Programs
Partners of Veterans Association Veterans Spouse Scholarship
Walk for a Veteran Inc has partnered with Partners of Veterans Association Australia to establish a scholarship to support veteran spouses completing a full time Certificate III or above with a vision to aid or improve the lives of serving military personnel, Veterans and/or their families.
Expression of Interest (EOI)
To be considered for the Walk for a Veteran Inc Scholarship, applicants are required to:
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meet the eligibility criteria listed below
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complete all sections of the EOI form
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provide all requested documents
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be available to attend an interview (upon invitation only)
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Eligibility Criteria
In order to be eligible, an applicant must:
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be a current spouse of veterans or active service member from the ADF, including surviving spouses
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be a domestic student (domestic students are anyone who is Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident)
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be eligible to enrol in a part-time/full time course at Certificate III or above
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applicants for this scholarship demonstrate clear academic goals, leadership potential and a deep desire to create positive change. They are committed to strengthening communities at home and around the world.
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Provide evidence of engagement with veteran community
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scholarships are only awarded for the upcoming academic year and not retroactive for completed courses
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not currently be in receipt of any Scholarships, or any other equivalent award or scholarship from an overseas sponsor or the Commonwealth Government designed to offset HDR fees;
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copy of current resume
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2-character references including contact details
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proof of partners military service
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permission for PVA to complete background checks, if required
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How to apply?
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request EOI form from admin@walkforaveteran.org.au
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complete all sections of the EOI form
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attach a current Curriculum Vitaé
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attach copies of official Academic Transcripts for all academic qualifications you hold
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submit the EOI and documents to: admin@walkforaveteran.org.au
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