Zonta Club of Caloundra Equity Bursary

Brief Description

The Zonta Club of Caloundra Equity Bursary by the University of the Sunshine Coast is a scholarship program designed to provide support to students from marginalized communities, enabling them to pursue higher education and achieve their full potential. This scholarship is awarded to students who face financial or social barriers to their education.

Host Institution(s)

The Zonta Club of Caloundra Equity Bursary is hosted by the University of the Sunshine Coast. Founded in 1994, the University of the Sunshine Coast is a public university located in Queensland, Australia.

It is ranked as one of the top universities in Australia for teaching quality, student support, and graduate employment outcomes.

Level/Field of Study

The Zonta Club of Caloundra Equity Bursary is open to students pursuing any level of study at the University of the Sunshine Coast. This includes undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs in any field of study offered by the university.

Number of Awards

Each year, the Zonta Club of Caloundra awards two bursaries to deserving students at the University of the Sunshine Coast. These bursaries are valued at $3,000 each and are intended to cover a portion of the recipient’s tuition fees.

Target Group

The Zonta Club of Caloundra Equity Bursary targets students from marginalized communities, including women, indigenous students, and those from low socioeconomic backgrounds. These groups are often underrepresented in higher education and face significant barriers in accessing and completing their studies.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The Zonta Club of Caloundra Equity Bursary is valued at $3,000 per recipient and is intended to cover a portion of the recipient’s tuition fees. This scholarship is paid directly to the University of the Sunshine Coast and can be used to cover any educational expenses, including tuition fees, textbooks, and other related costs.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Zonta Club of Caloundra Equity Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be enrolled or intend to enroll in any level of study at the University of the Sunshine Coast
• Demonstrate financial need and/or social barriers to their education
• Be from a marginalized group, including women, indigenous students, and those from low socioeconomic backgrounds
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 4.0 (on a 7-point scale) in their studies

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Application Instructions

To apply for the Zonta Club of Caloundra Equity Bursary, applicants must complete the online application form available on the University of the Sunshine Coast website. Along with the form, applicants are required to provide a personal statement outlining their financial need, a reference letter, and any relevant academic transcripts. The application deadline for this bursary is usually in November each year.

Official Website

For more information about the Zonta Club of Caloundra Equity Bursary by the University of the Sunshine Coast and to access the online application form, please visit the official website