Competition Subsidy

Eligibility

To be eligible for the UQ Sport Competition Subsidy applicants must be:

1. Currently enrolled and studying at UQ as a domestic student,
2. Have confirmation of selection and competition at a recognised event in one of the three performance categories listed,
3. Do not have outstanding UQ Club or UQ Sport membership fees,
4. Have completed all application requirements,
5. Submit the application on their own behalf with payment details matching the UQ student-athlete applicant. Applications cannot be received by a third party e.g. a parent, club, team, event or organisation,
6. Submit the application within 30 days post-event. Applications received outside of this timeframe will not be considered.

What can be funded?

The UQ Sport Competition Subsidy assists with out-of-pocket competition costs directly associated with the eligible sporting event. These can include the following:

• Flights and ground transport to and from the eligible event,
• Accommodation at the eligible event,
• Competition registration fees,
• Event specific uniforms,
• Other eligible items as determined by UQ Sport at its absolute discretion.

Out-of-pocket competition costs are costs directly associated with the nominated sporting event less other competition subsidies and event prize money the UQ student-athlete may have received for this event e.g. other sporting grants or subsidies.

The total subsidy will not exceed the performance category or annual limits.

Application for the UQ Sport Competition Subsidy does not guarantee subsidy funding.

In cases where the number of applications exceeds the UQ Sport Competition Subsidy budget, eligible UQ student-athletes may receive a lower percentage of their out-of-pocket competition costs and in extreme cases, some eligible UQ student-athletes may not receive any subsidy.

A subsidy will only be approved post-event.

What are your obligations?

• Submit a signed and completed application using the application form within 30 days post-event.
• Submit written confirmation of selection from the relevant state or national sporting organisation that clearly states the event details, team and relevant competition costs and is signed by the authorised manager, head coach or selection committee member.
• Requests by UQ Sport for additional supporting documentation must be supplied within the specified deadline as outlined by UQ Sport. Failure to respond within the specified deadline will result in your application not proceeding. Successful applicants will be required to sign and return a Subsidy Agreement prior to receiving funds. 
• Submit copies of supporting documentation of competition costs e.g. invoices and receipts showing the UQ student-athletes’ name.