The APSI have a number of scholarships available to APSI members and also local community groups. The scholarship programs are initiatives to encourage attendance in Professional Development courses and support our snowsports community.

Please find information on the various scholarship opportunities below.

 

ADVANCING WOMEN IN SNOWSPORTS SCHOLARSHIP

SODERGREN SCHOLARSHIP

INTERSCHOOLS SCHOLARSHIP

 

AWS SCHOLARSHIP

The AWS Scholarship for women is designed to support and encourage women to pursue advanced levels of certification in the snowsports industry. This scholarship will provide financial assistance to deserving women who have demonstrated leadership qualities and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. By supporting women to advance in their careers, the AWS Scholarship for women will help to build a more diverse and inclusive snowsports community.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

• Up to one first attendance (full) exam scholarships
• Up to two resit scholarships. (scholarships apply to all remaining resit components.) 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a current financial member
• Be currently working as a ski or snowboard instructor in an Australian Snowsports School.
• Have achieved a minimum of
  • level 3 certification in Alpine to apply for the scholarship in Alpine
  • level 2 certification in Adaptive, Cross-country, Snowboard or Telemark to apply for the scholarship in these disciplines
• Demonstrate attributes of a role model within the APSI and snowsports industry.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ASSESSED ON THE FOLLOWING

The selection committee (AWS Chairperson, General Manager and a Member of the Board) will review the applications and select the scholarship recipients based on the following criteria: 

• Demonstrated passion for snowsports and education.
• Professionalism
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within snowsports
• Commitment to personal and professional development and training
• Overall application quality and presentation

TERMS

• Scholarships can only be used at the Australian end of season exams.
• Scholarships are valid for the calendar year they are awarded. 
• There are no limits on the number of times/years that a candidate can apply for this scholarship.
• Applications for the year close 30 July.
• Scholarship recipients will be notified by email or phone by 15th August. If an applicant has already registered/paid for an exam and is awarded the scholarship, then a refund of the exam fees will be granted.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must submit the following materials to AWS (aws@apsi.net.au) by 30 July: 

1. A completed AWS Scholarship application form.  
2. A professional resume or curriculum vitae that highlights relevant work experience, volunteer experience, and leadership roles within the snowsports industry.
3. A letter of recommendation from a current or former employer, supervisor, colleague, or mentor within the snowsports industry. 

Those shortlisted must be available to attend a short interview with the selection panel prior to any scholarship being awarded.

APPLICATIONS FOR 2023 AWS SCHOLARSHIP HAVE CLOSED

 

ONE SCHOLARSHIP IS OFFERED IN EACH OF THE FOLLOWING DISCIPLINES: 

• Alpine
• Snowboard
• Other (nordic, telemark, adaptive)

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ASSESSED ON THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

• Commitment to education, training and accreditation
• Professionalism
• Contribution and service provided to the industry
• Future direction and commitment to the industry

We understand that the traditional written application process, while great for many, does not showcase everyone's true talents and abilities. We will still accept written applications, however we also accept video applications for applicants to show why they should be awarded a scholarship and how they will use this opportunity to further their snowsport career.

ELIGIBILITY & IMPORTANT INFORMATION 

• Applicants must be a current financial member
• Members may only apply for the Sodergren Scholarship in one discipline
• For your application to be considered for the upcoming winter season, applications must be received by April 30
• The decision of the board of management is final and no correspondence will be entered into
• The successful applicants will be notified by the beginning of the winter season, the scholarship is current for that season only
• Applicants will be awarded marks out of five (5) based on each of the selection criterion, for a total of 20 marks
• The top 25% of applicants will be short-listed, following which we will contact referees and snowsport schools for a reference

HOW TO APPLY

You will have to be a current financial member to view and submit an application. Please log into your MyAPSI account to access the application form. If you have any questions or concerns then please email the APSI office: apsi@apsi.net.au

 

Applications for the 2023 Sodergren Scholarship are now closed.

INTERSCHOOLS SCHOLARSHIP

The Interschools Scholarship is offered to Australian students over 16 participating in the Interschools snowsport program. The scholarship fosters potential new snowsport instructors by offering the opportunity to attend a level one course and exam free of charge. The successful applicants will be notified by phone/email.

Two scholarships will be offered based on the applicant's location:

• • One scholarship for applicants from ACT, NSW or QLD
• • One scholarship for applicants from VIC, SA or TAS

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WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE INTERSCHOOLS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS FOR 2021 ARE: 

• Georgia Brose

• Arabella Green

GEORGIA BROSE

“I would like to become an instructor because I enjoy working with people and it is fulfilling seeing people's confidence grow as they learn more skills and can undertake new challenges on the snow. In particular, it is rewarding to work with and provide opportunities for DWA athletes to feel successful. My goal would be to specialise in working with DWA athletes and watching them reach their full potential.”

ARABELLA GREEN

“I would love to be able to teach people and introduce them to a sport I love so that they can also share the passion I have for skiing. Being able to be the person that influences their first smile whilst skiing would be incredible. This scholarship would be the first step to achieving this dream as it provides the fundamental experience that will lead me to be able to become an instructor.“