UNSW Sport Scholarships 2027
University of New South Wales · 60 Compass Score
About this scholarship
The UNSW Sports Scholarships are for current and commencing UNSW Students who display outstanding sporting ability. By applying for the 2027 UNSW Sport Scholarships you may be considered for the following scholarships. More scholarships may be added to this list progressively. *Please note the application closing date is 11:59pm AEST Monday 30th November 2026. Scholarship Value and Duration Additional Criteria Ben Lexcen Sports Scholarship (UGCE1043) $10,000 for one year Elite Athlete UNSW Indigenous Elite Athlete Sports Award (PUCE1020) $10,000 for one year Be an Indigenous Australian (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander only) Prue Watt Sport Award (PUCE1025) $10,000 for one year Identify with having a disability (this does not need to be registered with UNSW services) Must compete in a sport recognised by Sport Australia. Must provide a letter from either a National or State Sporting Organisation to verify the current standard of competition. UNSW & NSW Rugby Award (PUCE1031) $10,000 for one year Endorsed by NSW Rugby NSW Elite Basketball Award (UGCE1505) $10,000 for one year Contribute to the basketball community through basketball organisations, UNSW Basketball Club, or other basketball related organisations. High Performance Athlete Award (PUCE1099) $10,000 for one year No additional criteria Elite Athlete Award (UGCE1195) $5,000 for one year No additional criteria UNSW High Performance Sports Club Award (UGCE1273) $5,000 for one year Compete for a UNSW High Performance Club (AFL, Cricket, Football, Hockey, Judo, Waterpolo) Bill Jameson Football Award (UGCE2044) $5,000 for one year Member of UNSW Football Club Randwick Rugby/St Hillier's Sports Award (UGCA1670) $5,000 for one year Playing or proposing to play for Randwick Rugby Union Club Preference given to students in Built Environment or Business programs Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, or New Zealand Citizen Randwick Magic Rugby Club Award (PUCE1096) $5,000 for one year Sporting achieve
Eligibility
To be eligible for these scholarships, applicants must meet all the following criteria: Be commencing or currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program (single or double degree) at UNSW Sydney or UNSW Canberra City. Demonstrate outstanding sporting performance in their nominated sport and/or their potential to become an outstanding sports person based on their performances and ability as at the time of application. Be deemed an elite athlete representing at a minimum of state level (or similar). Refer to the table above for any additional criteria.
How to apply
Applications are made through the University of New South Wales application portal. Always verify eligibility, supporting document requirements, and deadline timing on the provider's official page before applying.
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