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.
Eligibility
The VU Thrive grant will be available for current onshore students who:
- are enrolled in a HE award or TAFE course
- are enrolled in a minimum of 48 credit points for Higher Education and 270 hours for TAFE
- are experiencing financial hardship in regards to educational expenses related to their studies – tuition fees and SSAF excluded
- have not applied and received a VU Thrive Grant in the same academic year
- provide supporting evidence including, but not limited to:
- bank statements
- invoices
- quotes
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
Complete all questions outlined in the application portal.
Applications will be assessed by the VU Scholarships Office.