The Minns Labor Government has announced that applications for the next round of the Tertiary Health Study Subsidies Program will open on 14 January. The program offers up to $12,000 in financial support for students enrolled in healthcare degrees in New South Wales.

In 2025, support will be available for up to 850 nursing students, 400 medical students, and 150 midwifery students. Minister for Health, Ryan Park, expressed his excitement for the continued initiative.

“More than 3,900 students across NSW have already benefited from the Government’s $120 million investment in tertiary health study subsidies,” says Park. 

“I am so pleased that even more students across the state will continue to benefit from this important initiative, which is helping to ease the financial burden on those starting a career in health.”

The Minns Labor Government is investing $121.9 million over five years in the program. 

Successful applicants beginning their degrees will receive $4,000 per year over three years. Additionally, existing students will receive a one-off payment of $8,000 upon securing employment with NSW Health.

Aimee Long, a past recipient and current medical student, shared how the subsidy has helped her.

“Receiving the Tertiary Health Study Subsidy allowed me to become part of Australia’s largest health system. Being in medicine is quite an expensive undertaking, so it helps me afford necessary resources, whether for university or beyond,” says Long.

To be eligible, students must commit to working in the NSW public health system for at least five years. A limited number of subsidies are available, and applications will remain open until all funds are awarded.

Subsidies are also available for students pursuing degrees in paramedicine, Aboriginal health, dentistry, oral health therapy, and various allied health professions, including psychology, pharmacy, dietetics, and nuclear medicine.

For a full list of eligible workforce groups and locations, visit the NSW Health website here.