Charles Sturt Communication Scholarship

Charles Sturt University, Australia

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Charles Sturt University, NEW SOUTH WALES
Deadline: 20 Jan 2023

Guidelines
  • The Charles Sturt Communication Scholarship is a cash scholarship that the successful recipient can use to assist with the cost of starting their communications career.
  • We have 5 x $2,000 scholarships to award.
  • The scholarship is one payment payable by EFT to the personal bank account that you have registered with Charles Sturt University. Payment is made within 14 days of census date to successful recipients meeting the eligibility criteria.
  • You can register bank details with Charles Sturt University on the Student Portal by going to Personal Details to enter or change bank details.
  • The Scholarships Office will be responsible for the assessment, allocation and administration of this scholarship.
  • The University receives a high volume of applications for scholarships; meeting the eligibility criteria may not guarantee applicants a scholarship offer.
  • To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must have met all of the eligibility criteria by the closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. This Scholarship cannot be deferred.
  • The University reserves the right to recoup scholarship payments if your circumstances change and you no longer meet the eligibility criteria

    • Terms and Conditions

    By accepting the scholarship offer you agree to:

  • fulfil all requirements as set out in these guidelines;
  • consent to Charles Sturt University accessing your student records for the purposes of assessing and administering the scholarship
  • provide any change of individual circumstances in writing to the Scholarships Office [email protected] ;
  • provide information and participate in surveys for promotional purposes and review of this scholarship
  • accept the terms and conditions of this scholarship

    • The University reserves the right to undertake audits of individual student’s records to ensure adherence to these guidelines.


    Policy

    A scholarship recipient who undertakes an approved program of study overseas with another University as a cross-institutional student will be considered for payment of this scholarship during this period. This is conditional on the cross-institutional study being a requirement of the course and all other eligibility criteria being met.

    A scholarship recipient should be aware that payments may be regarded as income by Centrelink and/or ATO it is the responsibility of the recipient to seek independent advice with respect to implications resulting from receiving this scholarship.

  • Full-time students – scholarships are considered to be tax-exempt income for students who are studying full time at university.
  • Part-time students – generally, scholarship funding provided to part-time students, regardless of their employment status, is not considered to be tax-exempt income. However, as long as the scholarship funding is used for non-tax-deductible expenses it may be classified as exempt income.

    • Please seek independent taxation advice regarding your personal circumstance where required or visit Is your scholarship taxable?

    Charles Sturt University will treat any information provided by the applicant within the terms of relevant privacy legislation. See Charles Sturt University’s privacy policy for further information

    Due to privacy laws, any discussion of a scholarship application or recipient will only take place with the scholarship applicant/recipient.

    The information collected will be used by authorised University staff to assess eligibility and administer the scholarship program. The information may also be used for assessment purposes for other scholarships, grants and equity programs across the University. Recipient names and email addresses may be made available to departments within the University for marketing and research purposes. No details will be used externally for any reason without the recipient’s consent. Students should be aware that they provide information of their own free will.

    Personal and health information provided by the applicant will not be made available to any person within the University or external organisation for any other purpose without the applicant’s consent, except where it may be a legal requirement of the University to provide information.


    Frequently Asked Questions
    What supporting documentation do I need to submit with my application?

    Examples of documentation can be but not limited to:

    • Financial need assessment
      • Centrelink Income Statement
      • Health Care Card
      • Medicare Card
      • Financial declaration
      • ATO Notice of Assessment
        • both student and partner (if necessary)
    • Any other relevant documentation that supports your application.

    How long do I have to provide further documents/information if the Scholarship Office contacts me and requests it?

    If your application has been made incomplete and you have been requested to provide additional information or documents you have 48 hours from the date you receive the notification to provide the requested information and resubmit your application.


    What if I have another scholarship/grant?

    If you are receiving any other scholarship or grant you may not be eligible for this grant


    Can I submit a late application?

    Applications received after the closing date will not be considered


    Can I save my application and then finish it at a later date?
  • Yes you can, as long as you log back in and submit your application before the closing date.

    • What if I didn't receive the email receipt?
    • It might take up to 24 hours for your email receipt to come through.
      Have you checked your spam or junk mail folder?
      Did you provide the correct email address?
    • If you still haven't received the receipt after 24 hours, send an email to [email protected] quoting the application number, your name and student ID.

    When will I find out if I was successful?

    An email notification will be sent by the outcome notice date, as advertised on the website.


    If I am successful when and how do I get paid?

    Payments will be made by electronic funds transfer (EFT) to your nominated bank account. Payments will be made in two instalments per year, after the census date of session 1 and 2, subsequent to you maintaining your enrolment in the required course.


    How do I register my bank details with Charles Sturt University?

    Register your bank details with Charles Sturt University via online administration.


    What if my circumstances have changed from what I put on my application form?

    You must notify the Charles Sturt University Scholarship Office immediately by emailing [email protected] . Upon receipt of details regarding a change in circumstances, Charles Sturt University may reassess your eligibility.


    Will I receive a scholarship/grant if I meet all of the eligibility criteria?

    Charles Sturt University receives a high volume of applications for scholarships and grants, meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee applicants a scholarship offer.


    Can I apply for this scholarship when I'm on a Leave of Absence?

    Scholarships cannot be deferred. Scholarship recipients who defer their studies or take a Leave of absence will have their scholarship withdrawn and the scholarship will not be paid. These students are eligible to apply in a future session providing they still meet the eligibility criteria.


    Charles Sturt University will terminate your scholarship offer if:
    • you cease to meet the eligibility criteria;
    • you are guilty of academic misconduct;
    • the scholarship was awarded on the basis of false or misleading information.

    Do I have to tell Centrelink or the Australian Tax Office about my scholarship?

    A scholarship recipient should be aware that payments may be regarded as income by Centrelink or ATO, it is the responsibility of the recipient to seek independent advice with respect to implications resulting from receiving this grant.


    If I do not achieve the eligibility for one session does that automatically terminate my scholarship for future sessions?

    You will need to submit a Special Circumstances Form outline the reason why you have not met the eligibility criteria. This will be reviewed on a case by case basis.


    How to Apply

    Applications for the Charles Sturt Communication Scholarship are submitted directly through Charles Sturt University.


    Forms and Documents

    Download and save any forms you require for your application.


    To apply directly through Charles Sturt University
    Application
  • Complete an online application form .
  • Applications will be assessed in accordance with the eligibility criteria and supporting documentation.
  • Applications with incorrect or no supporting documentation will be deemed ineligible.
  • You may be assessed as eligible but not receive an offer due to quota restrictions.
  • There are no interviews required.

    • Conditional Offer
  • Eligible students will be made a conditional offer which is conditional on meeting the eligibility criteria at census date.
  • Students who have not met the eligibility criteria at census date will have their conditional offer withdrawn.

    • Outcome
  • All applicants will be informed in writing of the outcome of their application.

    • Acceptance
  • Successful applicants are required to accept their scholarship offer.
  • Offers not accepted by the offer expiry date will be withdrawn.

    • Apply online

    Applications are OPEN and will close at 09:00am 20 Jan 2023

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