Scholarships
La Trobe scholarships
You may apply for the Dean's scholarship, ofered by the Faculty, and may also be eligible to apply for other scholarships offered by La Trobe University. Please visit university scholarships for further information.
Externally funded scholarships
Scholarships specific to Agricultural Sciences students are also offered by two external organisations:
Rural Finance Corporation scholarships
What this scholarship offers:
- Annual payment of $6000
This scholarship was introduced in 1992, and has helped a great number of students through their studies. The scholarships are open to students who are in the first or second year of their undergraduate degree, and have demonstrated a career commitment to agriculture.
Applications close 31 May each year. For more information see the Rural Finance website.
Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) cadetship program
What this scholarship offers:
- Annual allowance of $9,000
- Book allowance up to $500 per year
- Practical work placements for 6 - 8 weeks of the university holidays
- A job (4 year contract) when you finish university
Agricultural Science and Agricultural Science/Business students are eligible to apply for these cadetships. One of the reasons for these generous scholarships is because of the need for many skilled graduates within Victorian agricultural industries.
Applications close 1st October each year. For more information contact +61 (0)3 9637 8216 or see the Department of Sustainability and Environment website.