What we offer and who can apply
Macarthur has a range of scholarships available to enrolled students who excel in academics, Sport, The Arts or service.
Students applying must fit the criteria for the scholarships and maintain their high standards during the period of the scholarship. Scholarships are granted for one academic year, but students who have previously received a scholarship are eligible to reapply.
Students should be able to demonstrate that they will uphold the ethos of the school and be prepared to promote the school through their work and appearance at school events. For further information please contact the school and speak to the Principal.
Applying for a Scholarship
Application should be made to the College, using the scholarship application form. Where possible, the applicant can supply written documentation to support their application. This application is then put through a review process, for approval by the College Council.
The closing date for applications is the end of Term 3 of the year prior to the academic year the scholarship will commence (e.g. if commencing in February 2024, then the application is to be submitted by September 2023). Successful applicants will be informed before the end of Term 4. This procedure may be adjusted at the College Council's discretion if an applicant enrols in the school during the course of the year. All scholarships entitle the student to 15% off the normal tuition fee. All other costs are incurred by the student, including: camp fees, consumable fees, uniform and textbook hire.
Two academic scholarships are awarded per year for each year level from Year 4 to Year 12.
Two Arts scholarships are awarded per year for each year level from Year 4 to Year 12. Candidates for the Arts scholarship under a musical application must already receive training in their chosen instrument or demonstrate exceptional ability in vocals, or involvement and participation in drama or dance performances.
Two Sports scholarships per year are available for each year from Year 4 to Year 12. To qualify for this scholarship, students will need to demonstrate strong sporting abilities and be involved in representative Sport at a minimum of a regional level and demonstrate consistent positive sportsmanship.
Two service scholarships per year are available for each year from Year 4 to Year 12. Candidates for the service scholarship must demonstrate and uphold the ethos and standards of the College; they must be willing to serve and support the school, church, and community through service activities. Students new to the school will need to provide examples of any service activities in which they have been engaged.
