Scholarships
About
The Purple Hands Foundation, Fremantle Football Club and SEDA Group are proud to offer one full scholarship to a First Nations student who has applied or will apply for a WA-based, Sport & Business Program powered by SEDA, alongside a MADALAH tertiary scholarship, in 2026.
Value
- 100% bursary for tuition fees when combined with a MADALAH scholarship (separate application)
- Support for industry work placements and projects at the Purple Hands Foundation, Fremantle Football
and/or partner organisations - Mentoring support through the relevant industry partner/s, MADALAH and SEDA
- Support for transition to higher education and/or
employment through SEDA and industry networks - SportWest student membership
Scholarship does not include $395 non-tuition fee or learning materials (e.g. laptop).
Eligibility Criteria
- Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Resides in Western Australia while enrolled in the program
- Is an Australian citizen and/or permanent resident
- Completed Year 12 (WACE or equivalent)
Applicants for the Sport & Business Program scholarship will need to be successful in applying for the MADALAH scholarship to be eligible.
Scholarship recipients must commit to the following:
- Positively represent SEDA, MADALAH and relevant industry partner/s
- Complete all aspects of the program in which they are enrolled, while making the most of the opportunities presented through the scholarship. This may include promotional activities that will be adjusted to the applicant’s skill and comfort.
Application Process
Applicants should apply for a MADALAH tertiary scholarship at madalah.com.au when they open on Monday, 6th
October. This application is specific to MADALAH and separate to the Sport & Business Program Scholarship.
To apply for the Sport & Business Program Scholarship, applicants must submit an application letter along with one academic and one personal referee to scholarships@sedagroup.com.au.
The one-page application letter should cover their:
- Ability to meet the scholarship criteria (outlined above)
- Reason(s) for applying for the scholarship and what they would like to achieve in 2026
- Academic background and achievements
- Involvement with the community of which they
identify and/or the community where they live.
Applications close 5pm Monday, 3rd November.
Next steps
- Applicants eligible for both the MADALAH tertiary scholarship and Sport & Business Program Scholarship will be notified to arrange a formal interview.
- Interviews will be conducted by a panel consisting of SEDA representatives.
- Applicants will be advised of when they can expect to have an outcome confirmed at the conclusion of their interview.
About
The Perth Wildcats and SEDA Group are proud to offer one full scholarship to a First Nations student who has applied or will apply for a WA-based, Sport & Business Program powered by SEDA, alongside a MADALAH tertiary scholarship, in 2026.
Value
- 100% bursary for tuition fees when combined with a MADALAH scholarship (separate application)
- Support for industry work placements and projects at the Perth Wildcats and/or partner organisations
- Menoring support through the relevant industry partner/s, MADALAH and SEDA
- Support for transition to higher education and/or
employment through SEDA and industry networks - SportWest student membership
Scholarship does not include $395 non-tuition fee or learning materials (e.g. laptop).
Eligibility Criteria
- Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Resides in Western Australia while enrolled in the program
- Is an Australian citizen and/or permanent resident
- Completed Year 12 (WACE or equivalent)
Applicants for the Sport & Business Program scholarship will need to be successful in applying for the MADALAH scholarship to be eligible.
Scholarship recipients must commit to the following:
- Positively represent SEDA, MADALAH and relevant industry partner/s
- Complete all aspects of the program in which they are enrolled, while making the most of the opportunities presented through the scholarship. This may include promotional activities that will be adjusted to the applicant’s skill and comfort.
Application Process
Applicants should apply for a MADALAH tertiary scholarship at madalah.com.au when they open on Monday, 6th
October. This application is specific to MADALAH and separate to the Sport & Business Program Scholarship.
To apply for the Sport & Business Program Scholarship, applicants must submit an application letter along with one academic and one personal referee to scholarships@sedagroup.com.au.
The one-page application letter should cover their:
- Ability to meet the scholarship criteria (outlined above)
- Reason(s) for applying for the scholarship and what they would like to achieve in 2026
- Academic background and achievements
- Involvement with the community of which they
identify and/or the community where they live.
Applications close 5pm Monday, 3rd November.
Next steps
- Applicants eligible for both the MADALAH tertiary scholarship and Sport & Business Program Scholarship will be notified to arrange a formal interview.
- Interviews will be conducted by a panel consisting of SEDA representatives.
- Applicants will be advised of when they can expect to have an outcome confirmed at the conclusion of their interview.
About
Melbourne Victory Football Club and SEDA Group (SEDA) are proud to invite applications for a Multicultural Scholarship as part of the 2026 Melbourne Victory Sport & Business Program.
Potential students can apply for the scholarship before or after applying for the program. There is no obligation or cost associated with applications for this scholarship.
Value
- Full tuition fee waiver to the value of $21,500
- Connection to structured work-integrated learning experiences and projects at Melbourne Victory or partner organisations that align with individual areas of interest
- Mentoring opportunities through Melbourne Victory
- Additional support for transition to higher education and/or employment
Scholarship does not include $395 non-tuition fee, learning materials (e.g. laptop), or international study tour.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant has at least one parent born overseas in a country where English is not classified as the main language
- Reside in Victoria while enrolled in the program
- An Australian citizen and/or permanent resident
- Scholarship recipients must commit to the following:
- Positively represent Melbourne Victory, SEDA and program partners
- Complete all aspects of the Melbourne Victory Sport & Business Program, while making the most of the opportunities presented through the scholarship. This may include promotional activities that will be adjusted to the applicant’s skill and comfort.
Application Process
To apply for the scholarship, students must submit an application letter along with one academic and one personal referee to scholarships@sedagroup.com.au.
The one-page application letter should cover their:
- Ability to meet the scholarship criteria (outlined above)
- Reason(s) for applying for the scholarship and what they would like to achieve in 2026
- Academic background and achievements
- Involvement with the community of which they identify and/or the community where they live.
Applications close 5pm Monday, 27th October 2025.
Next steps
- Eligible applicants will be notified to arrange a formal interview
- Interviews will be conducted by a panel consisting of SEDA and Melbourne Victory representatives
- Applicants will be advised of when they can expect to have an outcome confirmed at the conclusion of their interview
About
Melbourne United and SEDA Group (SEDA) are proud to invite applications for a Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship as part of the 2026 Melbourne United Sport & Business Program.
Potential students can apply for the scholarship before or after applying for the program. There is no obligation or cost associated with applications for this scholarship.
Value
- Full tuition fee waiver to the value of $21,500
- Connection to structured work-integrated learning experiences and projects at Melbourne United or partner organisations that align with individual areas of interest
- Mentoring opportunities through Melbourne United
- Additional support for transition to higher education and/or employment
Scholarship does not include $395 non-tuition fee, learning materials (e.g. laptop), or international study tour.
Eligibility Criteria
- Demonstrate that they are part of a community that is underrepresented in basketball, including:
- Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Has at least one parent born overseas in a country where English is not classified as the main language
- Has a disability
- Reside in Victoria while enrolled in the program
- An Australian citizen and/or permanent resident
Scholarship recipients must commit to the following:
- Positively represent Melbourne United, SEDA and program partners
- Complete all aspects of the Melbourne United Sport & Business Program, while making the most of the opportunities presented through the scholarship. This may include promotional activities that will be adjusted to the applicant’s skill and comfort.
Application Process
To apply for the scholarship, students must submit an application letter along with one academic and one personal referee to scholarships@sedagroup.com.au.
The one-page application letter should cover their:
- Ability to meet the scholarship criteria (outlined above)
- Reason(s) for applying for the scholarship and what they would like to achieve in 2026
- Academic background and achievements
- Involvement with the community of which they identify and/or the community where they live.
Applications close 5pm Monday, 27th October 2025.
Next steps
- Eligible applicants will be notified to arrange a formal interview
- Interviews will be conducted by a panel consisting of SEDA and Melbourne United representatives
- Applicants will be advised of when they can expect to have an outcome confirmed at the conclusion of their interview
About
The Barney Allam Legacy Scholarship
In memory of founder, Barney Allam OAM, and in partnership with the Panthers and SEDA Group, Allam Property Group is pleased to offer a scholarship to support one regional student to undertake the Panthers Sport & Business Program in 2026.
Potential students can apply for the scholarship before or after applying for the program. There is no obligation or cost associated with applications for this scholarship.
Value
- Full tuition fee waiver to the value of $21,500
- $10,000 toward student living costs
- Connection to structured work-integrated learning experiences and projects at the Panthers or partner organisations that align with individual areas of interest
- Mentoring opportunities through the Panthers
- Additional support for transition to higher education and/or employment
Scholarship does not include $395 non-tuition fee, learning materials (e.g. laptop), or international study tour.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Currently reside in regional NSW (west of the Blue Mountains)
- Reside in NSW while enrolled in the program
- An Australian citizen and/or permanent resident
- Scholarship recipients must commit to the following:
- Positively represent Allam Homes, the Panthers, SEDA and program partners
- Complete all aspects of the Panthers Sport & Business Program, while making the most of the opportunities presented through the scholarship. This may include promotional activities that will be adjusted to the applicants skill and comfort.
Application Process
To apply for the scholarship, students must submit an application letter along with one academic and one personal referee to scholarships@sedagroup.com.au.
The one-page application letter should cover their:
- Ability to meet the scholarship criteria (outlined above)
- Reason(s) for applying for the scholarship and what they would like to achieve in 2026
- Academic background and achievements
- Involvement with the community of which they identify and/or the community where they live.
Applications close 5pm Monday, 27th October 2025.
Next steps
- Eligible applicants will be notified to arrange a formal interview
- Interviews will be conducted by a panel consisting of Allam Homes, SEDA and Panthers representatives
- Applicants will be advised of when they can expect to have an outcome confirmed at the conclusion of their interview.
Program Scholarships
SEDA, along with our industry partners, are proud to offer a number of scholarships for students wishing to study in 2026. Click on the below to learn more.
MADALAH Scholarships
SEDA proudly partners with MADALAH Limited to provide scholarships, mentoring support and leadership programs to First Nations students.
For successful applicants, MADALAH tertiary scholarships cover $8000 of the Sport & Business Program tuition fees. Other payment options are available to cover the remaining fees. MADALAH tertiary scholarships open in October each year.
Tertiary Access Payment
The Tertiary Access Payment is available to Year 12 graduates aged up to 22 who move or have moved from regional or remote Australia in their first year of tertiary studies (Certificate IV or above).
First year students who have taken one or more gap years and meet all other eligibility criteria are now able to apply.
Eligible students will be paid either $3,000 or $5,000 depending on where they live. The payment can help pay for things like rent, household bills, groceries, textbooks, or other study supplies.
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To receive the payment, students may need to confirm their address details, provide a document from their education provider confirming their enrolment and study load, and update any details that have changed since they applied.
Services Australia will contact students to confirm these details. Students will need to provide this within 14 days, or they may not receive their payment.
Students can find out more about the eligibility criteria and apply at Services Australia.
