| Total value | $9,000 |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Residency | Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, New Zealand Citizen |
| What best describes me | New student |
| Level of study | Undergraduate |
| Degree | All |
| College | All |
| Type of scholarship | High achiever/academic |
The Adelaide University Principals' Scholarship rewards students who have excelled in their school academically and exhibited qualities of active service to their school and/or community. Recipients are nominated by their school principal and will receive a stipend of up to $3,000 per annum for 3 years.
Eligibility
- Commencing Undergraduate Student (Including online)
- Australian Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or New Zealand Citizen
- Qualify for their Year 12 certificate at a nominated School in 2026
- Have applied through SATAC for admission to a Commonwealth Supported Place in an undergraduate Bachelor’s degree at Adelaide University or direct to AU for online Bachelor degrees in 2027 and be eligible to receive an offer of a place in that program
- Be commencing post-secondary studies for the first time in 2027
- The University will contact School Principals for nomination (eligible schools include those based in South Australia, Northern Territory, Broken Hill and non-metropolitan border communities in Victoria)
Selection criteria
Based on Principal's nomination
Important information
- One scholarship is available for each school in South Australia, Northern Territory, Broken Hill and non-metropolitan border communities in Victoria
- Nominations close 4pm, Friday 27 November 2026
How to apply
Nominations were called for in September and will close in November. If your School did not receive the nomination callout, please contact engage@study.adelaideuni.edu.auContact us