About Pinnacle Scholarships
The Pinnacle Foundation provides educational scholarships, mentoring and opportunities for young LGBTIQ Australians to realise their full potential and overcome challenges arising from their identity. Scholarships are awarded for fulltime study at public institutions of higher education in Australia, for the purpose of gaining an educational or vocational qualification in any profession, trade, or the arts.
Eligibility
Scholarships are open to LGBTIQ Australians who meet the criteria detailed below:
- Australian citizen or permanent resident (proof required during application stage)
- At least 18 years of age and younger than 27 years of age on 20 January in each year for which the scholarship is sought
- Have achieved good or reasonable scholastic results given your circumstances
- Will be undertaking fulltime studies
- Identify as a member of the LGBTIQ community.
Value and duration of scholarships
From 2023, Pinnacle scholarships awarded to students in their first year as a Pinnacle scholar are valued at $8,000. From 2023, Pinnacle scholarships awarded to returning scholars are valued at $6,000.
Scholarships may be granted on a multi-year basis, subject to the scholar continuing to satisfy the eligibility and selection criteria, and demonstrating an excellent attendance record, acceptable academic performance, a positive mentor review, and having made a positive contribution to the Pinnacle family.
Application dates
The Pinnacle Foundation scholarship round will be open between 1 July and 31 August 2022.
How to apply
To apply, please visit https://thepinnaclefoundation.org/our-scholars/apply-for-a-scholarship/