For students who are moving to Melbourne to study at RMIT Bundoora; provides a rental subsidy worth up to $7,000 at UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House.
Applications for Semester 1, 2025 open 1 August 2024
In 2025 the UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora Walert House Accommodation Scholarship* will be paid in the form of a rental subsidy for one bedroom in a four bedroom apartment at UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House.
| Scholarship type | Scholarship value | Student contribution (total) | Student contribution (weekly) |
| Full year (46 weeks) | $7,000 | $4,086.18 | $88.83 |
| Single semester (23 weeks) | $3,500 | $2,043.09 |
$88.83 |
*The value and duration of the scholarship for 2025 is still to be confirmed, and the above may be subject to changes.
To be eligible for this scholarship you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident or a permanent humanitarian visa holder
- be from an interstate or rural/regional area and moving/moved to Melbourne to study at the RMIT Bundoora campus in semester 1 2025
- be enrolling full-time in semester 1 2025 in a certificate IV, diploma, undergraduate degree or postgraduate by coursework program at RMIT
- not already be committed to a student accommodation provider under a lease agreement in semester 1 2025
- be able to demonstrate circumstance/s which impact your ability to study such as:
- receiving a government tested low income benefit or having a Centrelink Health Care Card
- living with a disability, long-term medical condition or identify as neurodiverse
- experiencing personal/family/social difficulties
- have previously/are currently living in foster/kinship care or are a ward of the state
- be from an under-represented background such as
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- were born overseas, are from a non-English background and recently migrated to Australia
- current or former refugee
- completed secondary school at a School Network Access Program school
- have not previously commenced or completed a program at the same level of study or higher.
If you are a certificate IV or diploma student you must:
- have a government-subsidised place
- not be enrolled in an apprenticeship or traineeship program.
Preference will be given to students commencing a program at RMIT for the first time. If there are no suitable candidates, the scholarship may be offered to an existing student in need of accommodation.
It is preferred that you apply direct to RMIT for this scholarship.
Direct to RMIT applications
The online application form will be made available here when applications open.
VTAC applications
Apply online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) website (www.vtac.edu.au).
Supporting documentation
Depending on your circumstances, you will need to provide different types of evidence and material to support your scholarship application. Applications without supporting documents will not be considered.
Please visit Supporting Your Application for more information.
Find out more about applying for scholarships.
Applications for Semester 1, 2025 open 1 August 2024.
Applications for Semester 1, 2025 open 1 August 2024.
View the Coursework Scholarships Office’s terms and conditions (PDF, 698KB).
Additional charges
Students will be required to pay a security deposit ($964*, 2024 rate) to UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House prior to moving in. This will be refunded to students at the end of the contract following an apartment inspection and clearance of all relevant payments to UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House.
Students are required to abide by all Rules of Residency as outlined in the handbook, which you will receive upon confirmation of your place at UniLodge.
*The value of the scholarship for 2025 is still to be confirmed, and the above may be subject to change.
UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House is located on the Bundoora West Campus and is a short walk to East Campus. Students can easily stroll to classes – no need to drive or catch public transport! The 86 tram line is located on the doorstep. Thomastown train station is accessible by bus, easily connecting you to the Melbourne CBD and surrounding suburbs. University Hill Town Centre is a few minutes' walk away and has over 100 international and national brands, takeaway food vendors and cafes. Mimosa Park is a 10 minute stroll away – perfect for relaxing with friends or enjoying the serenity as you catch up on your favourite book.
Apartments are fully equipped with modern kitchen, lounge chair/sofa, comfortable beds, wardrobes, large study desks with chair and lamp, bookshelves, TV, data ports, blinds and modern bathrooms. UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora have linen and kitchen kits available for purchase.
Residential advisors are on campus and available 24/7.
Visit UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House for more information.
Quotes from past recipients:
'Getting the scholarship meant that I wouldn't have to worry about finding somewhere to live in Melbourne/surrounding suburbs. As a student from regional Victoria, it took a huge burden off me as someone who was moving away from their family. Being on campus also helped me overcome my nerves and get to my classes easier, as I was a five-minute walk away. As a result, I'd like to think that my grades have benefited.' - 2022 recipient
Find out how to contact the Coursework Scholarships Office.
Notice to applicants
The scholarship application process is highly competitive with a limited number of scholarships available. Unfortunately, not all eligible applicants will receive one.
Only successful candidates will be notified via email to their RMIT student account.
For information about other financial assistance available to RMIT students, please speak to one of our Student Welfare Advisors.
