The University of Queensland (UQ) has announced its 2025 UQ Venture Scholarships. These awards are designed to support students from any field who want to start or grow a business. Whether you are working on your first model, expanding a startup, or developing a new idea, this program aims to help you succeed without having to choose between your studies and your business.
What Are UQ Venture Scholarships?
These scholarships go beyond just offering money. They show UQ’s dedication to helping students who want to lead with purpose, solve challenges, and make a difference. Backed by generous donors and connected with UQ’s Venture programs, recipients will receive:
- Financial help for several years
- Guidance from successful entrepreneurs
- Access to core UQ Ventures programs like Curiosity, Validate, Hustle, ilab, and Startup AdVentures
- Opportunities to connect with other founders, investors, and startup groups
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Scholarships Available in 2025
Here are the three main scholarships open for applications:
- Madison Group Tech Entrepreneurship Scholarship
This scholarship is for students studying engineering, IT, or computer science. It supports those working on new technologies. It is funded by Madison Group Enterprises, which specializes in connectivity and communications.
Value: $10,000 each year
Duration: Up to 4 years (total of $40,000)
- Carl Hartmann Scholarship for Future Entrepreneurs
Founded by UQ alumni and startup founder Carl Hartmann, this award helps students from tough backgrounds who are eager to build businesses.
Value: $4,500 annually
Duration: Up to 4 years (total of $18,000)
- UQ Ventures Scholarship
Open to students from any course, this scholarship is for those studying full time while starting their own company.
Value: $5,000 each year
Duration: Up to 2 years (total of $10,000)
Why Is UQ Supporting Student Entrepreneurs?
UQ sees entrepreneurship as more than just creating companies. It’s about solving issues, making value, and leading with new ideas. These scholarships aim to remove the obstacles students face when turning ideas into real projects.
How to Apply?
You can now apply for the 2025 UQ Venture Scholarships online at https://ventures.uq.edu.au/article/2025/04/uq-venture-scholarships-fuelling-future-australian-entrepreneurship.
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