Who can apply for a Fraser Foundation scholarship?

You can apply if:

• If you are an Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident

• Are at least 17 years old

  • Have enrolled or intend to enrol as a full-time or part time student in an approved Australian course of early childhood education

• Commitment to completing your chosen course/degree

• Can demonstrate a passion for and commitment to education and early childhood

• Qualify based on at least one indicator of financial need or assistance (eg financial hardship, vulnerable, ATSI or rural/remote location.

How much is a scholarship worth?

Scholarships offered are dependent on your proven need. You can apply for course costs and ad e living away from home or resources and equipment.

Can I apply for a scholarship before I am accepted to a course/school?

You can apply for a scholarship before being accepted to a course/school however payment for the scholarship will be delayed until after you have been accepted.

What do scholarships funds typically cover?

Our Fraser Foundation scholarships can help fund a variety of items including course fees, resources and equipment like computers and text books, living away from home expenses such as rent.

How are funds given?

Scholarship funds can be paid directly to the successful applicant or paid directly to the school on their behalf towards tuition.

Can scholarships be deferred?

Yes, our Fraser Foundation scholarships can be deferred for up to 12 months. We will work with the successful applicant regarding their circumstances.

Is my course from a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)?

A Commonwealth supported place (CSP) is a place at a university or higher education provider where the government pays part of your fees. This part is a subsidy, not a loan, and you don't have to pay it back.

This subsidy does not cover the entire cost of your study. The remaining portion is called the 'student contribution amount', the payment of which YOU are liable for.

The Fraser Foundation can help with scholarships towards the ‘student contribution amount’.

You can find out more about CSP here.

What sort of scholarships are available ?

Please visit www.thefraserfoundation.com.au/applications for all of our application information.

Complete the scholarship application form and send to applications@thefraserfoundation.com.au along with supporting evidence and documents. Scholarship applicants who meet eligibility criteria are assessed by a selection panel. If selected, an interview may be required with a representative from the scholarship committee. If successful you will be notified by phone or email.

What are the eligibility requirements of the scholarships?

Successful applicants are required to sign a scholarship agreement with the Fraser Foundation, confirming and committing to the following:

 Confirm:

• You are currently working as an ECT or as an educator within an approved early childhood education and care service. Letter of employment required.

• You are currently enrolled in an approved early childhood education graduate diploma/degree Please provide details including confirmation letters and statements. If you thinking about enrolling and are looking for financial assistance before studying please still reach out to the Fraser Foundation.

• Two references including one from your current centre director or manager. The second can be professional or personal.

Commit to:

• Accept appointment as a permanent full-time early childhood teacher’s position with in a registered and approved early childhood education and care (ECEC) service within six months on completion of course – otherwise scholarship fess are to be refunded.

• Remain in a permanent full-time early childhood teaching position with an approved ECEC service for a minimum of five years.

• Must provide reports from each semester to show progress and confirmation of successful completion of course must be provided  

When do applications open?

The Fraser Foundation will gladly accept applications at any time, but they will only be reviewed by our board during intake periods. This means our board of directors take three weeks, four times per year to review all applications and consider applicants for financial support. Applicants are made aware of the panel’s decision soon after. Our next application review is open from 25 March 2024 and closes 14 April.