Find the right Scholarship and know how to apply for it

Scholarships can cover course fees, textbooks, accommodation, travel, and living costs. Unlike a loan though, the money doesn’t need to be paid back. But most students don’t know where to start looking, or how to put together a strong application.

The 2026 Scholarships Guide puts everything in one place. Whether you’re a careers advisor running a workshop, a parent helping your child explore their options, or a student ready to start searching, this guide makes the process clear and manageable.

What’s inside the 2026 Scholarships Guide

This 26-page PDF resource covers:

• Four scholarship categories explained – equity, merit-based, co-op, and industry scholarships broken down in plain English, with clear explanations of who they’re for and how they work
• Eligibility criteria and application tips – practical advice on crafting a strong application, including how to start early, personalise your responses, research the scholarship donors, and apply for multiple scholarships
• Benefits beyond money – networking, mentoring, internships, leadership programs, ATAR bonus points, and early study offers that many students don’t realise come with scholarships
• Scholarship providers by state and territory – clickable links to universities, TAFEs, and private providers across NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA, ACT, NT, and Tasmania
• New Zealand providers – universities, vocational institutions, and wānanga with direct links to their scholarship pages
• Independent scholarships by category – curated lists of providers for general, disability, financial disadvantage, Indigenous/Māori/Pasifika, LGBTQIA+, refugee, rural and regional, and women’s scholarships
• Links to Study Work Grow’s live databases – our institutional and independent scholarship databases are updated weekly, so students always have access to the latest opportunities

Why schools, students, and families choose this guide

Study Work Grow’s team researches and compiles scholarship information year-round, so you don’t have to spend hours searching through university websites and provider pages for the latest details. Both the Personal Edition and School Licensed Edition is written in straightforward, student-friendly language and designed to be used independently at home, as part of a classroom workshop, or for one-to-one guidance. For schools with the licensed edition, it can be shared across your campus via your LMS, intranet, or email.

Even students who apply and aren’t successful will gain something valuable, as the application process builds self-awareness, helps them articulate their strengths, and gives them practice for future job applications.

Benefits for students

Designed to be step-by-step, the guide gives students everything they need to know to get started on a scholarship application, and with links to our comprehensive databases that are updated weekly (so they’ll always have the latest info).

How to use this guide

There’s a variety of ways you can use it –

• Download and share it – the school-licensed edition can be distributed via your LMS, intranet, or email to your school community
• Run a scholarship workshop – use the guide as a framework to walk students through the application process in a group setting
• Link to the live databases – embed the scholarship database links in your school careers website so students can search for opportunities anytime
• Use the application tips – students can work through the advice on personal statements, referees, and research independently to build a stronger application

Ready to search for a the right scholarship for you (or your students)?
The guide is available for individuals (Students/Parents) and also as a School Licensed Edition for sharing with your school community. Simply select the correct option and download it today.