[AUSTRALIA] Elizabeth Ann McCall Scholarship:The Australian Catholic University Brisbane Campus

[AUSTRALIA] Elizabeth Ann McCall Scholarship
The Australian Catholic University Brisbane Campus



The Elizabeth Ann McCall Scholarship was established in 2006 to celebrate the life of Elizabeth Ann McCall who was tragically killed in April 2006, aged 41. The Scholarship has been established in her honour by her husband Mark and sons Sam and Tom.

Elizabeth McCall (nee O'Connor) graduated with a Diploma of Teaching from McAuley College (a predecessor college of Australian Catholic University) in 1984. Both Elizabeth and Mark believed strongly in the importance of an understanding of social justice and this is reflected in the selection criteria for this scholarship.
Eligibility

Applicants must be enrolled in first year studies in the School of Education at Australian Catholic University, Brisbane Campus (McAuley at Banyo)

Must be Australian Citizens or have Australian Residency status.

Value

$2,500 payable in first year of study

Selection Criteria
As this Scholarship has been established to encourage and reward involvement in social justice issues, applicants will be judged on the following:

* Academic merit (based on OP score or entry rank)
* A statement of 200 words or less outlining the applicant's involvement with, and commitment to, social justice issues.
* A referee report from the applicant's school Principal or other relevant person testifying to the applicant's involvement in social justice issues and activities. For example involvement with St Vincent de Paul or similar agency, and/or involvement in school-based activities having a social justice focus.
* Maintain satisfactory academic progress, according to the University's policy;
* Remain a full-time enrolled student at the institution unless there are exceptional circumstances that prevent the student from studying full-time, which have been endorsed by the University.

More Information Please visit: http://www.acu.edu.au

[AUSTRALIA] Catherine McAuley Scholarship:The Australian Catholic University Brisbane Campus

[AUSTRALIA] Catherine McAuley Scholarship
The Australian Catholic University Brisbane Campus



Established through a generous donation from the Sisters of Mercy, Brisbane Congregation, the Catherine McAuley Scholarship honours the founder of the Order.

Only one scholarship will be awarded each year and there will be a maximum of four scholarship holders at any time. The University reserves the right not to award the Scholarship or to vary the amount of the award.
Eligibility

Students entering the first year of their undergraduate course at ACU National Brisbane campus (excluding Bachelor of Theology)

Must be Australian citizens or have Australian Residency status.


Value

Up to $2,500 per annum for the length of the course (up to four years).

Selection Criteria
Preference will be given to commencing students, those who are socially and economically disadvantaged, indigenous students and those from rural and regional areas

* Academic merit (based on OP score or entry rank)
* Evidence which demonstrates the applicant's contribution to and/or leadership in community service, through activities designed to create a more just, merciful and sustainable world (may be included in referees' reports)
* Evidence of social and economic disadvantage, indigenous or rural or regional background
* Two referee reports which address the selection criteria

On-going criteria – scholarship holders must

* Maintain satisfactory academic progress, according to the University's policy;
* Remain a full-time enrolled student at the institution unless there are exceptional circumstances that prevent the student from studying full-time, which have been endorsed by the University.

Note: Performance and personal circumstances are to be taken into consideration when reviewing and renewing the award each year.
Further info

Jane Thompson - State Manager Fundraising & Development, Queensland
Email: Jane.Thompson@acu.edu.au phone: 02 6209 1194

More Information Please visit: http://www.acu.edu.au

[AUSTRALIA] Gleeson Family Scholarship:The Australian Catholic University Brisbane Campus

[AUSTRALIA] Gleeson Family Scholarship
The Australian Catholic University Brisbane Campus



The Gleeson Family Scholarship was established in 2006 by the Family of Mr John (Jack) Gleeson AM. Jack Gleeson's work in industry and telecommunications improved the lives of thousands of people, particularly those from isolated and rural areas. In 2005 he was awarded Australian Catholic University's (ACU National) highest honour, Doctor of the University, honoris causa, for his selfless and tireless commitment to the Church and society. This scholarship for study at ACU National was established to support undergraduate students who might not otherwise be able to access tertiary education.
Eligibility

Students entering the first year of their course in business, education, health, or social welfare related disciplines.

Must be Australian Citizens or those with Permanent Residency status.


Value

The scholarship will be valued at $4,000 per annum for the 3 or 4 years of an eligible undergraduate course and will be awarded subject to annual review of performance and personal circumstances. The benefit amount is to be subject to review and increase with CPI.

Selection Criteria
Preference will be given to students who are socially and economically disadvantaged and those from rural and regional Queensland particularly from the Catholic Diocese of Townsville.

* Australian Catholic University must be given as their QTAC first preference
* Academic merit (based on OP score or entry rank)
* A written statement (200 words or less) demonstrating commitment to the Catholic community
* Two referee reports from applicant's local parish priest and School Principal

On-going criteria – scholarship holders must

* Maintain satisfactory academic progress, according to the University's policy;
* Remain a full-time enrolled student at the institution unless there are exceptional circumstances that prevent the student from studying full-time, which have been endorsed by the University.

Note: Performance and personal circumstances are to be taken into consideration when reviewing and renewing the award each year.
Further info

Jane Thompson - State Manager Fundraising & Development, Queensland
Email: Jane.Thompson@acu.edu.au phone: 07 3623 7146
Applications

Download the application form (PDF, 67kb)
Completed forms may be faxed to the Student Fees and Scholarships Office (03) 9417 3259, emailed to scholarships@acu.edu.au or mailed to:

Attn: Student Fees & Scholarships Office.
ACU National
Locked Bag 4115
FITZROY MDC VIC 3065

More Information Please visit: http://www.acu.edu.au

[AUSTRALIA] Laurie Daniels Scholarship:The Australian Catholic University Canberra Campus

[AUSTRALIA] Laurie Daniels Scholarship
The Australian Catholic University Canberra Campus

The Laurie Daniels Scholarship was established through the ACU National Foundation and commemorates the life of Laurie Daniels, a founding member of the University Senate, an active supporter of ACU National, and a life-long advocate of Catholic education. Since 2006 this scholarship has supported students in the new School of Nursing (NSW & ACT) at Canberra Campus.
Eligibility

Students entering the second year of the Bachelor of Nursing after having successfully completed the Enrolled Nurse Bridging Course at Canberra Institute of Technology.

Must be Australian citizens or have Australian Residency status.


Value

The successful applicant will be awarded $2,000 each year across the second and third years of the Bachelor of Nursing program at Canberra Campus. The continuation of the support in the third year is dependent upon successful completion of studies in the second year of the program.

Selection Criteria

* Credit Level or above in CIT Bridging Course
* Preference will be given to those in financial need. Applicants must provide a 200-word statement demonstrating financial need and use to which the scholarship may be applied.

Further info

Bea Brickhill - National Manager Fundraising & Development, ACU National
Email: bea.brickhill@acu.edu.au, phone: 02 6209 1194

More Information Please visit: http://www.acu.edu.au

[AUSTRALIA] George Alexander Foundation Scholarships : The Australian Catholic University Ballarat Campus

[AUSTRALIA] George Alexander Foundation Scholarships
The Australian Catholic University Ballarat Campus

The Australian Catholic University Foundation has established these scholarships through a grant from the George Alexander Foundation. George Alexander had a special interest in the areas of Education and Environment & Conservation. These scholarships reflect his interest in helping young people of outstanding academic ability, particularly those from rural and regional communities, to overcome financial disadvantage and achieve their tertiary education goals.
Eligibility

Students from rural or regional areas of Victoria who are entering the first year of their undergraduate course at Ballarat Campus

Must be an Australian citizen or have Australian Residency status


Value

Five scholarships of $10,000 each will be offered each year. Each scholarship will be paid in instalments over three years. An initial payment of $4,000 will be made in first year of study, then $3,000 for the following two years.

Selection Criteria

* Academic merit (based on ENTER score or entry rank). This is a key criterion.
* Evidence of desire to overcome social, economic or geographic disadvantage to their studies.
* Evidence of activities undertaken by applicants that show a measure of initiative and commitment in their academic, professional or personal life (for example, part-time employment, positions of leadership, community involvement or voluntary work).
* Evidence of how the scholarship would enable the applicant to overcome financial disadvantage and achieve academic success or a demonstrable career pathway and employment opportunities.
* At least one academic referee report which must address the selection criteria.

Ongoing criteria – scholarship holders must

* Maintain a Grade Point Average of 5 or more;
* Continue to meet eligibility requirements and provide documentary evidence to support ongoing eligibility when requested;
* Remain a full-time enrolled student at the Ballarat campus unless there are exceptional circumstances that prevent the student from studying full-time, which have been endorsed by the University.

Note: Performance and personal circumstances are to be taken into consideration when reviewing and renewing the award each year.
Further info

Email: Linda.Carpenter@acu.edu.au

More Information Please visit: http://www.acu.edu.au

[AUSTRALIA] Francis Carroll Scholarship: The Australian Catholic University Canberra Campus

[AUSTRALIA] Francis Carroll Scholarship: The Australian Catholic University Canberra Campus

The Francis Carroll Scholarship was established by public appeal in 2006 to honour Father Francis Carroll's contribution to the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn on the occasion of his retirement as Archbishop. The scholarship is designed to assist students from rural and regional areas within the Archdiocese of Canberra/Goulburn or the Diocese of Wagga Wagga in their first year at ACU National, Canberra.
Eligibility

Students must be enrolled for their first year at Canberra Campus and whose permanent residence must be in a rural or regional area within the Archdiocese of Canberra/Goulburn or the Diocese of Wagga Wagga.

Must be Australian Citizens or have Australian Residency status.

Value $2,500

Selection Criteria

* Academic merit (based on UAI score or entry rank)
* Evidence of community service
* Evidence of financial need
* Referee report from school Principal

Further info Bea Brickhill - National Manager Fundraising & Development, ACU National
Email: bea.brickhill@acu.edu.au, phone: 02 6209 1194
Closing Date Applications for 2009 will open late November 2008.

More Information Please visit: http://www.acu.edu.au