Joan McPherson Welcome Scholarship at Swinburne University of Technology 2025

Joan McPherson Welcome Scholarship 2025

• The Joan McPherson Welcome Scholarship was established by Swinburne University to support asylum seekers in their pursuit of higher education and to assist in their new life in Australia.
• The scholarship, valued at $7,000 for one year, is designed to help students who are facing financial hardship and who currently hold certain visas.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Joan McPherson Welcome Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Nationality: The scholarship is specifically for students who are asylum seekers. You must currently hold one of the following visas:
  • Bridging Visa 'E' (V050)
  • Temporary Protection Visa (V785)
  • Temporary Humanitarian Concern Visa (V786)
  • Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (V790)
• Enrolment: You must be a commencing full-time student at Swinburne University in Semester 1, 2025.
• Course: The scholarship is open to students enrolled in any course offered by Swinburne University of Technology.
• Financial Hardship: You must provide evidence of financial hardship, which can include documents such as salary slips or a Centrelink statement.
• Personal Statement: You must submit a personal statement (up to 500 words) explaining your passion for your chosen course, your career ambitions, and how the scholarship will help you achieve your goals.
• Additionally, the statement should reflect your resilience, determination, and commitment to service, highlighting how you plan to contribute to society in the future.

Application Process

To apply for the Joan McPherson Welcome Scholarship, follow these steps:

• Complete the Online Application: You must fill out the application form and submit it by 31 March 2025.

Submit Supporting Documents: Along with your application form, you must provide all the required documentation, including:

• Evidence of your visa status (Bridging Visa 'E', Temporary Protection Visa, etc.)
• Proof of financial hardship (e.g., salary slips, Centrelink statement)
  Your personal statement.

Benefits or Value

The Joan McPherson Welcome Scholarship provides:

• Value: A one-time scholarship valued at $7,000, which will be awarded for the duration of one year only.
• Purpose: The scholarship aims to alleviate financial burdens and assist asylum seekers in completing their studies, enabling them to build a new life and career in Australia.