YAL Connect Scholarship

The YAL Connect Scholarships support young Australians aged 14–25 who face barriers to education by providing financial assistance and holistic support across both secondary and post-secondary levels. Offered by the Young Australia League, these scholarships recognise that access to education should never be limited by postcode, income, ability, or circumstance.

There are two main scholarship streams:
– Upper Secondary: $3,000 per annum for students in Years 10, 11, or 12
– Post Secondary: $8,000 per annum for young people aged 17–24 completing TAFE, university, or other post-high school education

Scholarships are local and national, with recipients gaining access to youth worker support, wraparound assistance, and a network of young changemakers across Australia.

• 📅 Key Dates

  Applications open 15 June 2025 and close 31 July 2025

• 👥 Eligibility

  To be eligible, applicants must:
  ✔️ Be an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency
  ✔️ Reside in Australia
  ✔️ Attend a recognised Australian education institution
  ✔️ Experience barriers to equitable access to educational opportunities or resources

  Upper Secondary Scholarship:
  – Must be entering Years 10, 11, or 12 in the following academic year

  Post Secondary Scholarship:
  – Must be aged 17–24 and currently enrolled in a post-high school course (e.g. university, TAFE, accredited training)
  – Most scholarships require full-time study (minimum 0.375 EFTSL for uni students)