“ 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 each year for Global Citizen, Indigenous and Leonardian Scholarships.
Aspire Scholarship Opportunities
Leonardian Scholarships
Leonardian Scholarships may be awarded to prospective students entering years 7 to 11.
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, applicants must meet the College’s financial eligibility criteria, including a means test that assesses combined taxable income, assets, and liabilities.
Leonardian scholarships may only be awarded to students who are Australian citizens or permanent residents.
Applications close on 1 August each year and should be made in writing to:
Mr Pat Kenny, Head of Engagement
St Leonard’s College
163 South Road
Brighton East VIC 3187
[email protected]
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 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 applications 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, applicants must meet the College’s financial eligibility criteria, including a means test that assesses combined taxable income, assets, and liabilities.
Global Citizen Scholarships may only be awarded to students who can demonstrate permanent residency status.
Applications close on 1 August each year and should be made in writing to:
Mr Pat Kenny, Head of Engagement
St Leonard’s College
163 South Road
Brighton East VIC 3187
[email protected]
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 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, applicants must meet the College’s financial eligibility criteria, including a means test that assesses combined taxable income, assets, and liabilities.
Applications close on 1 August each year and should be made in writing to:
Mr Pat Kenny, Head of Engagement
St Leonard’s College
163 South Road
Brighton East VIC 3187
[email protected]
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 the College’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 relevant handbook. Please click here to view.
College Tour Program
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