The Salaam Foundation Leadership Scholarship

The Salaam Foundation Leadership Scholarship is to support continuing or commencing students who are permanent humanitarian visa holders to help minimise the financial burden of university studies. The scholarship is offered to 1 place per year and is valued at $7,500 (payable over two sessions) for up to a maximum of 2.5 years for undergraduate students or up to 2 years for postgraduate coursework students.

Key details

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Study level

Undergraduate,

Postgraduate

Student type

Domestic

Award value
(Direct payment)

$7,500 per year. Payment will be split across two sessions.

Duration

Up to 2.5 years

About the scholarship

The Salaam Foundation partners with and supports organisations and community groups to address and solve real-world problems. It is committed to opening tomorrow to those who need it most through initiatives that build a positive, strong, and inclusive Australia.The Foundation is passionate about opening opportunities to everyone through their four key pillars of impact: supporting refugees through education, helping the homeless, conserving Islamic art and culture and empowering Australia’s youth to be leaders of tomorrow by contributing to civics, youth and democracy. They believe in taking positive action in contributing and building a better future for all of us, leaving a positive footprint on the community, society and the country. Educational scholarships are at the center of the Salaam Foundation’s commitment. For more information about the Salaam Foundation please visit their website: https://www.salaamfoundation.com.au/

Duration

This scholarship is valid for the maximum 2.5 years

Criteria

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

  • Be a continuing or commencing undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree student at Macquarie University in Session 1 2026.
  • Be a permanent humanitarian visa holder.
  • Intend to study Full-Time.
  • Have demonstrated record of high academic achievement (Minimum ATAR of 85 for commencing students; Minimum WAM of 70 for continuing students).
  • Can demonstrate the ability to work hard to achieve their goals.

Applicable course

  • All

How to apply

Application for this scholarship can be made by completing the online Macquarie University Scholarship Application form. Successful applicant will be selected based on:

  • Evaluation of answers to online application questions