The AFMA Women in Financial Markets Scholarship in Australia 2026

The AFMA Women in Financial Markets Scholarship is to fund female-identifying continuing students studying Bachelor of Applied Finance and/or Bachelor of Commerce including any double degrees based on academic excellence. The scholarship is offered to two recipients per year and is valued at $10,000 (split across two sessions). 

AFMA are committed to fostering awareness and understanding among university students of the opportunities offered across Australia’s financial markets. Through a combination of scholarships and direct engagement, they strive to inform and inspire tertiary students to learn about the industry, the fulfilling career opportunities that are available in financial markets and the positive contribution that financial markets make to the broader economy. Recipients may be afforded the opportunity to experience aspects of working with an AFMA member to gain relevant industry experience.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineFebruary 15, 2026
• Value$10,000
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorMacquarie University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• $10,000 one off.

Requirements

• Be a continuing student studying Bachelor of Applied Finance and/or Bachelor of Commerce including any double degrees as of Session 1 2025.
• Be a female-identifying student.
• Be a full-time student.
• Demonstrated record of high academic achievement (Minimum WAM of 75).
• Can demonstrate the ability to work hard to achieve their goals.

Selection Process

Successful applicant will be selected based on:

• Evaluation of answers to online application questions

Check also:
2025 Faculty of Engineering International Tuition Fee Research Scholarship at The University of Sydney Australia

Application Deadline

February 15, 2026

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to Macquarie University on it-mqu.formstack.com to apply

• Application for this scholarship can be made by completing the online Macquarie University Scholarship Application form. 

For more information, kindly visit Macquarie University scholarship webpage.