How much is the scholarship?
Each scholarship for the 2021 school year is $1,000 (no GST included as this is a grant payment).

Who can apply for a scholarship?
You are eligible to apply if you are:
 living in social housing (which includes public, community or Aboriginal housing), on the NSW Housing Register, receiving private rental assistance from DCJ, living in crisis/supported accommodation, or living in out-of-home care
 studying in Year 10, 11 or 12 at a NSW high school or HSC equivalent at TAFE, or completing a school based apprenticeship or traineeship, or studying a VET subject at school in 2021.

What can I use the scholarship for?
The scholarship funds must be used for educational or support related costs to help you complete the school year. You can choose how you spend the money, so long as you buy things that will help you to complete your studies. You will also need to keep the receipts of the items that you buy with the scholarship funds as DCJ may ask you for proof of your purchases. The lists below provide you with an idea of what you might want to buy.

When can I apply for a scholarship?
Applications open at 9:00am on Thursday, 15 October 2020 and close at 5:00pm on Friday, 19 February 2021. Late applications will not be accepted.

How do I apply for a scholarship?
You must have a valid personal email address, do not use a school email address. This email address will be used to register and receive updates about your application so make sure that you can access and check this email regularly.
To apply:
1. Visit www.facs.nsw.gov.au/dcj-scholarships to access the SurveyMonkey Apply application link.
2. Set up an account and create a password.
3. Complete the pre-eligibility questions.
4. Complete all relevant sections of the online application form.
5. Complete the Applicant Support task:
You will need to nominate a school staff member (principal, welfare teacher, school administration manager, teacher, year advisor etc.) to complete an online Recommender form to support your application.
6. Review your application and click Submit.