Cycling - Scholarships
Australian Sports Commission
Aspiring athletes are required to apply through their respective state national training centre program based at each state institute or academy of sport (SIS/SAS). Queries can also be directed to the AIS Cycling Program Coordinator. Successful applicants need to have an outstanding record of achievements at the state or national level, and be assessed as having the potential to compete successfully at an international level.
Road Scholarships run from 1 January to 31 December and Track Scholarships run from 1 May to 30 April. Applications are called for in November (for Road) and March (for Track) of each year from each SIS/SAS.
AIS athletes are provided with professional coaching, access to training facilities, equipment, clothing, sports science and sports medicine, domestic and international travel, accommodation, food and some assistance towards educational expenses. All athletes are encouraged and supported to pursue study while training and competing in their sport.