Scholarships
Inspiro invests in future health care professionals who have a genuine interest in the health and wellbeing of our community.
Tertiary Health Scholarships
Each year we give a total of $22,500 to students studying an accredited health course who live in the Yarra Ranges.
Graduate scholarship
In partnership with La Trobe University, we award an Industry Research scholarship to an outstanding applicant who’s passionate about addressing the mental health of people with chronic disease in the Yarra Ranges.
Visit La Trobe’s website to learn more and email penny.taylor@inspiro.org.au if you have any questions.
Tertiary Health Scholarship
About our Scholarships
Inspiro has been investing in future health professionals for over 17 years. Each year, we give away a total of $22,500 to deserving students who demonstrate a genuine heart for their community.
There are three main prize categories:
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$10,000 Inspiro Tertiary Health Scholarship
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$7,500 Inspiro Tertiary Health Scholarship
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$2,500 Encouragement Award x 2
Find out if you’re eligible
Learn how to apply
Meet our past winners
Who's eligible?
To be eligible for an Inspiro Tertiary Health Scholarship, you must be a resident of the Yarra Ranges Shire undertaking or enrolled to commence:
- Tertiary studies in a recognised health science course at an Australian University or higher education TAFE institute, or
- Vocational Education and Training (VET) in a health science field.
And that’s it!
How to apply
- Read our scholarship information pack to find out what to include in your application.
- Apply using our online application form or download a hardcopy
- Ask a peer, teacher or employer to fill out the scholarship reference form
Do you have any questions? Email penny.taylor@inspiro.org.au to learn more about the scholarship application process.
Learn about our past winners
Wondering what do we look for in our tertiary health scholarship applicants?
Our winners all demonstrate:
- Genuine care for others
- A strong academic record
- Contribution to the community
- Capacity to overcome challenges and difficulties
- An understanding and commitment to their chosen health career
Our Tertiary Health Scholarship winners have all gone on to do great things. Some even work with us!
Read about our previous scholarship winners.
- Blog, Community, Scholarships
05/05/2021
- Blog, Scholarships
09/05/2018
- Blog, Scholarships
03/05/2017
Post Graduate Scholarship
In partnership with La Trobe University, we’re awarding an Industry Research scholarship to an outstanding applicant who’s passionate about addressing the mental health of people with chronic disease in the Yarra Ranges.
Our first recipient Elizabeth recently completed her doctorate—so we had a chat with her to find out all about it and learn why she thinks you should apply for this prestigious scholarship this year. You can read about her experience here: https://www.inspiro.org.au/blog/meet-our-first-industry-research-scholarship-recipient
Visit La Trobe’s website to learn more: and email penny.taylor@inspiro.org.au if you have any questions.