Elite Athlete Program

Elite Athlete: an Elite Athlete is defined as someone who has been identified as elite by one of the following organisations:

• Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) State and Territory institutes or academies of sport (e.g. NSWIS)
• AFL Players’ Association
• Australian Cricketers’ Association
• Rugby Union Players’ Association
• Rugby League Professionals’ Association
• Australian Professional Footballers Association
• Australian Basketballers Association
• National senior squad members from Sport Australia funded sports
• If an athlete falls outside of these organisations they may submit an application for consideration by the University.

Elite Performer: An Elite Performer is defined as someone who participates in significant state, national or international performances, productions, installations, competitions or events such as those affiliated with, but not limited to:

• Orchestra
• Opera
• Music
• Dance
• Theatre
• Film
• Television

Students must complete and submit an online application direct to the Elite Athlete and Performer Coordinators. In this application, you will need to provide supporting documentation from your national or state high performance unit or coach as evidence of your sporting endeavours to be considered for this program:

• Elite Athletes Application Form
• Elite Performers Application Form

Student Athletes are able to apply for once off additional funding of up to $500 to assist with travel and accommodation when competing at elite sporting event. NB: or up to $1000 if selected in a World University Games or Championship Team). This financial assistance will be given at the discretion of the university upon application with supporting documentation of approaching competition.

UniSport Australia Nationals Subsidies

Elite Athletes or Performers may be entitled to subsidised fees for representing SCU at national and international events endorsed by UniSport Australia.

Important points before applying for the Elite Athlete and Performer Program financial support:

• Have confirmation of your Elite Athlete status in SCU’s Elite Athlete Program.
• Ensure that you have all supporting documentation including, letter of selection, competition/event details, indication of any player levy/cost associated with being part of this team.
• Are willing to provide a high quality photo that SCU may use for promotional purposes.

SCU Gym Scholarship

12 month Gym Scholarship to the University’s Fitness Centre “SCU Fitness for U” (Lismore and Coffs Harbour campuses only)