Student support raised with more scholarships, allowances

Fiji’s government has ramped up support for tertiary students with a record FJ$153 million (US$68 million) scholarship allocation, higher living allowances and special equity-based support for vulnerable youth, Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad announced last week, reports Cheerieann Wilson for The Fiji Times.

Presenting the 2025-26 National Budget, Prasad said the scholarship funding would support 24,653 students, marking the highest number in Fiji’s history to study under fully funded government scholarships. “We are removing financial burdens and giving our young people every opportunity to succeed,” he said.

Allowance rates for all scholarship categories have been increased. High achievers on local merit-based schemes will now receive FJ$7,600 (US$3,400) annually, up from FJ$6,800. Students with disabilities will receive FJ$8,600. New equity allowances of FJ$1,000 are also being introduced for students from low-income households with deceased parents.
Full report on The Fiji Times site