The UQ Sport Competition Subsidy provides funding to assist student athletes at UQ with out-of-pocket competition costs to compete at eligible national and international sporting events. This program is funded through Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF) and is administered by UQ Sport.
Please read the UQ Sport Competition Subsidy Guidelines and eligibility criteria before you submit your application.
Subsidy period: 1 January to 31 December
Please note that we are currently prioritising applications for student athletes who fall into Performance Category 1. We will review all Performance Category 2 applications at the end of 2024, which will be subject to available funds.
UQ Sport Elite Athletes
The University of Queensland,
Sir William MacGregor Dr,
St Lucia, Qld 4067
UQ Sport Competition Subsidy Overview
Application Check-List
To be eligible for the UQ Sport Competition Subsidy applicants must be:
- Currently enrolled and studying at UQ as a domestic SSAF paying student during the relevant study period of your application.
- Applying within 30 days post event. Applications outside of this timeframe will not be considered.
- Claiming costs incurred directly to you for:
- Flights/ground transport
- Accommodation
- Competition registration fees
- Uniform that is essential to competing
- Not previously reached your total competition subsidy annual limit of $1500
Requirements
- Itemised invoices and payment receipts in your name as the student-athlete
- Supporting documentation that confirms your selection into a National or International level competition (please refer to the Performance Categories below)
- No outstanding UQ Club or UQ Sport membership fees
Subsidy Value
The UQ Sport Competition Subsidy can provide a percentage of eligible out-of-pocket expenses, at 2 performance categories, up to an annual limit of $1,500.
| Performance Category | Performance Level | Performance Category Limit | Annual Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UQ student-athlete as: a. Australian team member; and 1. Competing at an Olympic Games, Paralympic Games, World Championships, World Cup, World University Games or significant international competition. | Up to $1,500 | $1,500 |
| 2 | UQ student-athlete as: a. Australian team member; or b. Queensland, or other state or territory of Australia team member; and 1. Competing at a regional international competition e.g. Oceania, Trans-Tasman, Asia-Pacific; or 2. Competing at an Australian national championships (not including University Games/UniNationals). | Up to $1,000 | $1,500 |
Additional Information
- Applications cannot be received by a third party. All payment details must match and be incurred by the student athlete. Expenses for family members, teammates, coaches or other parties attending the event will not be covered.
- UQ Sport has the absolute discretion to determine all Competition Subsidy applications. All assessment decisions are final and no appeal regarding a decision will be entered.
- Requests by UQ Sport for additional supporting documentation must be supplied by the provided deadline as outlined by UQ Sport. Failure to respond within the specified timeframe will result in your application not proceeding.
For further information please refer to the UQ Sport Competition Subsidy Program Guidelines.