Scholarship and Bursary applications open 26 August 2025 through VTAC
At La Trobe, our Access Scholarships and Bursaries support coursework students from all walks of life to thrive at university. And they can support students who may have:
- Faced financial pressures
- Experienced personal hardship
- Come from a disadvantaged or underrepresented background
How much are they worth?
Access scholarships start at $5000 per year for your course duration. Bursaries are a minimum $1000 one-off payment
We also offer merit-based scholarships to recognise academic achievement. These are automatically assessed based on your results and don’t require an application.
Easy application process
Applying is simple. You only need to complete one application – we’ll take it from there. If your application is successful, we’ll match you with the scholarship or bursary that best suits your circumstances and eligibility.
Information about VTAC
All prospective and current La Trobe students can apply for access scholarships through VTAC.
And remember: You don’t have to apply for a course to submit a scholarship application.
What you will need to do is create a new VTAC account (this account can be used in future years from this year). For help, check out the VTAC guide on how to create a profile. There is no charge to create a VTAC account to apply for scholarships.
Tips for applying
Want to ensure your application has the best chance of success? Upload all relevant supporting documents and evidence in the sections where they’re requested.
Refer to the guide on supporting documentation for more information.
Take the next step
Submit your application for a La Trobe access scholarship and let us support you to help achieve your goals.