Educational Scholarship Opportunities for youth

Welcome to YAL Connect

A bespoke scholarship program, that allows young Australians to stay on their journey through education with diverse support in the form of financial assistance (aid) and advocacy. 

Education to YAL isn’t defined by academics but the experiences that life shapes for you, as such our program promotes opportunities in education from passions to traditional schooling to apprenticeships and hands on learning. As such there are no bounds to how our scholarship can encourage and advocate for young people in whatever their potential means to them. 

YAL Connect offers scholarships to students aged 14-25, covering up to two years

YAL will be offering the following scholarships for the 2023 academic year.

National

YALUpper Secondary Scholarship (years 10 – 12)

YAL is able to offer an Upper Secondary Scholarship that will be effective in aiding the education of a secondary school student. The recipient will receive a scholarship worth a total of $6,000 over 2 years ($3,000 p/a). To be eligible for this scholarship you must be an Australian Resident and attending secondary school.  

YAL Post Secondary Scholarship

YAL is able to offer a Post-Secondary Scholarship that will be effective in aiding the education of a post-secondary school student. The recipient will receive a scholarship worth a total of $16,000 over 2 years ($8,000 p/a). To be eligible for this scholarship you must be an Australian Resident and attending post-secondary education.  

YAL MembersRural or Remote Upper Secondary Scholarship (years 10 – 12)

YAL is able to offer an Upper Secondary Scholarship that will be effective in aiding the education of a secondary school student living in a rural or remote area. The recipient will receive a scholarship worth a total of $6,000 over 2 years ($3,000 p/a). To be eligible for this scholarship you must reside in a Rural or Remote area, this encompasses all areas outside Australia’s major cities.  

YAL & Hilary Farrant Scholarship for students with disabilities Post Secondary Scholarship

YAL is able to offer a Post-Secondary Scholarship that will be effective in aiding the education of a post-secondary school student. The recipient will receive a scholarship worth a total of $16,000 over 2 years ($8,000 p/a). To be eligible for this scholarship you must be an Australian Resident, be living with a disability and attending post-secondary education.  

Local Scholarships (Western Australia)

YAL & Schiavello Systems (WA) WA Upper Secondary Scholarship for Indigenous Students (Years 10 – 12)

YAL is able to offer an Upper Secondary Scholarship that will be effective in aiding the education of a secondary school student. The recipient will receive a scholarship worth a total of $6,000 over 2 years ($3,000 p/a). To be eligible for this scholarship you must be an Indigenous student and attending secondary school.  

YAL & the Harrison Family TrustUpper Secondary Scholarship (years 10 – 12)

YAL is able to offer an Upper Secondary Scholarship that will be effective in aiding the education of a secondary school student. The recipient will receive a scholarship worth a total of $6,000 over 2 years ($3,000 p/a). To be eligible for this scholarship you must reside in or attend school in the City of Armadale, Western Australia.

YAL & City of Wanneroo Upper Secondary Scholarship (Years 10 – 12)

YAL has entered into an arrangement with the City of Wanneroo and is able to offer an Upper Secondary scholarship that will be effective in aiding the education of a secondary school student. The recipient will receive a scholarship worth a total of $6,000 over 2 years ($3,000 p/a). To be eligible for this scholarship you must reside in or attend school in the City of Wanneroo.

YAL & City of Stirling Upper Secondary Scholarship (Years 10 – 12)

YAL has entered into an arrangement with the City of Stirling and is able to offer an Upper Secondary scholarship that will be effective in aiding the education of a secondary school student. The recipient will receive a scholarship worth a total of $6,000 over 2 years ($3,000 p/a). To be eligible for this scholarship you must reside in or attend school in the City of Stirling.

What does the assistance provide?

• Meeting the requirements as per terms and conditions recipients may expect ongoing support for 2 years for full time (or part thereof) study.

• Funds may be applied to eligible expenditure including (but not limited to) tuition fees, uniforms -specialist clothing, specialist course fees, equipment, books, tutoring, travel, learning experiences, computer software/hardware and living expenses, or any other expenditure considered to be required to overcome financial or situational barriers, which could otherwise prevent access to further education.

Am I eligible?

The program seeks applicants who can demonstrate

• The applicant is an Australian Citizen or has permanent residency in Australia;
• The applicant is attending a recognised Australian education institution;
• The applicant has educational goals;
• The applicant experiences barriers or does not have equitable acess to educational oppourtunities or resources.
• For Upper Secondary scholarship ($3,000 p.a. for up to 2 years) the applicant is entering year 10, 11 or 12 in 2023;
• For Post Secondary scholarship the applicant will be aged between 17-25 and pursuing further education opportunities ($8,000 p.a for up to 2 years).

What are the selection criteria?

The selection panel will consider the following criteria:

• Evidence of the applicant/s enthusiasm for furthering their own education and career development;
• Evidence of past academic merit and/or demonstrated other skills;
• Evidence of financial or situational barriers, which could otherwise prevent access to furthering education.

Who selects the successful applicants?

A selection panel will review all applicants according to the criteria set out in the Application Form. The selection panel consists of representatives from various education sectors. After considering all applications, the selection panel will make recommendations to the Board of Directors. The selection panel may invite a number of applicants for an interview before making its final recommendations. This will occur in the first week of October via MS Teams. YAL staff will assist with the arrangements for those short listed.

Feedback on individual applications will NOT be provided. The selection process is confidential. No information provided by the applicants will be released to third parties without the informed consent of the individual applicant.

What are the Terms and Conditions?

It is a condition of scholarships/bursaries that funds provided are used for purposes consistent with the intent of the program. 

Before applying for the scholarship/bursaries, please ensure that you have read and understood the terms and conditions provided within the application form. If you need further clarification please contact Alannah at [email protected]after first checking the Frequently Asked Questions page.

How do I apply?

Applications will only be accepted on the Application Form provided as a PDF download or online form.

If you require to submit your application in an alternative mode such as by video, please contact our YAL Staff. The application process requires you to:

• Complete Section 1 – Application Form
• Complete Section 2 – A short answer questionnaire
• Provide a portfolio of supporting evidence

How do I submit my application form?

It is preferred that applications are submitted online via the website www.yal.org.au.

Alternatively, completed application packages may be submitted via email to [email protected]

Alternatively: Post to Stamp not required
Young Australia League Ltd

Reply Paid 84593
45 Murray Street
Perth WA 6000

When is the closing date for applications?

Applications for the 2023 scholarship/bursaries close at 5pm (WST) Monday, 15th August 2022. Late applications will not be accepted.