Scholarships

Removing financial barriers. Unlocking potential.

At Dunmore Lang College, we believe that where you live should support you throughout your university journey. Each year, we offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries to help students thrive and complete their studies.

Our scholarships recognise students who demonstrate academic excellence, strong leadership and a commitment to meaningful community service.

Each year, the College provides over $700,000 in scholarships in collaboration with Macquarie University and other generous donors and partners.

Scholarship applications for 2027 will be opening shortly

Dunmore Lang College Entry Scholarships 

Eligibility

This scholarship is available to First Year Domestic students studying at Macquarie University in 2027.

You are welcome to maximise your chances by applying for both scholarships – please submit two applications as the criteria differ.

Dunmore Lang College and the Country Education Foundation Scholarships 

The Dunmore Lang College and the Country Education Foundation Scholarship is administered by the Country Education Foundation and provides a 50% discount on student accommodation costs for rural students beginning their degree in 2027.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship you must:
* Be a rural student
* Be approved for an offer of a place at Dunmore Lang College or be currently enrolled at the College.
* Applied and be eligible for a CEF Grant.

The successful student will still need to fund the remaining accommodation costs.

How to apply

How to apply â€“ Apply to your local foundation and apply to Dunmore Lang College

Macquarie University Advantage Accommodation Scholarship (Dunmore Lang College)

The Macquarie Advantage Accommodation Scholarship (Dunmore Lang College) covers the cost of a standard room at the College, including accommodation and all meals for up to four years of your study.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be an Australian citizen, or the holder of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Permanent Humanitarian Visa
  • Be a commencing full-time student in an undergraduate degree at Macquarie University in Session 1 2027
  • Be a current school leaver, or graduate of the previous year who has not undertaken any tertiary study in their gap year
  • Have demonstrated financial need via submission of a UAC Equity Scholarship application
  • Have applied for a place at Dunmore Lang College
  • Be from a regional and remote area
  • Be able to demonstrate leadership qualities/potential through commitment to community service and/or extra-curricular activities

Fixed places are available for Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students.

Macquarie Advantage Regional Pathway Scholarship

The Macquarie Advantage Regional Pathway Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students from regional and remote areas, improving access to higher education at Macquarie University. This scholarship is awarded for up to 4 years, subject to meeting ongoing eligibility criteria.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be an Australian Citizen, or the holder of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Permanent Humanitarian Visa.
  • Be a commencing or continuing full-time student enrolled in an undergraduate degree at Macquarie University with on-campus study requirements.
  • Be from a regional or remote area.
  • Demonstrate financial need, including eligibility for or receipt of Youth Allowance or other means-tested Commonwealth income support payments (via a UAC Equity Scholarship application).
  • Consideration is given to factors that may shape students’ educational pathways, including indigenous backgrounds, carer responsibilities, disability or health condition, and relevant personal circumstances.
How to apply

Applications are available via the UAC Equity Scholarship Application Portal.

Macquarie University Scholarships – General

Macquarie University excels itself for having one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia; distributing over $6 million in scholarships annually. They offer several scholarships based on equity, merit as well as subject-specific awards.

Dunmore Lang College Returning Student Scholarships

Dunmore Lang College also provides ongoing support and recognition of students, their needs, successes, and achievements.  The following scholarships are awarded annually, and students are invited to apply through an internal application process.

Types of scholarships

Dorothy Knox Bursaries – Are based on the primary criteria of financial need and academic progress.

Margaret Saville Award – Students are invited to self-nominate or nominate a fellow resident for this award in Semester Two prior to the Valedictory Celebration.  It is awarded based on service to the College.

John Dunmore Lang Senior Scholar Award – Recognises the contribution of a senior student to the life and community of Dunmore Lang College, as well as their potential to contribute to the wider community in their future professional career and community service.

Dunmore Lang College Academic Awards – Recognises the highest academic achievement of a DLC student in each of the four faculties at Macquarie University.

Dean Frost Memorial Prize – Awarded to the student with the highest academic results overall.

Rotary Club of North Ryde Scholarship – Awarded to a returning student at the beginning of the year whose degree has an international focus.

GradReady GAMSAT Principal’s Scholarship – Each year, one prospective medical student is recommended for the GradReady GAMSAT Attendance Course, which supports their preparation for the GAMSAT.  Further details about the course can be found here. 

How to apply

Applications for these scholarships are internal and will open during the academic year.