Applications to 2022 Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarships program now open

Twenty scholarships worth $2000 each are available to students undertaking tertiary study in 2022 to help cover the cost of study-related expenses such as the purchase of textbooks, equipment or for student accommodation.

Newly re-elected mayor Ryan Palmer said the scholarship program, funded through the support of 16 businesses and organisations, has provided a financial boost to more than 150 students since it began more than a decade ago.

"Whether it's paying for textbooks, buying a laptop or helping with living costs - we know these scholarships go a long way towards helping students pursue their passions and achieve their goals through further education," Cr Palmer said.

"If you're a resident of Port Stephens and you're starting university or TAFE this year, I'd encourage you to apply for a scholarship and give yourself a head start in your academic career.

"These scholarships wouldn't be possible without the generous support of local businesses, so I want to thank all of our amazing sponsors - many of which have been with us since the start - for recognising the value of investing in this program despite the current challenges businesses are facing with COVID-19."

Scholarship program supporters include: Ampcontrol, Business Port Stephens, Club Lemon Tree, Destination Port Stephens, Hunter Land, Hunter Readymixed Concrete, McDonald Jones Homes, MOJO Homes, Newcastle Airport, Raymond Terrace Bowling Club, Salamander Bay Recycling, Soldiers Point Bowling Club, SUEZ Recycling & Recovery, The Wests Group, Tomago Aluminium and Weathertex.

Applications for the 2022 Mayoral Academic Scholarships close on Monday, January 31.

For more information and to apply go to portstephens.nsw.gov.au.

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