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Jeffery Family Scholarship in Commerce

Enrolment status
Current UQ student
Student type
Domestic
Study level
Undergraduate
Study area
Business and economics
Scholarship focus
Financial hardship
Scholarship value
$1,250
Scholarship duration
1 year
Number awarded
4
Applications open
November 2025
Applications close
February 2026

Eligibility

  • are a domestic student
  • are enrolled full-time in one the following programs:
    • Bachelor of Commerce (or a dual program that includes a Bachelor of Commerce)
  • don't hold another scholarship that the Dean considers to be similar.

How to apply

Apply using the online application portal you will be asked the following questions:

  • Why did you decide to study the Bachelor of Commerce program?
  • What is your favourite course on the Bachelor of Commerce program and why?
  • What are your future career aspirations and where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • What financial needs are you experiencing?
  • Are you in paid employment, if yes what is your average weekly salary?

And provide : proof of financial needs e.g. Centrelink statements, ATO statements, payslips, family income etc.

  • a copy of your studies report if applicable
  • any other documents relevant to your application such as certificates or references etc.

You can only upload one file per field. If you have multiple files, combine them in a single file.

Save your file using the naming format: Lastname-Firstname-Document type (e.g. SmithSam-supporting-evidence.zip).

Use our tips for putting together a great application to help you through this process.

Selection criteria

We'll consider:

  • Proof of financial needs
  • the strength of your information provided
  • any other matter that the selection committee considers relevant to your future success.

What happens next

If you're shortlisted, we may contact you to arrange an interview.

About this scholarship

Established in 2022 by the Jeffery Family and supported by annual donation.

Rules

Contact

Angela Craig

Advancement Manager, BEL Faculty