Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Answers to some FAQs to assist you in your search for a suitable scholarships.
- Are scholarships only for high achieving students?
- When do scholarships open for application?
- What scholarships am I eligible to apply for?
- How do I apply?
- When do I apply?
- Who can I contact in relation to scholarships?
- How do I find out which Division my program of study relates to?
- How do I find out if I am enrolled into an undergraduate or postgraduate program of study?
- Will I have to pay tax on my scholarship?
- Will my scholarship affect payment of my benefits (eg Centrelink payments or concession cards)?
- If I go on leave what will happen to my scholarship?
- Can I defer my scholarship?
Scholarships Management System (SCMS)
- How do I apply for scholarships?
- What is on the My Scholarships homepage?
- What other information is contained under “my Details”?
- How do I view, what Scholarships I have applied for?
- How do I view what Scholarships I have been awarded?
- How can I find out if a Scholarship is opening soon?
- How do I check to see if my banking details are correct?
- What other information is contained under 'my Details'?
Commonwealth Scholarship (CS)
- I have completed my Associate degree and was in receipt of CECS or CAS-Associate degree scholarship. Will I be eligible for four years of CECS or CAS scholarship for my undergraduate degree?
- I have completed my enabling course (one year) and was in receipt of CECS-Indigenous Enabling or CAS-Indigenous Enabling. Will I be eligible for four years of CECS or CAS scholarship for my undergraduate degree?
- I will be undertaking one of my courses overseas; will I still be eligible for the Commonwealth Scholarships?
Are scholarships only for high achieving students?
Don't make the mistake of believing that all scholarships are for the highest achieving students. Some scholarships are awarded on academic merit, however there are literally hundreds of scholarships available to UniSA students that are awarded on a needs basis.
This means that circumstances such as socio-economic disadvantage, a disability, moving from or residing in a rural area, or meeting one of the other equity criteria set by UniSA could mean that you are eligible for a scholarship.
It is important to read and understand each scholarship criteria and there is a legend of icons to help you identify possible scholarships that you may be eligible to apply for.
When do scholarships open for application?
There are hundreds of different scholarships and they have different opening and closing dates. You will need to review the information listed for each scholarship as the dates vary between each scholarship. All scholarships listed on the UniSA Scholarships website have the opening and closing dates included. In the event there is no date available, a contact will be listed so that you can obtain more information.
What scholarships am I eligible to apply for?
As each scholarship has differing eligibility criteria and every student’s situation is unique, it is necessary to review the scholarship criteria in relation your own circumstances.
How do I apply?
For UniSA scholarships and Commonwealth Scholarships please visit the following link: how to apply.
Please review the specific details of each scholarship in order to determine the application process and how to apply, or who to contact to find out more information for external scholarships (Postgraduate or Undergraduate).
When do I apply?
As all scholarships have their own opening and closing dates, it is necessary to review the details of the scholarship you are interested in. The application opening dates are listed for most scholarships on the UniSA website, or there will be a contact listed with whom you can discuss the application dates.
Who can I contact in relation to scholarships?
There is a name or link listed under each scholarship description on the UniSA website, please contact the person listed as a first point-of-call.
If
your query is more general, please contact:
Future Student Enquiries
Tel: (08) 8302 2376
Email:
admissions@unisa.edu.au
How do I find out which Division my program of study relates to?
If you want to look at scholarships by Division, but you are not sure which Division your program of study relates to, you can visit the program search page (opens in new window) and the program page will list the Division.
How do I find out if I am enrolled into an undergraduate or postgraduate program of study?
If you are not sure if your program of study is undergraduate or postgraduate you can visit the program search page (opens in new window) and the program page will list the program level.
Will I have to pay tax on my scholarship?
Some scholarships are tax exempt whilst you may have to pay tax on some scholarships.
It is recommended that you click on the
following link, read the information on the ATO (Australian Tax Office)
website, and complete the questionnaire 'Is your scholarship taxable?'
ATO
Tax and Scholarships form
Will my scholarship affect payment of my benefits (eg Centrelink payments or concession cards)?
Some scholarships are not considered income for Social Security purposes.
The Commonwealth Scholarships (CS), including Commonwealth Education Costs Scholarships (CECS) and Commonwealth Accommodation Scholarships (CAS), are NOT considered income for social security purposes. This means that current benefits such as payments made to you by Centrelink or concession cards should NOT be affected by payments of either of the Commonwealth scholarships.
If you are in receipt of any other form of scholarship, we recommend you
read the information on the following web page in order to determine if the
scholarship will affect your current benefits:
FAQS
Income from Scholarships
If I go on leave what will happen to my scholarship?
Some scholarships allow the recipient to take periods of leave and then continue the scholarship when study is recommenced. Not all scholarships allow periods of leave, so it is necessary to read and understand the scholarship criteria, or seek advice from the scholarship administrator before making any decision on your situation.
Can I defer my scholarship?
In most cases it is not possible to defer a scholarship, however there are some exceptions, so it is important that you read and understand the eligibility criteria for the relevant scholarship. If you are not sure after reading the description or criteria, contact the person listed under that scholarship for more information.
Scholarships Management System (SCMS)
How do I apply for scholarships?
UniSA has a new Scholarships Management System which students can access by logging into the myUniSA Student Portal and clicking on my Studies. This will display a 'my Scholarships' link (on the right hand side of the page) which will take you to the my Scholarships homepage.
The Scholarships Management System contains information for students
pertaining to scholarships offered by UniSA, with the exception of research
degree scholarships, international study tours, AusAID and IDP scholarships
and some scholarships offered by external organisations.
You can apply for scholarships listed on the homepage under ‘Scholarship
groups I may apply for’ or ‘Individual scholarships I may apply for'.
What is on the My Scholarships homepage?
This is the first page displayed when you access My Scholarships.
It is divided into five sections:
my Offered scholarships
Displays scholarships that you applied for and have been offered. This is where you can either accept or decline the offer.
my Documentation required
Displays scholarships that you have applied for, that require you to submit supporting documentation. The list will show the name of the scholarship, type, the document required, any contact address and the due date for the documentation.
my Scholarships for Review
Displays the scholarships that you are in receipt of and are currently under review. You may complete your Scholarship Eligibility Review in this section.
Scholarship groups I may apply for
Certain scholarships are “grouped”. In this section you may submit one application that will cover a number of scholarships that are listed in that group. Clicking on the Scholarship name will give you a brief description of the scholarship. Full details of scholarship criteria will be available from the scholarships website.
Individual scholarships I may apply for
Displays individual scholarships that are open for application. You can apply for these by clicking on the apply button. If you are unable to complete the application immediately, you can save it and go back to it later. The status for this will then change from ‘apply’ to ‘continue’. Please ensure you complete and submit your application before the application closing date indicated for that scholarship. . Clicking on the Scholarship name will give you a brief description of the scholarship. Full details of scholarship criteria will be available from the scholarships website.
Where can I view the details about a
Scholarship before I apply for a scholarship?
For a brief description of the scholarship, click on the scholarship name listed under ‘Scholarship groups I may apply for’ or ‘Individual scholarships I may apply for’. Full details of scholarship criteria will be available from the scholarships website.
How do I view what Scholarships I have applied for?
Selecting the 'my Applications' tab at the top will display a list of all the scholarships that you have applied for and whether your application(s) were successful or not. Clicking on the scholarship name will bring up a list of your responses to the application This section also includes a list of all the reviews that you have completed.
How do I view what Scholarships I have been awarded?
Selecting the 'my Scholarships' tab at the top will display a list of all the scholarships that you were awarded and have accepted. Scholarships that have been awarded but you have not yet accepted will appear on the homepage under ‘My Offered Scholarships’.
How can I find out if a Scholarship is opening soon?
From the 'my Scholarships' tab, any scholarship(s) that is opening in the near future will be displayed at the bottom.
How do I check to see if my banking
details are correct?
By selecting the 'my Details' tab, you can view your banking details. You can complete your banking details here or update new banking details. When accepting an offered scholarship, you may be requested to complete you banking details.
What other information is contained under 'my Details'?
The 'my Details' tab has a field where you can indicate your
Rural/Regional Postcode and USANET school details (if applicable). To make
any changes, click the edit button.
IMPORTANT: You must complete the Rural/Regional Postcode and USANET school
information if this applies to you, before applying for certain scholarships
such as the
Commonwealth Scholarships.
Commonwealth Scholarship (CS)
I have completed my Associate degree and was in receipt of CECS-Associate or CAS-Associate degree scholarship. Will I be eligible for four years of CECS or CAS scholarship for my undergraduate degree?
Students who receive a CECS-Associate Degree or CAS-Associate Associate Degree who go on to study an undergraduate degree upon completion of their associate degree course will only be eligible for up to two years access to CECS or CAS, provided they meet the eligibility criteria for these scholarships.
I have completed my enabling course (one year) and was in receipt of CECS-Indigenous Enabling/CAS-Indigenous Enabling. Will I be eligible for four years of CECS or CAS scholarship for my undergraduate degree?
Students who receive the CECS-Indigenous Enabling or CAS-Indigenous Enabling and progress to an undergraduate degree will have up to four years of access to CECS or CAS if eligible.
I will be undertaking one of my courses overseas; will I still be eligible for the Commonwealth Scholarships?
Provided that you meet the specific eligibility requirements, basic eligibility, and ongoing eligibility requirements. Students who undertake a component of overseas study will not be precluded from accessing the scholarship, even whilst undertaking study overseas and as long as it will count towards the program requirements in which the student is enrolled.