Undergraduate Nursing and Midwifery Scholarships Program

The Undergraduate (entry-to-practice) Nursing and Midwifery Scholarships Program aims to train and upskill the next generation of registered nurses and midwives through scholarships that aim to reduce financial disincentives associated with undertaking an undergraduate (entry-to-practice) nursing or midwifery degree, including the costs of clinical placements.

Funding is provided by the Department of Health and delivered in partnership with the Department of Government Services.

Scholarships

Scholarships for eligible recipients include:

1. Up to $9,000 towards course costs over a maximum of 3 years. This includes $3,000 per annum in line with a 3-year bachelor’s degree.
2. An additional $7,500 if committed to employment at a Victorian public health service for at least 2 years. A minimum 0.8 EFT or equivalent pro rata is required.

The total maximum scholarship value is $16,500.

Scholarships will be administered annually.

Key dates

University component round 1: 2023 intake

Applications open: 26 April - 24 May 2023 (now closed)

University component round 2: 2023 intake

Applications open: 4 October - 1 November 2023 (now closed)

University component round 3: 2024 intake

Applications open: 24 July 2024

Health Service Component Payment

*Note the third-year scholarship payment only applies to students undertaking a 3-year full time course

Cross border communities

Your eligible course must be at an approved education provider located in Victoria or in one of the eligible border communities.

Next steps

Before applying please read the Funding Guidelines for details and the Frequently asked questions (FAQs) which aim to assist prospective applicants with interpreting the guidelines.

Email: nams@grants.vic.gov.au with any questions.