2023-24 Academic Scholarship

CoastAbility invites applications for a two-year Academic Scholarship to the value of $5,000 from registered Clients or young people with Client eligibility.

2023/24 APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON WEDNESDAY, 31ST MAY 2023

NB: Enquiries to discuss special circumstances are welcome throughout the year – click here to contact us.

OVERVIEW

Applicants for the Academic Scholarship must have acceptance for, or be currently enrolled in, an accredited course of study either as a post school student or as part of their high school studies.

Evidence of academic achievements and acceptance or enrolment for School, University, TAFE, College or Training Organisation must be provided.

AWARDING

CoastAbility Board has the discretion to vary the number and value of scholarships.

All applications will be considered and acknowledged.

Successful applicant/s will be notified and if feasible a short presentation ceremony to receive scholarships will be arranged.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

CoastAbility client, or eligible for registration with CoastAbility
Primary physical disability or multiple disabilities
Age group 16 – 23 years
Application outside age range, dependent on exceptional circumstances
Sound academic record
Acceptance or enrolment in accredited post school course of study, or in course as part of high school studies

REQUIREMENTS

CoastAbility Registration Form, if not registered
Evidence of academic achievement – School, University, TAFE, College, Training Organisation
Completed CoastAbility Academic Scholarship Application form (on this page)

USE OF FUNDS

Scholarships will not be awarded for any purpose for which Government or other forms of financial assistance are reasonably available to applicants.

Funds may be used towards course related expenses and resources, including but not restricted to those not fully covered by NDIS;

Course program and tuition fees
Computer hardware and software
Technology/ stationery/equipment required for study
Text books
Library and internet charges
Campus /residential school /field trip expenses – travel/ accommodation
Scribes and tutors
Personal care/assistance

Funds may not be used for:

Purchase of mobile phones or payment of phone bills, expenses not directly related to study

ANNUAL REPORTING

Recipients will be asked to provide a short report to CoastAbility members on their progress and use of the funds after the first 12 months, and again at 2 years.

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Academic Scholarship

First Name *

Surname *

Date of Birth

Are you registered with CoastAbility? *

Yes

Client #

Please register to join CoastAbility. Contact will be made to advise your Registration status.

Address

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal

Email *

Home Phone *

Mobile *

Disability/ies *

Scholarship Information

Education facility currently attending *

Please attach evidence below.

Evidence of institution attendance *

Maximum upload size: 5MB

Course/s to be supported by this scholarship and educational facility (if different from above) *

Please list academic achievements to date, beginning with most recent.

Achievement *

Proof of achievement *

Maximum upload size: 5MB

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Your Family

Parent / Carer or Next of Kin (if over 18) *

Net income per week (family, or applicant if over 18) *

Are you in receipt of the NDIS?

Yes

Are you receiving NDIS or other financial support for the proposed studies? If so, please give details. *

What are the specific purposes for which the proposed scholarship funds will be used for?

Any expensive item should be justified/recommended by a professional. Dollar figures should relate to estimated expenditure proposed in each 12 month period.

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Cost

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