VU Thrive Grant
This donor-funded grant is designed to support current students to help ease the financial costs of education and to help set them up for success in their chosen field of study.
Students can access funds for items such as laptops, books, tools of trade and other course materials that are directly related to their study
Apply for the VU Thrive Grant through our VU Admission Centre.
Eligibility
The VU Thrive grant will be available for current onshore students who:
- are enrolled in a HE award or TAFE course
- are experiencing financial hardship in regards to educational expenses related to their studies – other than course and/or SSAF fees
- have not applied and been successful in receiving a VU Thrive Grant in the same academic year
- complete all questions outlined in the application portal
- provide any requested evidence including, but not limited to:
- bank statements
- invoices
- quotes
- statement of account.
Value
The value of the grant will be determined by the evidence provided in your application. Please be sure to identify the expense/s for which you are applying for grant assistance, including travel, uniform, placement, laptop, stationary, etc.
Payment will be made within 10-15 business days after accepting the offer to the bank account listed on your student record.
Assessment & selection
Applications will be assessed by the VU Scholarships Office.