Call for Submissions: 2025 HEPPP and Regional Funding

We are pleased to announce the call for submissions for the 2025 Higher Education Participation and Partnerships Program (HEPPP) and Regional Funding Program. The funding supports innovative equity and widening participation projects, particularly those targeting the pre-access and access phases, to increase higher education participation for students from Low Socioeconomic Status (LSES) backgrounds, regional and remote areas, and First Nations students.

Key focus areas

  • Pre-Access: Initiatives that aim to increase the number of students from under-served communities considering and preparing for higher education
  • Access: Initiatives that facilitate entry and enrolment into higher education
  • Alignment with ACU’s VISION 2033 and ACU’s Widening Participation Plan 2023-2033
  • Regional: Advancement of student-facing activities on regional campuses

Who should apply?

Submissions are encouraged from all portfolios, faculties, and work areas. Collaborative projects are highly valued.

Important dates

  • Submission deadline: 15 September 2024
  • Panel discussions: 26 September 2024
  • Outcome notification: 15 October 2024

How to apply

Please refer to the 2025 HEPPP Funding Project Application Form for detailed guidelines and submission requirements. Ensure your proposal clearly defines institutional outcomes, measurable impacts, and alignment with ACU’s Vision 2033 strategic priorities.

We look forward to receiving your proposals, which will help ACU community drive meaningful change and enable all students to realise their potential.


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