The MQBS Applied Finance Scholarship

This donor-funded scholarship aims to support students who may experience financial or other barriers that could prevent them from accessing or continuing tertiary education.

Key details

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Study level

Undergraduate

Student type

Domestic

Award value
(The scholarship is paid in two equal instalments across Sessions 1 and 2.)

AUD $10,000

Duration

Up to one year.

About the scholarship

The Macquarie School of Business (MQBS) Applied Finance Scholarship provides financial assistance to disadvantaged students enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Finance.

Duration

This scholarship is awarded for a maximum duration of one year, subject to meeting ongoing eligibility criteria.

Criteria

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen.
  • Be a commencing full-time student enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Finance within the Macquarie School of Business in Session 1, 2026.
  • Have lodged an Equity Scholarship application through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
  • Be able to demonstrate financial hardship.

Applicable courses

How to apply

Application for this scholarship can be made by completing the online Macquarie University Scholarship Application form and an Equity Scholarship application by 6 January 2026 through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) at https://www26.uac.edu.au/esapply/. More information on the application process can be found in the UAC Equity.

  • The application must include a CV/resumé and a personal statement addressing the following questions:
  • How will this scholarship ease your financial burden?
  • What motivated you to study Finance at Macquarie University?