Today, accessing higher education remains a huge challenge for thousands of people. People from regional and remote areas, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, Indigenous peoples and refugees remain under-represented in our universities.
Did you know that people from affluent backgrounds are three times more likely to attend university than people from low socio-economic backgrounds? By increasing the number of scholarships, we can provide opportunities for talented people who would otherwise miss out.
Macquarie University is a great place to learn, but some students need additional support to even consider enrolling, and others, once enrolled, to get the most from their university experience.
With your support, we can create access to a university education for deserving, talented individuals who might otherwise miss out through circumstances that are no fault of their own. And everyone benefits. The students - who gain a tertiary qualification that will change their lives. The Macquarie University community - through the satisfaction from giving back. And the whole nation - through increasing our university educated population.
Help to change lives. You can do this today with a gift of any amount.
“Every donation, even small, is powerful enough to change someone's life. I cannot thank the donors enough for their generosity and hope that one day I can also help to make a difference”
Jessie Wang
Recipient of a Macquarie Education Costs Scholarship
Macquarie University calls on you, our alumni, to help students in need of financial aid. You can help disadvantaged students to meet their education and living expenses while at Macquarie and ultimately, to reach their full potential by donating to one of the following:
- 1. Macquarie Education Costs Scholarship ($4,508 per year for up to four years indexed annually) available for people who are financially disadvantaged, from an Indigenous background, are sole parents, have carer responsibility, have a long-term medical condition, are disabled or from a non-English speaking background to assist with the day to day costs of being a student.
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2. Macquarie Accommodation Scholarship ($9,016 per year for up to four years indexed annually) available to assist students from remote and rural Australia or city students with a compelling case, to live on campus or close to the University. If we can meet the accommodation costs for disadvantaged students to live on or near campus they are far more likely to complete their course and do well in their studies.
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3. Macquarie Student Emergency Fund available for students experiencing financial difficulties. This emergency fund helps them get through a difficult patch and stay on at University.
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4. Macquarie Unrestricted Equity Scholarship Fund supports equity initiatives at the discretion of the Vice-Chancellor. The fund allows for a flexible response to student needs which may not be covered by other scholarships.
Typical student expenses
How much should I give?
Whatever you feel comfortable with. Every little bit helps.
A regular donation is the best way to show your support because it allows the University to plan for the future with a known source of income for scholarships. For example you can cover the cost of textbooks for a student for $40 a month ($480 a year) – which is tax deductible.
One-off donations will also make a difference.
As well as supporting our Equity Scholarships Appeal, there are many other ways you can benefit students and the community by supporting Macqaurie University. You can make a gift today or leave a gift in your Will to benefit future generations.
100% of the funds you donate will support equity scholarships and help students with their education and living costs. All donations over $2 are tax deductible.
