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JCU Bridging Excellence Scholarship

The JCU Bridging Excellence Scholarship is available to a Diploma of Nursing Student who has completed or will complete their studies in the current year and has selected or will select JCU Bachelor of Nursing Science as their first preference through QTAC.

The scholarship includes:

  • $10,000 paid directly to the recipient in installments over two years.
  • JCU ‘Bridging Excellence’ Scholarship Certificate

JCU Pathways Prizes

The Pathway Prizes are available to Diploma of Nursing Students who have completed or will complete their studies in the current year, and have selected or will select JCU Bachelor of Nursing Science as their first preference through QTAC.

The prize includes:

  • $500 paid directly to the students at the end of the first year.

How to submit applications

  • Read the Criteria and Information section below
  • Complete the application form by the closing date
  • Upload any relevant documents
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"The application process for the Bridging Excellence Scholarship was a relatively simple process and any questions I had were responded to swiftly by the relevant JCU support teams.

The scholarship has been beneficial as it has allowed me to allocate additional funds to study resources and any unexpected expenses that I incurred on placement."

Olivia Parenti
2026 Bridging Excellence Recipient

"It definitely took some of the financial pressure from studying off of my mind. I didn’t have to worry too much about taking up more shifts at my current job to pay for my tuition because a significant portion of the financial pressure was reduced.

This has been especially helpful since I also help provide for my family. It has allowed me to focus more on my studies without having to worry as much about balancing additional work hours with my degree. It’s done a great deal of help, I think more students should look into applying for it when the opportunity arises."

Trixie Valentino
2026 Bridging Excellence Recipient

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Criteria and Information

The JCU Bridging Excellence Scholarship

The process of selecting the JCU Bridging Excellence Scholarship recipient is to be determined by a selection panel. The student will have completed a Diploma of Nursing in the year of their application, and completed their application, including supporting information.

The JCU Bridging Excellence Scholarship is awarded to domestic students only. Eligible students need to be:

  • An Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa Holder, or Australian Permanent Resident or New Zealand Citizen
  • A current student undertaking a Diploma of Nursing due to complete in the year of their application
  • Have applied or will apply directly to JCU ‘s Bachelor of Nursing Science degree.

    • Successful recipients are likely to exhibit all or some of the following:
    • Consistent achievement and progress in their studies.
    • A commitment to Nursing, especially in Regional Australia.
    • Resilience and perseverance in their studies or extracurricular accomplishments.

The JCU Pathway Prizes

The process of selecting the JCU Pathway Prize recipients is to be determined by a selection panel. The student will have completed a Diploma of Nursing in the year of their application, and completed their application, including supporting information.

The JCU Pathways Prizes are awarded to domestic students only. Eligible students need to be:

  • An Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa Holder, or Australian Permanent Resident or New Zealand Citizen
  • A current student undertaking a Diploma of Nursing due to complete in the year of their application
  • Have applied or will apply directly to JCU ‘s Bachelor of Nursing Science degree.

    • Successful recipients are likely to exhibit all or some of the following:
    • Consistent achievement and progress in their studies.
    • A commitment to Nursing, especially in Regional Australia.
    • Resilience and perseverance in their studies or extracurricular accomplishments.

Applicant Submissions

Applicants are to submit their application and supporting information via the online application form by the closing date.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students are encouraged to make own decisions of where and how to expend their award funds. It is anticipated students will be encouraged to expend funds in a manner that assists with their studies or supports their wellbeing.

Students will receive award funds by direct deposit into their nominated bank account.

Recipients are selected by a selection panel. Successful recipients are likely to exhibit all or some of the following: Consistent achievement and progress in their studies. A commitment to Nursing, especially in Regional Australia. Resilience and perseverance in their studies or extracurricular accomplishments.

Yes, successful recipients will receive a pack containing an Award Certificate.

The closing date for applications is 22 January 2027 - midday.

The Future Students team is available to answer any questions you may have. For further information email: futurestudents@jcu.edu.au.

The Future Students team will be in contact to confirm your submission details and request any additional information.

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