Applying for equity schemes (SEAS) & scholarships
When to apply
Equity schemes (SEAS) applications are now open for the mid-year intake. Scholarship applications for mid-year are not available through VTAC.
| Equity schemes (SEAS) applications | Open | Close |
|---|---|---|
| Equity schemes (SEAS) applications and supporting documentation deadline for the mid-year intake | 8 April (12 noon) | 5 June (5pm) |
| Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships applications and supporting documentation deadline for the 2027 intake | 3 August | 9 October |
One application, two outcomes
The process of applying for equity schemes & scholarships is simple. Submit one single application to be considered for special consideration and scholarships.
Plan your time
Depending on which grounds you are applying under, an equity schemes & scholarships application can take several weeks to complete. This is because some areas require supporting evidence, such as financial evidence or a statement of support from someone who can verify your circumstances. You may be required to get evidence from a health practitioner or other professional. This evidence can take a while to collect.
The application may also require you to provide your own description of circumstances and impact statement, which we recommend you make time to draft before submitting.
We're here to help! If you need any support with your application, please contact us for advice.
Automatic consideration
Once you complete your profile, you will automatically be considered for the personal information & location equity scheme. You can choose to not be considered for this category, by opting-out on the Manage Permissions page.
Steps for applying
The equity schemes and scholarships application will become available in your account after you have submitted your course application. Note: you can continue to make changes to your course preferences even after you submit your application.
To complete your equity schemes and scholarships application, answer the prompted questions to help institutions better understand the circumstances that have impacted your studies. You will then need to provide the evidence required to support your application.
Visit our step-by-step video walkthrough guide for more information on the application process.
Research the requirements
Research the equity schemes & scholarships application requirements as soon as possible. You can find them on the following pages:
- Financial hardship
- Living with a disability or medical condition
- Difficult family and life circumstances
Scholarship benefit statement
Under the scholarship benefit statement, you can explain how a scholarship will benefit your studies. There is no need to repeat any financial hardship details if you have applied for this special consideration and instead focus on the benefits of receiving a scholarship.
Statement on community service and leadership
If you have performed any benefits towards your local community, have leadership skills or experience that contributed towards effective leading and/or management of people, you can include an additional statement that will be considered towards your scholarship application.