St Leonard’s College Aspire Scholarship Program

St Leonard’s College is committed to providing opportunities for appropriately qualified students who would otherwise not have access to an independent school education.

The St Leonard’s College Aspire Scholarship Program aims to recognise and support students to make a strong and positive contribution to their future, to the life of St Leonard’s College and to the lives of others.

Applications are invited for Global Citizen, Indigenous and Leonardian Scholarships to commence in 2025.

 

Aspire Scholarship Opportunities

Leonardian Scholarships

Leonardian Scholarships may be awarded to prospective students entering years 7 to 11 in 2025.

Students who face ongoing difficult financial, family, or other life circumstances which have prevented them from achieving their best may apply for these awards.

Applicants must demonstrate sound academic ability, a strong commitment to the completion of their secondary studies and the desire to contribute to the St Leonard’s College community.

To be considered for a Leonardian Scholarship, the combined taxable income of all parties responsible for the student’s school fees must also be at or below A$99,000 and their assets and liabilities must satisfy the College’s means test.

Leonardian scholarships may only be awarded to students who are Australian citizens or permanent residents.

Applications close on 1 August 2024 and should be made in writing to:

The Director of Admissions
St Leonard’s College
163 South Road
Brighton East VIC 3187

Applications should include a written statement, relevant references, two most recent school reports, the results of any other education-related testing, and proof of Australian citizenship or permanent residency.

Where shortlisted for interview by the Principal, supporting documentation must be provided where requested. This may include references from appropriately qualified professional persons/organisations; tax return statements, income and asset statements.

Global Citizen Scholarships

Prospective students seeking entry into years 7 to 11 in 2025, who have immigrated to Australia on a refugee category visa in the past 24 months may apply for these awards.

The College has a close relationship with the Noble Park English Language School however welcomes application from all eligible families.

Applicants must demonstrate sound academic ability, a strong commitment to the completion of their secondary studies and the desire to contribute to the St Leonard’s College community.

To be considered for a Global Citizen Scholarship, the combined taxable income of all parties responsible for the student’s school fees must also be at or below A$99,000 and their assets and liabilities must satisfy the College’s means test.

Global Citizen Scholarships may only be awarded to students who can demonstrate permanent residency status.

Applications close on 1 August 2024 and should be made in writing to:

The Director of Admissions
St Leonard’s College
163 South Road
Brighton East VIC 3187

Applications should include a written statement, two most recent school reports, the results of any other education-related testing, and proof of Australian permanent residency. Applicants are encouraged to include references from local community leaders or organisations.

Where shortlisted for interview by the Principal, supporting documentation must be provided where requested. This may include references from appropriately qualified professional persons/organisations; tax return statements, income and asset statements.

Indigenous Scholarships

Indigenous students seeking entry to the College in years 7 to 11 in 2025 may apply for these awards.

The College has close relationships with the Warruwi community and the Melbourne Indigenous Transition School however welcomes application from all eligible families.

Applicants must demonstrate sound academic ability, a strong commitment to the completion of their secondary studies and the desire to contribute to the St Leonard’s College community.

To be considered for an Indigenous Scholarship, the combined taxable income of all parties responsible for the student’s school fees must also be at or below A$99,000 and their assets and liabilities must satisfy the College’s means test.

Applications close on 1 August 2024 and should be made in writing to:

The Director of Admissions
St Leonard’s College
163 South Road
Brighton East VIC 3187

Applications should include a written statement, relevant references, most recent school reports, the results of any other education-related testing and confirmation of Indigenous heritage. Applicants are encouraged to include references from local community leaders or organisations.

Where shortlisted for interview by the Principal, supporting documentation must be provided where requested. This may include references from appropriately qualified professional persons/organisations; tax return statements, income and asset statements.

Other Information

Duration of Aspire Scholarships

Awards are tenable to the completion of year 12 at St Leonard’s College. Students are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to their academic studies and contribute to the advancement of St Leonard’s reputation through exemplary performance, presentation and behaviour.

Value of Aspire Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded at the Principal’s discretion

The number of awards offered may vary from year to year. Aspire Scholarships cover all tuition costs and charges for a student’s standard program including technology access at all year levels, excursions and camps. A full list of tuition fee inclusions and exclusions can be found in the Fees Schedule.

College Tour Program

We look forward to welcoming families at an upcoming College tour. Please click here to view our tour schedule and register for a tour.​

Contact the Admissions Office

Please contact the Director of Admissions via email at [email protected] or telephone (03) 9909 9422 for further information.