.

No. The scholarship funds are intended to assist in students’ accommodation costs and, non-tuition expenses, such as travel expenses to visit family and daily living expenses. It is expected that you will cover the costs of your tuition fees, whether you elect to pay these upfront, or use the HECS-HELP scheme.