Guidelines
The scholarship will be paid by EFT to the personal bank account registered with Charles Sturt University, within 14 days after the successful notification of your application.
Terms and Conditions
By accepting the scholarship offer you agree to:
The University reserves the right to undertake audits of individual student’s records to ensure adherence to these guidelines.
Policy
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.
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
How long do I have to provide further documents/information if the Scholarship Office contact me and request 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.
What if I have another scholarship/grant?
If you are receiving any other scholarship or grant for the same purpose of relocating or accommodation you may not be eligible for this scholarship.
Can I submit a late application?
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered
How do I know if I'm in financial need?
A person is considered to be in financial need if they are in receipt of an eligible means-tested Centrelink benefit (directions to obtain Centrelink Income Statement can be found here .) or are in financial hardship. Supporting documentation will be required to demonstrate financial need.
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.
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 EFT to your nominated bank account within 14 days after census date to successful recipients meeting the eligibility criteria.
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 scholarship.
What happens to my scholarship if I take a Leave of Absence?
- You are entitled to take a maximum of two sessions of Approval Leave of Absence over the duration of the scholarship.
- If you do take an Approval Leave of Absence you will need to accept your ongoing scholarship offer. Payment will not be made whilst on Leave of Absence.
If I do not achieve the eligibility for one session does that automatically terminate by 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.