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Young Achievers Program (YAP)

Enabling bright futures from high school to university.

The Young Achievers Program (YAP) supports senior secondary students in Years 11 and 12 by offering mentorship, financial support, personal growth, and leadership opportunities. It gives them the tools and support to achieve their academic and career goals.

Young Achievers receive benefits:

  • during their senior schooling (years 11 and 12)
  • if they study an undergraduate program at UQ.

Applications will open in May 2025 and are open to students starting Year 11 in 2026.

2 YAP students in great court with purple lanyards and bags.

How to apply

Learn about the eligibility criteria, key dates, required documents, and the steps you and your family will need to take throughout the application and program.

Hear from Young Achievers

Watch our 15-year celebration video to hear the stories of past Young Achievers and our key supporters. 

Benefits in years 11 and 12

The Young Achievers Program aims to support and inspire students during their senior years.

$1,000 per year

An annual bursary of $1,000 in years 11 and 12 to support academic expenses such as uniforms, books or a laptop. 

2 residential camps

Become familiar with the University, build social networks and learn about your study options during 2 on-campus experiences.

5 adjustment factors

Boost your selection rank to increase your chances of securing a place in your preferred UQ program. 

Help to apply to UQ

Receive assistance with university application procedures.

Mentoring

Access YAP mentors throughout your journey to university. 

Activities and events

Catch ups with their peers, mentors and staff through planned activities and celebrations. 

Benefits while at UQ

If you study an undergraduate program at UQ after high school, our program staff and mentors will continue to provide ongoing support and connect you to other UQ services.

Up to $7,000 per year

Scholarship support for up to 4 years if you enrol in a UQ undergraduate program after completing Year 12.

Catch-ups and events

Meet fellow Young Achievers and access tailored programs and activities, including an orientation event, semester celebration catch-ups and Young Achievers Graduation Ball. 

Accommodation support and grants

Young Achievers can apply for on-campus accommodation scholarships and grants.

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What's involved

The Young Achievers Program requires the support and commitment of your parents or guardians, and your school.

Read what to expect

Giving back

We aim to equip students with the skills, knowledge and confidence to reach their potential and make a difference, for their families, schools and communities. 

4 students stand with their community ventures posters

Community Venture Project

Each year, Young Achievers embark on a project designed to make a positive impact on their school or local community. Students choose their own project, developing and showcasing it through a poster that highlights their impact, learnings and skills they’ve gained. Throughout the process, students receive ongoing support and guidance.

YAP student mentor sitting with student

Mentoring

Our mentors are current university students who support Young Achievers through their senior years. Many mentors are former Young Achievers themselves. They take pride in giving back by sharing their experiences and inspiring current program participants. Their work also contributes to the UQ Employability Award.

Profile of YAP recipient Tabitha

My experience with the program is one of lasting friendships, a sense of community, and growing self-assurance, not to mention instrumental financial support and an accommodation scholarship. The program has given me the means and confidence to move from a small country town to UQ in pursuit of my interests in anthropology and the social sciences.

Tabitha
Bachelor of Arts/Social Science

Contact us

For more information email us at youngachievers@uq.edu.au or call 07 3346 0005.