Question 1

Who is classified as a direct descendant?

Accepted Answer

A direct descendant is a child, grandchild, great-grandchild or legally adopted child of an Australian or allied veteran. You can search for an Australian veteran on the Australian War Memorial website.

Question 2

When will I find out if my application was successful?

Accepted Answer

Central Coast NSW Legacy will review your application shortly after you submit. To align with TAFE, university and private college intakes, we aim to advise successful applicants prior to the beginning of the academic year.

Question 3

Is there an opening and/or closing date to apply?

Accepted Answer

Applications for our scholarships are open from October to mid-January

Question 4

How many scholarships are available?

Accepted Answer

There is no limit on how many scholarships are awarded each year.

Question 5

Do my high school results affect my application?

Accepted Answer

All applicants will be accessed with consideration of both academic history and financial need.

Question 6

I am eligible if I choose to study online?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you choose to study online, please let us know in your application.

Question 7

If my application is successful, can I defer my study?

Accepted Answer

If your application is successful and you are considering deferring your studies, please contact us at legacy@cclegacy.com.au.(mailto:legacy@cclegacy.com.au) Requests to defer study will be considered on a case by case basis.

Question 8

What if I need to make changes to my application after I’ve submitted it?

Accepted Answer

We ask that you review your application carefully before submitting. If you need to make changes after you’ve submitted your application, contact us at legacy@cclegacy.com.au (mailto:legacy@cclegacy.com.au)and we will consider your requested changes.

Question 9

Can I submit multiple applications?

Accepted Answer

We ask that you submit one application per scholarship opportunity, per calendar year. If your first application is unsuccessful in the first year, you’re welcome to apply again the following year.

Question 10

What makes an application successful?

Accepted Answer

The judges are looking for applications that express a genuine commitment to their chosen study.

Question 11

Can I apply for both scholarship opportunities?

Accepted Answer

If you are eligible to apply, you may submit an application for both scholarship opportunities. If your application is successful, only one (1) type of scholarship will be awarded.

Question 12

If my application is unsuccessful, can I submit another application? If so, when?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if your application is unsuccessful, you’re welcome to submit another application for study in the next educational year.

Question 13

I’m over 25, am I still eligible to apply?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you’re over 25 you’re still welcome to apply. Although the eligibility states that you must be under the age of 25, we will consider applications from mature age students.

Question 14

What documents will I need to submit to prove my financial disadvantage?

Accepted Answer

You will be asked to provide the following documents or to describe your financial situation if such documents cannot be provided. 
 • A current payment summary 
 • Current bank statements for the past three (3) months 
 • Copies of two (2) recent pay slips (if working) 
 • Parents payment summary (if applicable)

Question 15

What documents will I need to submit to prove I am a direct descendant of a veteran?

Accepted Answer

You will be asked to provide a copy of the veteran's official Discharge Certificate or the name, service number, rank and unit of the family member who served as a member of the Australian Army, Navy or Air Force if a certificate cannot be provided.

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Who is classified as a direct descendant?

When will I find out if my application was successful?

Is there an opening and/or closing date to apply?

How many scholarships are available?

Do my high school results affect my application?

I am eligible if I choose to study online?

If my application is successful, can I defer my study?

What if I need to make changes to my application after I’ve submitted it?

Can I submit multiple applications?

What makes an application successful?

Can I apply for both scholarship opportunities?

If my application is unsuccessful, can I submit another application? If so, when?

I’m over 25, am I still eligible to apply?

What documents will I need to submit to prove my financial disadvantage?

What documents will I need to submit to prove I am a direct descendant of a veteran?

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