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Athletic Scholarships 2025: Balancing Sport and Study

Supporting student athletes balancing academic and sporting excellence

Supporting student athletes balancing academic and sporting excellence

These programs represent opportunities specifically designed to support your educational journey, with scholarships ranging from small bursaries to full tuition coverage plus living expenses.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Quality Over Quantity: Hand-picked scholarships from leading Australian universities
  • Award Range: From small bursaries to full tuition coverage plus living expenses
  • Curated Selection: Featured opportunities highlighted below

Understanding Eligibility

Each scholarship has specific eligibility requirements. The most common criteria include:

  • Academic Performance: Minimum GPA or ATAR requirements
  • Study Level: Undergraduate, postgraduate, research, or specific degree programs
  • Citizenship Status: Australian domestic students, international students, or both
  • Enrollment Status: Current students, commencing students, or both
  • Additional Criteria: Specific to your circumstances and the scholarship’s focus

Important: Always read the full eligibility requirements on the official scholarship website before applying.

How to Apply

  1. Review Requirements Carefully: Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before investing time in an application
  2. Prepare Your Documents: Gather transcripts, references, proof of eligibility, and supporting documents
  3. Write Compelling Statements: Articulate your goals, circumstances, and why you deserve support
  4. Meet Deadlines: Note application open and close dates - many scholarships have strict cutoffs
  5. Follow Up: Confirm receipt of your application and respond promptly to any requests

The scholarships below are curated from our comprehensive database. Each has been verified for accuracy and completeness.

Success Tips

Your application success depends on more than just meeting minimum requirements. Consider:

  • Start Early: Give yourself time to craft compelling personal statements and gather documentation
  • Be Authentic: Let your genuine passion and circumstances shine through
  • Seek Feedback: Have teachers, mentors, or university advisors review your application
  • Apply Widely: Don’t limit yourself to one scholarship—many students receive multiple awards
  • Follow Up: Confirm receipt of your application and respond promptly to any requests

Last updated: November 2025. Scholarship information is refreshed regularly from university sources. Always verify details on the official scholarship website before applying.

Featured Scholarships

QUT-AIS Scholarship

Queensland University of Technology

💰 $10,000
📚 Study Level: Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: Athletes, High Achievers
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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AI and ML techniques for predicting future Olympic and Paralympic medal-winning performances (PhD scholarship)

Queensland University of Technology

💰 $41,600
📚 Study Level: Phd
Computer Science & IT Mathematics & Statistics Physical Sciences
👥 For: Indigenous Australian, High Achievers
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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QUT Elite Sport Scholarship

Queensland University of Technology

💰 $10,000
📚 Study Level: Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: Athletes
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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QUT Rising Sports Scholarship (including esport)

Queensland University of Technology

💰 $5,000
📚 Study Level: Any
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: High Achievers, Athletes
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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QUT Elite Sport Scholarship in partnership with the QAS

Queensland University of Technology

💰 $10,000
📚 Study Level: Any, Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: Athletes
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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Elite Athlete and Performer Scholarship

Charles Sturt University

💰 $2,000
📚 Study Level: Any
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: Athletes, Financial Hardship
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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Don Watts High Achiever Scholarship

Curtin University

💰 $12,000
📚 Study Level: Undergraduate, Honours
Interdisciplinary/General Business & Commerce Health Sciences
👥 For: High Achievers, Community Leaders
📋 Enrollment: Current Students Only
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Clem Jones Sporting Scholarships

University of Queensland

💰 $6,000
📚 Study Level: Undergraduate
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: Financial Hardship, Athletes
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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Don Watts High Achiever Scholarship

Curtin University

💰 $12,000
📚 Study Level: Undergraduate, Honours
Interdisciplinary/General Business & Commerce Arts & Humanities
👥 For: High Achievers, Community Leaders
📋 Enrollment: Current Students Only
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University of Tasmania Elite Sports Scholarship

University of Tasmania

💰 $2,000
📚 Study Level: Any, Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: Athletes, Indigenous Australian
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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Scanning and off-ball effort in rugby (PhD scholarship)

Queensland University of Technology

💰 $41,600
📚 Study Level: Phd
Computer Science & IT Mathematics & Statistics Physical Sciences
👥 For: Indigenous Australian, High Achievers
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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Hancock Prospecting Swimming Excellence Scholarship

Bond University

💰 $21,000
📚 Study Level: Any
Interdisciplinary/General Vocational & Trades
👥 For: Athletes, High Achievers
🌏 Eligibility: Domestic and International
📋 Enrollment: Commencing Students Only
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UNE Elite Athlete Scholarship

University of New England

💰 $5,000
📚 Study Level: Undergraduate, Honours
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: Athletes, Indigenous Australian
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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Making advanced AI tools accessible to sports practitioners PhD scholarship

Queensland University of Technology

💰 $41,600
📚 Study Level: Phd
Computer Science & IT Mathematics & Statistics Physical Sciences
👥 For: Indigenous Australian, High Achievers
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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QUT AusCycling Scholarship

Queensland University of Technology

💰 $3,000
📚 Study Level: Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Interdisciplinary/General
👥 For: Athletes, High Achievers
📋 Enrollment: Current and Commencing Students
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