Keitha Edith Yates Education Scholarship (KEYES)

University of Queensland · 74 Compass Score

About this scholarship

The Keitha Edith Yates Education Scholarship (K.E.Y.E.S.) supports an undergraduate student from a regional, rural, or remote area where the cost of residential fees may be a financial barrier to taking up a place at UQ. Established in 2026 by a gift from Mr Geoffrey Jaeger, the K.E.Y.E.S Scholarship is named in memory of his mother. Keitha Edith Yates was born on 9 January 1940 and raised in St George in western Queensland. Although she passed the Queensland scholarship examination, distance, financial hardship and the cultural barriers to education faced by girls at that time meant she was unable to attend high school. However, throughout her life, Keitha held a deep belief that education opens doors. A lifelong learner and strong advocate for opportunity, she ultimately ensured her children could access a university education at UQ. Today, the K.E.Y.E.S. Scholarship helps give a student the 'keys' to a UQ education that may not otherwise have been available to them.

Eligibility

You're eligible if: you are a domestic student in accordance with the University's Fee Policy; you are enrolled full-time in an Approved Program; you are a resident at an Approved Accommodation Provider; you are from a Regional, Rural or Remote Area in Queensland which is more than 200km from Brisbane; and you can demonstrate financial hardship by providing documentary evidence

Focus areas

Accommodation

How to apply

Applications are made through the University of Queensland application portal. Always verify eligibility, supporting document requirements, and deadline timing on the provider's official page before applying.

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