Are you interested in applying for an Upskill and Invest Young Farmers Scholarship? Feeling a bit unsure of where to start? We have compiled some handy links to help you find all the information you need to put together a strong application. 

Firstly, how do the scholarships work?  

There are two key components, with a combined total of up to $10,000 available per recipient:

• up to $5000 to upskill through study or training; and
• up to $5000 to invest in applying new skills and knowledge to your business. 

It is up to you to identify what training or study you intend to undertake, and to plan how you will use the invest part of your scholarship once your training is complete. You must partake in both the Upskill and Invest elements to be eligible.  

Who can apply for the scholarships? 

For eligibility criteria and other key information see the Agriculture Victoria website.  

How have past applicants used their scholarships? 

See a list of fictional scholarship examples. You do not have to choose one of the options on this list – but it’s a good place to get some ideas! 

I’m not sure where to start with the written application?  

View some example applications to get an idea of what is expected. You can use these as a template to structure your own responses.  

What else is involved in the application process? 

Further information about the selection process can be found in the Program Guidelines. 

Ok, I think I’m ready to apply! 

You can Apply Online now. You can save each step of the application as you go, so it doesn’t need to be completed all at once. Applications are open until the 14 June 2020.  

Further Information

• All the above information and more can be found on the Ag Vic Website
• Apply now via Business Victoria