Defence Women & Non-Binary People in STEM Undergraduate Scholarships
Scholarships supporting women and non-binary people in STEM, delivered by DSTG and ATSE to boost diversity and leadership in Australia's STEM workforce.
Funder: Australia Department of Defence
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2026 (Applications open) | June 2026 (Info session) | September 2026 (Applications close) | November 2026 (Awards announced) | January 2027 (Scholarships commence)
Funding Amounts: Multiple undergraduate scholarships; typical support includes financial aid, mentoring, networking, and leadership development. Up to 500 scholarships (across all Elevate categories) will be awarded over the program's duration.
Summary: Scholarships supporting women and non-binary people in STEM, delivered by DSTG and ATSE to boost diversity and leadership in Australia's STEM workforce.
Key Information: Applications for 2027 entry will open in May 2026; eligibility is limited to domestic students identifying as women or non-binary persons enrolling in STEM degrees in Australia.
Description
The Defence Women & Non-Binary People in STEM Undergraduate Scholarships are part of the Elevate: Boosting Diversity in STEM program, a partnership between the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) and the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE). The initiative aims to address inequities in Australia's STEM workforce by providing targeted support—financial scholarships, mentoring, skill-building workshops, networking events, and ongoing support—to women and non-binary individuals pursuing undergraduate STEM studies. Recipients also gain professional development and engagement opportunities within the Department of Defence and its STEM-focused areas.
