About this scholarship
Established in 2016 by ACU Vice Chancellor, this scholarship honours Francis Xavier Conaci, a young Aboriginal scholar who joined the Benedictines and travelled to Rome for his education. This scholarship will assist an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander ACU undertake study at the University's Rome campus.
Scholarship type
Merit
Value
- This scholarship is valued at $4,000, to be paid in one lump sum.
- There are up to two scholarships available.
Student type
Current Students
Eligibility
This scholarship is open to applicants who meet all of the following criteria:
- Commenced current ACU course in 2023 or prior
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students (Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required)
- Course: any ACU undergraduate degree
- Enrolled in any unit of study offered at the University’s Rome Campus during the Mid Semester period (June/July)
Application process
Applicants will be required to provide the following as part of the application:
- A written statement of approximately 250 words outlining why attending this unit in Rome is important for your education.
- Upload Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status (for more information on this requirement, please visit COA)
If you would like assistance with completing your application, please contact your local Indigenous Higher Education Unit.
Selection criteria
Applications are assessed on the strength of the written statement.
Selection process
Applicants will be shortlisted by the Scholarships Office, and the recipient will be selected by a committee comprised of the Director, First Peoples Directorate, the Pro Vice-Chancellor Global and Education Pathways, and an Aboriginal Elder or Indigenous Academic as nominated by the Director of First Peoples Directorate.
Other
- Recipients will be requested to submit an Impact Statement for the donor explaining how the scholarship has assisted them. This should be submitted to the ACU Scholarships Office no later than 1 October in the year the scholarship is awarded.
- Students may be required to participate in a program managed by the Australian Embassy to the Holy See, including visits to key destinations associated with Francis Xavier Conaci and participation in an award ceremony.
- Students may be required to engage with media and news organisations to support the promotion of the scholarship.
Francis Xavier Conaci Scholarship
About this scholarship
Established in 2016 by ACU Vice Chancellor, this scholarship honours Francis Xavier Conaci, a young Aboriginal scholar who joined the Benedictines and travelled to Rome for his education. This scholarship will assist an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander ACU undertake study at the University's Rome campus.
Scholarship type
Merit
Value
- This scholarship is valued at $4,000, to be paid in one lump sum.
- There are up to two scholarships available.
Student type
Current Students
Eligibility
This scholarship is open to applicants who meet all of the following criteria:
- Commenced current ACU course in 2023 or prior
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students (Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required)
- Course: any ACU undergraduate degree
- Enrolled in any unit of study offered at the University’s Rome Campus during the Mid Semester period (June/July)
Application process
Applicants will be required to provide the following as part of the application:
- A written statement of approximately 250 words outlining why attending this unit in Rome is important for your education.
- Upload Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status (for more information on this requirement, please visit COA)
If you would like assistance with completing your application, please contact your local Indigenous Higher Education Unit.
Selection criteria
Applications are assessed on the strength of the written statement.
Selection process
Applicants will be shortlisted by the Scholarships Office, and the recipient will be selected by a committee comprised of the Director, First Peoples Directorate, the Pro Vice-Chancellor Global and Education Pathways, and an Aboriginal Elder or Indigenous Academic as nominated by the Director of First Peoples Directorate.
Other
- Recipients will be requested to submit an Impact Statement for the donor explaining how the scholarship has assisted them. This should be submitted to the ACU Scholarships Office no later than 1 October in the year the scholarship is awarded.
- Students may be required to participate in a program managed by the Australian Embassy to the Holy See, including visits to key destinations associated with Francis Xavier Conaci and participation in an award ceremony.
- Students may be required to engage with media and news organisations to support the promotion of the scholarship.