Applications open 16 December 2024 – 23 February 2025.
Connection to culture is central to the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Scholarships are available to assist your dream of giving back to and caring for your community. With financial support provided by NSW Health, you can focus on your studies and continue your journey to becoming a nurse or midwife.
NSW Health Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Undergraduate Scholarships of up to $1000 per subject are available for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students undertaking a Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery.
NSW Health Aboriginal Enrolled Nurse to Registered Nurse Scholarships of up to $15,000 per year are available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students employed as an Enrolled Nurse in a NSW Health facility and undertaking a Bachelor of Nursing.
"The cadetship program went beyond my expectations. The support I recieved while I was a cadet helped guide me through my nursing degree. It gave me the chance to explore different areas of nursing. I'm thankful to have been part of such a great program and encourage all Aboriginal students to apply." Martin Roberts, proud Wiradjuri man and NSW Health Registered Nurse
"The cadetship program went beyond my expectations. The support I recieved while I was a cadet helped guide me through my nursing degree. It gave me the chance to explore different areas of nursing. I'm thankful to have been part of such a great program and encourage all Aboriginal students to apply."
Applications open 9am Monday 16 December.
Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 23 February.
All candidates notified of recruitment outcome by Monday 10 March.
To be eligible to apply you must be:
You aren't eligible for this scholarship if you're currently on a NSW Health Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Cadetship.
As part of the application process, applicants must complete an online application form and provide:
Prior to applications opening I have:
Please submit academic results and your next semester/trimester enrolments.
Submit enrolment