Scholarships
Are you looking ahead to tertiary study? Do you want to grow both personally and professionally? Our scholarships support motivated learners who have faced personal disadvantage and/or who actively contribute to their community.
Whether you’re completing secondary school or have taken time away from study to work or care for others, if you’re passionate about your future and keen to make a contribution, we encourage you to apply.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for a scholarship, you must reside in postcode 3437, 3431, 3438, 3440, 3441 or 3442 and hold an account with Community Bank Gisborne & District.
In addition, Magic Moments applicants must be aged between 14 and 17 years.
There is no age restriction on Tertiary Scholarships – both school leavers and mature-aged students can apply.
Scholarship funding round schedule
Scholarship funds will be available after a formal announcement has been made.
| Scholarship program | Applications accepted | Results announced | Funds available |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tertiary (university or TAFE) and Maurice Bourke Scholarships | 1 Dec–31 Jan | Late Feb | Early Mar |
| Magic Moments Scholarships | Mar–Apr | Late Apr | Tickets & flights purchased in May |
Scholarship application process
Tertiary Scholarship - from $2,000
To apply for a tertiary (university or TAFE) scholarship, complete our online application form, which goes live on 1 December each year and closes in late January. Applications are assessed on the following criteria:
Disadvantage – any financial or personal challenges that could hinder success at tertiary study.
Commitment and motivation – demonstrated commitment to success in your chosen course.
Community contribution – demonstrated active involvement in the community and a commitment to doing so in the future.
Maurice Bourke Tertiary Scholarship - $2,500 per year
Applications for this three-year scholarship are encouraged from students who demonstrate a passion for community involvement and/or social impact.
Applicants use the same application form as the one-year Tertiary Scholarship above. The successful recipient will commit to attending a minimum of three MRCE events and take part in two profile stories for our website and social media.
Magic Moments
The next Magic Moments Youth Leadership and Business Summit will take place at Phillip Island from Monday 5 July to Friday 9 July 2027. Applications will open in February 2027.
Scholarship acquittals
Tertiary Scholarships
At the end of their first year of study, tertiary scholarship recipients are required to submit an acquittal form with receipts showing how their scholarship funds were used.
Magic Moments
Magic Moments participants are not required to formally acquit their scholarship, however are encouraged to share their learnings and insights from the summit with us and the broader community.
Questions
We understand that applying for a scholarship can be challenging. Please contact Katrina Buttigieg on mrce@community.com.au with any questions and she’ll be in touch to help you.
