Action description:
From 2021, all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who live in regional and remote Australia are guaranteed a Commonwealth supported place at a university of their choice, when accepted into their chosen course of study. An eligible university place is a non-designated, bachelor level course at an Australian public university.
Outcome:
Outcome 06
Status:
Existing
Is this Indigenous specific?:
Yes
Indicators:
Higher education application, offers and acceptance rates (by gender and SES and ATAR levels)
Responsible Ministers:
Minister for Education
Resourcing:
$17.1 million (2020-21 to 2023-24) in funding - targeted funding for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Delivery timeframe:
Ongoing
Agency:
Department of Education