Scholarships and Financial Support at St Hilda's College
Contents
Overview
Needs-Based Access Scholarships
Residential Colleges Narrm Scholars Offer
The Shayne & Robyn Hateley Scholarship
The Fleur Nicholson Scholarship
The Isabel & John Gilbertson Scholarship
The Olive Miller Biomedical Scholarship
The Fellows of St Hilda’s College Scholarship
The Amy R Hughes Scholarship
The Una B Porter Scholarship
The Rural Opportunity Scholarship for Men & Women
The Lady Alice Paton Scholarship
The Nell & Mabel Cooper Scholarship
The Pam Todd Scholarship
The Marjorie Smart Scholarship
The Brian James Scholarship
The Barbara Green Scholarship
The Brenda Holt Scholarship
The Helen & Val Brown Scholarship
The Kempen Family Scholarship
Academic & Leadership Scholarships
The Lorna Lloyd-Green Music & Performing Arts Scholarship
The St Hilda’s College Queer Leaders’ Scholarship
The Florence Clucas Entrance Exhibition Scholarship
Kwong Lee Dow Scholarship
The Communitas Prize
The Miller College Exhibition Scholarships
The Moore Senior Scholarships
The Fellows’ Prize
The Change Champion Award
The Alice Paton Prize
The Anne Wischusen Prize
The John Harper Prize
Industry Cooperative Scholarship Program
The St Hilda’s College & Northrop Women in STEM Industry Scholarship
Additional Support and Access Opportunities
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Overview
We award a number of scholarships every year* ranging from $4000 to the equivalent of half the annual college fee Scholarships are awarded to successful applicants on a range of criteria, especially with financial needs and the likely contributions the student can make to the College.
All of our scholarship offerings are split over the two semesters of the year for equal amounts each semester with the understanding that a recipient stays at college for the full academic year In the event of a student leaving the college mid-year, including for the purpose of an exchange program, St Hilda’s will reserve the right to redirect the remaining scholarship funds to another student.
Once your intercollegiate application form has been received, you will be sent an individualised link that allows you to apply for scholarships. If you have any questions, please email the Admissions Team at St Hilda’s College using the admissions@hildas.unimelb.edu.au email address.
We have a variety of different scholarship categories Our two main types are categorised as Needs-Based Access Scholarships and Academic Excellence & Leadership Scholarships. We also have a small number of Industry Partnerships available as well as links with several established educational foundations.
We would like to acknowledge and thank all those members of our community who help support our scholarship fund. Their generosity ensures that we are able to provide some level of financial assistance each year to at least 40% of our students so that they can take advantage of the transformative experience that comes with living at a residential college
*Information provided in this booklet is correct at the time of publication. St Hilda’s College reserves the right to make amendments to its scholarship offerings at any point throughout the year as the need arises and at the discretion of the College leadership team
Needs-Based Access Scholarships
Our Needs-Based Acccess Scholarships are awarded on a range of criteria to students who could otherwise not afford residence at St Hilda’s College
Applicants for these scholarships must complete the scholarship application form as well as the Financial Assistance Form to demonstrate their level of financial need. These forms are strictly confidential.
We have a range of needs-based access scholarships at St Hilda's which cater for both incoming (new) students and current (returning) students
Many of our scholarships support students across the duration of their time at St Hilda's. Therefore, some scholarships may not be open in every calendar year.
Unless otherwise noted, written applications are required for these scholarships with any specific criteria provided during the application process.
If you require financial assistance to come to college but do not qualify for one of the scholarships listed below, you may be eligible for a bursary.
We know the application process for university and college can feel overwhelming at times.
Nobody expects you to be an expert in this process. So, if you have any questions about any of the application process, please get in touch with our Admissions Team. They are here to help you along the way.
Residential Colleges Narrm Scholars Offer
The Residential Colleges, in collaboration with the University of Melbourne, are excited to offer a new accommodation package which will support regional and remote Narrm Scholars to attend a Residential College from 2025.
Narrm Scholars include those from low socio-economic areas, those receiving Commonwealth income support, Indigenous students, those with a disability, medical condition, or experiencing difficult personal circumstances Narrm Scholars also receive a generous range of financial support and other benefits from the University of Melbourne.
From 2025, the Narrm Scholarship will include an accommodation allowance for students from regional and remote areas in Australian who are living at a Residential Colleges.
The co-funded accommodation package represents a total value of $20,000 per year. Narrm Scholars will also receive $6,500 per year for living expenses and in the first year of their Melbourne degree a one-off relocation allowance to assist with moving costs. Narrm Scholars will receive this package for the duration of their Residential College stay while undertaking their Melbourne undergraduate course.
St Hilda’s College is committed to awarding at least five (5) of these top up bursaries each year.
$26,500 per year during the course of the recipients’ studies whilst residing at St Hilda’s College!
WhatisaNarrmScholar?
The University of Melbourne Narrm Scholarship Program provides financial, academic and wellbeing support benefits to eligible domestic undergraduate students who are admitted to the University through Access Melbourne, the University’s Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) in VTAC.
Whoisthispackagefor?
The Residential Colleges Narrm Scholars Offer is for regional and remote Narrm Scholars It is in addition to the Narrm Scholarship package offered by the University of Melbourne and is specifically for domestic undergraduate students looking to stay at a Residential Colleges while studying at Melbourne. To be eligible, students must be:
A domestic undergraduate student 1.
Awarded a Narrm Scholarship from the University of Melbourne 2.
From a regional or remote part of Australia 3
And you either
Come from a low socioeconomic background or your parents/guardians receive a means tested Commonwealth income support payment or Are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent or Have experienced difficult circumstances or disability/medical conditions
ShouldIapply?
Make sure you investigate whether you are eligible for Access Melbourne via VTAC’s Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS)
Yes! If you live in a regional or remote part of Australia and identify under any of the categories listed above we strongly recommend and encourage you to apply for Access Melbourne in VTAC Special Entry Access Scheme and the Residential Colleges. Importantly, these are separate processes and you have to apply to both.
The Shayne & Robyn Hateley Scholarships
Launching for the first time in 2024, the Shayne & Robyn Hateley Scholarships are made available to four (4) commencing students at the start of each academic year.
These scholarships will provide half-fee remission* for residential fees over each successful recipient's full three-year journey at St Hilda's College
Each year, two of the four scholarships will be reserved for students who have been accepted to study Science or Biomedicine at The University of Melbourne, with a view towards health or psychology
The two remaining scholarships each year may be awarded to students from across the various faculties at The University of Melbourne.
This scholarship has been made available by two of our very generous alumni, Shayne and Robyn Hateley, siblings from regional Victoria
In recognition of Shayne and Robyn's own journey to university and St Hilda's, eligible recipients must be from a rural, regional or remote area of Australia with preference given to students who have completed their secondary schooling at their local state high school.
Four half-fee scholarships per year for all three years of the recipients' residency at St Hilda's College
TheFleurNicholsonScholarship
Half college fee* for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s.
This scholarship is open to female regional or rural students of the University of Melbourne who could not otherwise afford residence at St Hilda's College.
TheIsabel&JohnGilbertsonScholarship
Half college fee* for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s
This scholarship is open to regional or rural students of the University of Melbourne who could not otherwise afford residence at St Hilda's College.
TheFellowsofStHilda‘sCollegeScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $15,000 per year for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s.
This scholarship is open to regional or rural students of the University of Melbourne who could not otherwise afford residence at St Hilda's College
TheAmyRHughesScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s.
This scholarship is open to regional or rural students of the University of Melbourne who could not otherwise afford residence at St Hilda's College.
TheUnaBPorterScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s
This scholarship is open to female students from rural Victoria ho could not
TheRuralOpportunityScholarshipforMenandWomen
25% of the fee* for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda's
This scholarship is open to rural students of the University of Melbourne, with a preference for students studying science, who could not otherwise afford residence at St Hilda's College.
TheLadyAlicePatonScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s
This scholarship is open to regional or rural students of the University of Melbourne who could otherwise not afford residence at St Hilda's College.
*Excluding additional fees
ThePamToddScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s.
This scholarship is open to regional or rural students of the University of Melbourne who could otherwise not afford residence at St Hilda's College
TheMarjorieSmartScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s.
This scholarship is open to regional or rural students who could otherwise not afford residence at St Hilda's College.
TheBrianJamesScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for the duration of the
TheBarbaraGreenScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s.
This scholarship is open to students from rural Victoria who could otherwise not afford residence at St Hilda's College.
TheBrendaHoltScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for the duration of the recipient‘s undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda‘s.
This is scholarship is open to rural and regional students who could otherwise not afford residence at St Hilda‘s College
TheHelen&ValBrownScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for the duration of the recipient‘s undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda‘s.
This is scholarship is open to rural and regional students who could otherwise not afford residence at St Hilda‘s College
TheKempenFamilyScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for the duration of the recipient’s undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s.
This scholarship is open to University of Melbourne students who plan to study a Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design or Bachelor of Science and who could otherwise not afford residence at St Hilda’s College.
At St Hilda's we realise that financial assistance is not just relevant in your first year of college.
Each year, over $80,000 worth in bursaries are awarded to returning students to assist them in being able to return to College for a second or third year.
Academic & Leadership Scholarships
Academic Excellence and Leadership Scholarships are awarded to students following a panel-based decision-making process that considers academic results and other attributes that reflect the values of St Hilda’s College
While academic merit and results are a core part of our decision-making, this holistic process ensures that we can celebrate amazing academic results while also remaining committed to our founding principle of providing an educational experience for a diverse community of students, regardless of where you come to us from
Once your intercollegiate application form has been received, you will be sent an individualised link to allow you to apply for scholarships.
Many of our scholarships support students across the duration of their time at St Hilda's Therefore, some scholarships may not be open in every calendar year.
We have a range of academic and leadership scholarships and prizes at St Hilda's which cater for both incoming (new) students and current (returning) students.
Unless otherwise noted, written applications are required for these scholarships and prizes.
Remember, nobody expects you to be an expert in this process. So, if you have any questions about any of the application process, please get in touch with our Admissions Team. They are here to help you along the way.
Up to half college fee* for the duration of the recipient's undergraduate course while residing at St Hilda’s College.
This scholarship is open to students commencing their studies in courses in the Faculty of the Victorian College of the Arts (VCA) and Music.
TheStHilda‘sCollegeQueerLeaders‘Scholarship
This scholarship is valued at $5,000 for one year.
This scholarship is open to students who identify as a member of the LGBTIQ
KwongLeeDowScholarship
This scholarship is valued at $4,000 for one year.
Kwong Lee Dow Scholars, in receipt of the $2,500 accommodation allowance from the University of Melbourne are eligible.
Up to 2 scholarships will be available annually and selection will be determined by the panel on the basis of ATAR score and other attributes that best reflect the values of St Hilda's.
TheCommunitasPrize
This prize is valued at $5,000
The prize is awarded by the Principal in Semester 2 to the student who has done the most to support and advance the ideals of service, leadership and teamwork in the College and wider community while also achieving academic success
TheMooreSeniorScholarships
This scholarship is valued at $5,000
All St Hilda's College third-year students who have achieved an average GPA equal to or greater than 80* for the year are eligible.
*A maximum cap applies each year and will be communicated to students before the end of each year
TheFellows‘Prize
This prize is valued at $1,000
The prize is awarded to best performing student from the previous year.
TheChangeChampionPrize
This prize is valued at $3,000
TheAlicePatonPrize
This prize is valued at $1,000
This prize is awarded to a returning student who must demonstrate the spirit of Communitas and leadership qualities without necessarily holding an official leadership position.
TheAnneWischusenPrize
This prize is valued at $1,000
The prize is awarded to the returning female student with the best results from the previous year.
TheJohnHarperPrize
This prize is valued at $1,000
The prize is awarded to the returning Commerce* student with the best results from the pre ious ear
IndustryCooperativeScholarshipPrograms
St Hilda’s College is committed to providing a transformational educational experience for our students. With many of our students coming from outside of Melbourne, we know that establishing industry connections during your studies can be a daunting proposition
Our Industry Cooperative Scholarship Program aims to not only provide you with much-needed financial support, but to give you a head start in your professional life by connecting you with top industry mentors, internships and development experiences.
Launching for the first time in 2024, the St Hilda’s College Industry Cooperative Scholarship Program is part of our wider commitment to diversity in leadership and access to education.
Industry partners* in this program are carefully chosen to ensure that they align with our values and with the career aspirations of our student cohort
*Industry partnerships may not be available every year Where they are available, information will be advertised in the year prior to allow prospective students time to submit their application ahead of the selection process.
Value
The Industry Scholarship Program will see you receive $20k of financial support across each of the three years you are at St Hilda’s College.
This $20k each year consists of:
$10k tax-free residential scholarship
$10k paid internship
$20k per year
Plus, for no extra cost, you will be able to stay at College over the Summer break each year while you are completing your intership.
Are you the one we are looking for?
Shortlisting for our Industry Cooperative Scholarships Programs will happen using the same process that we use for awarding our Academic Excellence and Leadership Scholarships. Once you apply for St Hilda’s, you will have the option to select this scholarship program and we will then send you further information.
Scholarships at St Hilda’s are awarded following panel-based decision-making process that considers academic results and other attributes that reflect the values of our College.
This holistic process ensures that we can celebrate amazing academic results while also remaining committed to our founding principle of providing an educational experience for a diverse community of students, regardless of where you come to us from.
About you
You make a significant contribution to your school or community
You show initiative and leadership
You’re a great communicator
You’re a team player
You’re not afraid to make mistakes
You’re ambitious and ready to take on new challenges
You want to make a difference in the world
You know you still have a lot to learn and you are excited to start the next part of your learning journey
Sound like you? Maybe our Industry Cooperative Scholarship Program is for you!
Applications close ATAR release date Submit your ATAR to St Hilda's St Hilda's completes shortlisting
Program Timeline
Year 1 - 2024
Industry partners start interviews
Professional & Personal Development
To ensure that you have the best opportunity to succeed in your internship, this program includes ongoing personal and professional development.
While residing at St Hilda’s College, you will participate in our full leadership and development program to ensure that you go into each of your Summer internships feeling confident and ready to play an active part in a professional setting
Your leadership and development program will include:
Individualised coaching under the Clifton Strengths Framework (or similar) A dedicated academic/industry mentor to support you in your development Training and workshops in
Time/energy management
Design thinking
Goal setting
Ethical decision making
Communication and public speaking
Adaptive leadership
You will participate in this program in Semester 1 and Semester 2 of each year under the guidance of St Hilda’s College staff, academic fellows and various alumni
The St Hilda’s College & Northrop Women in STEM Industry Scholarship
Northrop Consulting Engineers is a leading Australian consulting engineering firm. As the flagship partnership in our Industry Cooperative Scholarship Program, St Hilda’s College and Northrop have established a collaborative internship and scholarship progranm that will focus on women in STEM
Worth $60k across the three years of your time here at St Hilda’s, this offering will see you receive financial assistance for your residential fees and three paid summer internships with Northrop to complement your undergraduate studies
This is an incredible opportunity if you are planning a career in Engineering (Civil/Construction) or Architecture.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this program, you will be:
A female-identifying student
An incoming undergraduate student in Science or Design at the University of Melbourne with a planned major in engineering (civil/construction) or architecture OR an incoming undergraduate student in Engineering at RMIT (civil/construction focus)
Commiting to three (3) years of residency at St Hilda’s College
Eligible students who are interested in this program will be required to submit an application Applicants will be evaluated for shortlisting by St Hilda’s College.
Shortlisted applicants will then be interviewed by Northrop. Northrop will determine who the successful candidate for the program is once they have completed their interview process
Additional Support and Access Opportunities
As part of our commitment to provide a transformational educational experience for students no matter who they are and where they are coming from, we aim to partner each year with a variety of external education and community foundations whose values align with our own
With previous partnerships allowing for financial support of our students through such group as the William Angliss Charitable Fund, the Collier Foundation and the Myer Foundation, we are always looking for new opportunities to support our students while also linking in with established organisations and networks
These partnerships, along with our bursary funds mean that even if you are not eligible for one of the existing St Hilda’s College scholarships, we may be able to provide you with financial assistance through one of these additional funds.
We also encourage all students to visit The University of Melbourne’s Access Melbourne website to see whether you are eligible for any assistance in relation to both financial aid and/or course admission. You can use the QR code below to visit Access Melbourne.
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Like what you see and know Hilda's is the place for you?
Applications for the Colleges at the University of Melbourne is a streamlined process. Just follow the steps below: Step 1
Complete the University of Melbourne College and Halls of Residence Application. Once you have submitted your application, listing us as your first preference, the intercollegiate office will notify us.
Step 1
Complete the University of Melbourne College and Halls of Residence Application. Once you have submitted your application, listing us as your first preference, the intercollegiate office will notify us
Intercollegiate protocol requires applicants apply through the central application portal
Step 2
Send your supporting documents through the to Admissions team. Once you've submitted your application, you will be asked to send the following documentation to us via our Admissions Portal: Most recent school report Application fee of $75.00AUD
A personal and academic reference will also be required (a link will be forwarded to your nominated referees for them to complete)
ATAR or final school year results and University letter of offer (once available)
Step 3
We will contact you with further instructions once we receive your application and documents Applicants will be sent a Prospective Student Questionnaire, requesting information about your course and career aspirations, academic interests, extracurricular activities, employment and work experience, participation in student exchange programs, leadership experiences and non-academic achievements (we don't expect you to have done all of these things!)
