Student science and international competitions Sponsorship

STEM learning into actionThe Australian Government’s is offering on-going Sponsorship Grants for Student Science Engagement and International Competitions.

The program provides organisations with grants of between $1,000 to $20,000 to sponsor eligible students to participate in conferences, competitions and other science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) related events.

There is a total funding pool of:

  • $1 million per year for student participation in STEM engagement activities and events that take place in Australia or overseas.
  • $600,000 per year for student participation in international STEM competitions taking place outside Australia.

The minimum grant amount per application is $1,000.

The maximum grant amount per student is:

  • $1,500 for STEM events or activities occurring within Australia
  • $5,000 for international STEM events or activities.

The maximum grant amount per application is $20,000.

To be eligible a sponsor organisation must apply on behalf of a student or group of students.

For more information please go to business.gov.au