What the program offers
How to apply
You can apply for the Kwong Lee Dow Young program when you're in Year 10. If you're a teacher, you're also able to nominate a high-achieving student for the program.
If you're a Year 10 student
- Get your school's endorsement: this required in your application. Schools can endorse a maximum of five applicants so make sure you speak to your teachers about this early.
- Prepare and have the right information for your application, view our sample application. Take some time to think about the questions and get a teacher or parent to check over what you've written before you submit it.
- Apply online before the cut-off date of mid-October. We will ask you to tell us about yourself (i.e. your role models, goals, biggest challenge you have faced so far) and any extra-curricular activities you are involved in.
- Apply now
To find out how your application will be assessed, see How you're selected
If you're a teacher and want to nominate a student
The selection panel will consider the student's eligibility, endorsements from school, academic results within the top five per cent of your year level, and leadership potential.
In your application you'll need to demonstrate evidence of leadership, active citizenship and community involvement, such as participation in school activities, community work and cultural, environmental or sporting activities.
If you've just finished Year 12 and want to apply
If you're already an eligible Young Scholar you can apply through VTAC for a Commonwealth supported place in the relevant University of Melbourne undergraduate course.
To find out how your application will be assessed, see How you're selected
Application Dates
3 September 2018
Applications open for young scholars
15 October 2018, 11:59pm
Application deadline for students
22 October 2018
Nomination and Supporting information deadline for schools
23 November 2018
Notification to schools and students of application outcome
11 December 2018
Welcome event for young scholars