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The Queensland Commitment

Opportunity for all.

We believe that education and opportunity must be available for all Queenslanders.

Launched in 2022, The Queensland Commitment is a pledge to break down barriers to education and build a brighter future for the state by 2032.  

This comprehensive and ambitious initiative will deliver evidence-based strategies to build aspiration, grow pathways to higher education and support student success.  

Together, we will strive for equitable access to education and deliver transformative change across the state. 

The Queensland Commitment Roadmap

This roadmap features 58 strategic actions that UQ will implement to ensure more equitable access to education by 2032. 

Our work aligns with the Australian Universities Accord and its vision for transformative reform in our sector. 

Read about the Roadmap
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Community driven 

There’s no substitute for local knowledge, expertise and experience.  

We want to understand your community’s needs, amplify your voice and work together to address educational disadvantage. 

Learn about getting involved
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Partner to make a difference

Connect with our team to learn about how you, your community or your organisation can partner with UQ to deliver positive change by 2032. 

Give to The Queensland Commitment

Help support the next generation of Queenslanders through the gift of education.  

Our community of supporters

Thank you to those who have already partnered with us to support The Queensland Commitment.

$22M raised

Gifts committed for The Queensland Commitment to date.

1,600 donors

Community members have partnered with us to support this program.

65 new scholarships

To support underrepresented students to study at UQ.  

Meet an expert

Professor Mark Western

The Queensland Commitment is underpinned by real-time research expertise. 

Professor Western is Research Director, The Queensland Commitment, UQ, and Professor of Sociology in the Centre for Policy Futures in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Read more about Mark Western
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Paths to UQ

Discover scholarship programs and experiences to support students from rural and underrepresented communities.

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Young Achievers Program

Motivated high-school students may be able to access mentoring, financial support and ATAR adjustments.
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Scholarships

Not just for ultra-high achievers, our scholarships can give you the support you need to live and study at UQ.
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InspireU

A program for Indigenous high school students to further their studies at university and broaden their career possibilities.