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Published: 24 Nov 2023 323 views
The 2024 C.A.S. Hawker Scholarships open on Monday 4th December and close on Friday 5th January 2024.
C.A.S. Hawker Scholarships are one of the most generous privately funded scholarships available to undergraduate students in Australia. Each residential scholarship is valued at up to $60,000 over three years. The scholarships are available to all Australian students. The majority have been awarded to students entering their first year of university studies.
Selection is largely based on personal qualities and demonstrated leadership as well as academic ability. Undergraduate Hawker Scholars are able to attend a range of Australian educational institutions. Four scholarships were awarded this year.
The Charles Hawker Scholarship perpetuates the memory of scholar, soldier and pastoralist Charles Allan Seymour Hawker and commemorates the achievements of one of Australia’s most respected statesmen.
In the past decade, C.A.S. Hawker Scholarships have been presented by Governors-General Ms Quentin Bryce AC and Major General Michael Jeffery AC, former Speaker of the House of Representatives Hon David Hawker AO, Australian of the Year Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, Director of the Australian War Memorial Dr. Brendan Nelson AO, NFF President Ms Fiona Simson and South Australian Governors the Hon Hieu Van Le AC and the Hon Frances Adamson AC.
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| Application Deadline | 05 Jan 2024 |
| Country to study | Australia |
| School to study | Flinders University |
| Type | College School |
| Sponsor | Flinders University |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Successful applicants are required to study at Flinders University and reside at the St Mark’s College SA.
The scholarship normally covers the full cost of residential fees for a period of up to three years. The average figure is $60,000 over three years. The number of scholarships granted each year is determined by the Trustees.
Applicants must be an Australian citizen. Preference will be given to students intending to commence an undergraduate course at one of the nominated universities. Undergraduate students who have commenced their studies may also apply.
Applicants from regional Australia are encouraged to apply. Exceptional postgraduate students are invited to apply for a one-year course of study at Cambridge University UK.
Selection Criteria
The Trustees shortlist applications based on applicants’ ability to demonstrate their potential as a future leader, the contribution made to their school and community and their academic achievements. Written referee reports are also considered as part of the shortlisting stage. The Trustees may contact nominated referees and make appropriate enquiries concerning applicants.
Shortlisted applicants are interviewed by one or more Trustees.
The Trustees must be satisfied that successful applicants are capable of successfully completing their nominated university course.
In selection scholars, the Trustees may give preference to applicants aspiring to a career in public affairs, politics and / or community service.
Students from regional areas are encouraged to apply.
Applications will be submitted via the C.A.S Hawker Scholarship webpage.
For more details, visit Flinders University website.