John Eales Rugby Excellence Scholarships at Bond University in Australia

Two
John Eales Rugby Excellence Scholarships are awarded annually to students beginning
their study at Bond University in the following year, January semester.
Australian applicants are eligible to apply.

The
goal of the scholarship is to prepare the individual

for life beyond rugby with
an internationally recognised degree in the discipline of the student’s choice,
which is enhanced by the global networks, industry connections, and work
experience opportunities for which Bond University is renowned.

As
Australia’s first private non-profit university, Bond University seeks to be
recognized internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a
spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire
tomorrow’s professionals who share a personalised and transformational student
experience.

Applicants
must meet the academic requirements for selected program.

Course
Level: Scholarships
are available for undergraduate or postgraduate level.

Study
Subject(s):
The successful awardees will commence study at Bond University in the following
year, January semester, and spend their rugby season with the Bond University
Rugby Club playing in the highest competition in the state of Queensland
throughout the duration of their degree.

Scholarship
award: includes

100%
tuition scholarship for any single diploma program, single undergraduate
degree, single postgraduate degree (excluding the Bond Medical Program).
A
$10,000 bursary will be awarded as a cash payment and made directly to the
scholar’s Bond student account. $10,000 cash bursary per year of study for
a maximum of 2 years (or pro-rated for part-time students to a maximum of
$20,000).
The
cash bursary may be used as the student wishes, however, it is recommended
that it is spent on accommodation, food, sporting equipment, participation
in sporting events and training, student activity fees and textbooks. The
bursary does not guarantee to cover all living expenses that the student
will incur during their time at Bond University.