Inside the million-dollar scholarship program that supports our brightest, recognises regional talent

Southern Cross University staff are now scouring the ATAR scores released today to identify recipients of the annual merit-based scholarships, which total more than $1.1 million. 

The merit-based scholarships are part of a broader suite which support the University’s mission to provide access to higher education for students from a broad range of backgrounds. It includes Indigenous scholarships and equity scholarships. 

According to University Chief Marketing Officer Dean Gould: “Our merit-based scholarships are an investment in encouraging future academic stars to join our constellation at Southern Cross University.” 

“There are many demands in the lives of modern students and these scholarships are a way of recognising their potential and helping them realise it.”

The merit-based program is headlined by eight Vice-Chancellor Scholarships valued at $50,000 each for the top eight students who accept an offer at Southern Cross University with an ATAR over 90.

Joining the program this year are four Vice-Chancellor Regional Leadership Scholarships valued at $50,000 for top students from the university’s regional footprint with an ATAR over 90.

This year’s scholarships also include four $32,000 Engineering Excellence Scholarships for the top four engineering students with an ATAR of 80 or better.