NSW Department of Education

Psychology Graduate Scholarship Program (School Psychologist)

This scholarship supports psychology graduates undertaking the Master of Professional Psychology (School Psychology) at Charles Sturt University. Recipients receive full tuition and supervision fee coverage, along with various financial allowances, in exchange for a commitment to work as a permanent full-time school psychologist in NSW public schools for at least three years.

Award

All tuition and supervision fees + up to $15,500 in allowances

Deadline

July 3 (annually)

Level

Graduate

Status

Usually due July 3 – next cycle expected

Psychology

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Application effort
Medium (transcript, interview)
Who can apply
Graduate students

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Who is eligible

  • Have completed or will be completing a 4-year sequence of APAC accredited psychology studies by the end of 2026
  • Eligible to apply for the Master of Professional Psychology (School Psychology)
  • Must have achieved a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of no less than 75
  • Must agree to sign a scholarship agreement committing to work as a permanent full-time school psychologist in a NSW public school for a minimum of 3 years upon completion of studies
  • Must attain and maintain General Registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia

What you'll need

  • Completed interactive PDF application form
  • Academic record/transcripts to date
  • Primary referee supporting statement completed by a current workplace supervisor (within the last 12 months), school principal, or thesis supervisor
  • Participation in an online live assessment via Microsoft Teams if shortlisted
  • Must meet Charles Sturt University's admission requirements (evaluated through interview, referee reports, and academic review)

How to apply

  • Access the 'Apply now' button on the official School Counselling Service Scholarships webpage during the application period (25 May 2026 to 3 July 2026)
  • Complete and submit the interactive PDF application form along with academic records and the primary referee statement
  • Attend the online live assessment if invited after the shortlisting phase
  • Apply for the Master of Professional Psychology (School Psychology) at Charles Sturt University upon invitation in Term 3, 2026
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Sources & verification

Official listing:
https://education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/careers-at-education/school-counselling-service/school-counselling-service-scholarships-and-sponsorships
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