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Did you know an increasing number of students need financial support to come to UC?

UC is constantly evolving to attract a diverse range of talented students, providing first-class programs and facilities to support their journey through university. However many students struggle with the expenses associated with tertiary studies in Australia. Students from low socio-economic or Indigenous backgrounds, government schools and rural areas are most at risk of not embarking on tertiary education, and accommodation costs are a big factor for those moving away from home.

Our available funds cannot keep pace with the increasing cost of university, accommodation and wider cost-of-living pressures faced by students and their families. Our long-term aim is to have sufficient scholarship funds to enable the most deserving students to come to college regardless of their capacity to pay.

In 2026, we offered scholarships to 44 students via the UC Scholarship Program, ensuring they do not miss out on the additional supports residential colleges provide. With the expansion of University College in recent years, we are receiving a larger number of applications for financial support.

Without the generosity of our alumni and friends of the College we would not be able to support those who need our assistance. We thank all current donors and encourage anyone thinking of donating to reach out.

All financial donations go towards the UC Scholarship Program. Every contribution is appreciated, big or small, and all donations over $2 are tax deductible. 

If you would like more information about scholarship options, please contact our Fundraising and Alumni Relations Leader at advancement@unicol.unimelb.edu.au or +61 3 9349 9113.

 

Your donation can have a meaningful impact

Whether you’re a former student, a member of our community, or simply someone who believes in the power of education, we encourage you to support UC and our inspiring young people.

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Why Donate?

There are many different ways to donate

1.

Consider a major gift to our Endowment Fund. 

We have officially launched our 90th Anniversary Major Fundraising Campaign. Our primary goal is to build our endowment fund by $4 million. With your support, we will aim to offer at least ten more half scholarships each year, to ensure more financially disadvantaged students from rural Australia are given the chance to experience all that UC has to offer. Contributions may be made via capital gifts or rolling, multi-year pledges, and all donations are tax deductible.

2.

Make a donation to our annual appeal

These funds help support existing scholarships. You can make a one-off donation or a regular recurring donation. Even donating as little as $10 per month on a recurring basis will assist those students needing financial support.

3.

Leave a Bequest 

If you're not in a position to give now, you can leave a gift in your Will. This is an incredible way to ensure your legacy lives on for many generations, ensuring the doors of opportunity remain open for those students who need financial assistance to attend college. Our Bequest Program is named after Dr Georgina Sweet, and each year we run activities and events for those who have included University College in their Will, so we can thank them for their generous gift, in their lifetime. If you would like to inform us of your intention to leave a bequest to UC, you can do so via our Confirmation of Bequest Form. 

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