There are two scholarships available, valued at $3000 each per annum for a total of three years (total of $9000 each scholarship).Payments will be made into the recipient’s nominated bank account each semester, providing the recipient meets GPA requirements and submits sporting reports on a bi-annual basis.Griffith is an elite athlete-friendly university and has a strong commitment to sport and the role that it plays in a balanced educational environment.
Fostering elite athletes and helping them to play sport whilst studying is a major part of that commitment.
Griffith has many links with local and international sporting organisations. Griffith University, through the Griffith Sports College, assists elite athletes in sourcing flexible study means to enable them to continue performing at optimum level whilst studying.
Entry requirements
Any Griffith University undergraduate program
Eligibility
Selection will be based on the following criteria:
* high level of sporting achievement (competing at state level; representing school or University)
* low-socio economic status
* ability to succeed at University
* Personal statement outlining why the awarding of the scholarship would be warranted and the potential benefits for the recipient
* Australian citizen or Permanent Resident
* current Griffith University undergraduate student or eligible for admission to any of Griffith University’s undergraduate programs.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 21 January 2011
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