Balkan Australian Education AllianceScholarship Fund

Scholarships for 2027

Helping NSW primary school students with the cost of their education

The BAEA Scholarship Fund pays school fees for primary school students across New South Wales. Families apply on behalf of their child, and a volunteer panel chooses recipients on merit and need.

Applications for 2027 scholarships open on Thursday 17 December 2026.

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What we offer

Up to 2 scholarships a year

Each scholarship is worth up to $50,000 for one school year, depending on funds raised. It is paid directly to the student's school.

Who can apply

Primary students across NSW

Students enrolled at, or offered a place at, a primary school in New South Wales for 2027, who are Australian citizens or permanent residents.

How we choose

Merit and need

Applications are scored against published criteria by our Fund Management Committee. Financial need is the largest single factor.

Key dates

Applications openThursday 17 December 2026
Applications closeSunday 3 January 2027at 11:59pm Sydney time
Families notified bySaturday 9 January 2027

Open to every family in NSW

BAEA was founded by members of Sydney's Balkan community who wanted to give back through education. The scholarship is open to students from every background across New South Wales. You do not need any connection to the Balkan community to apply.

Read the full eligibility and selection criteria or learn more about BAEA.