At a glance
- Financial Hardship
The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage and support female students of Samoan heritage to undertake studies in the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law at The University of Queensland.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship an applicant must:
- be a female student;
- be a domestic student in accordance with The University’s Fee Policy;
- be enrolled full time in an undergraduate degree program administered by Faculty of Business, Economics and Law;
- for commencing students have achieved an entry level OP minimum of 11 or the equivalent if originating from another Australian state or territory or for continuing students have a GPA of at least 4.0;
- be able to demonstrate financial need;
- provide proof of their Samoan heritage;
- provide a statement outlining the impact the Scholarship will make to their life at UQ and their community.
About the award
Selection criteria
(1) For the selection process, the Executive Dean must establish a selection committee, comprising -
(i) the Executive Dean, or nominee, as chair of the committee; and
(ii) a representative from the Executive Dean’s Office; and
(iii) Janelle Donnelly or nominee, with university staff comprising the majority.
(2) The committee may decide to interview short-listed candidates.
(3) In making its recommendation the selection committee will take into account -
(i) academic achievements; and
(ii) demonstrated financial need; and
(iii) personal qualities, including leadership potential; and
(iv) any other factors the committee deems relevant.Terms and conditions
(1) The recipient may hold the scholarship for up to 1 year subject to the recipient:
(a) remaining enrolled as a full-time student in an approved program ; and
(b) maintaining satisfactory academic progress.
(2) If the recipient fails to satisfy rule 6(1) the recipient must show cause to the Executive Dean why the scholarship should not be cancelled.How to apply
Please complete the online application form and submit by the due date.
Applications close:1 March 2019Before you apply:- You are encouraged to read the definitive rules for this scholarship prior to application, in particular any specific eligibility conditions and check the FAQs if you have any questions.
J.M. Donnelly Scholarship Rules.pdfEnquiries about this scholarship
Contact:Angela Craig
