Scholarships
Scholarship applications now open for 2028 entry
Perth College is proud to offer a diverse range of scholarships for 2028 entry, recognising academic excellence, leadership, creativity, talent and community contribution.
Generously supported by the Perth College School Council, Foundation, Old Girls’ Association and our donors, these scholarships provide opportunities for girls to discover their strengths, pursue their passions and thrive at Perth College.
Scholarships are open to students entering Years 5, 7 to 11, with opportunities across Academic, General Excellence, Music, Performing Arts, Boarding and Rural, Old Girls’ Association and Foundation scholarships.
2028 Scholarships Information Morning & Tour
Join us to discover the scholarships available for 2028 entry, learn about the application and selection process, and explore our campus with our Enrolments Team.
Friday 27 November 2026
9.00 am – 11.30 am
Lawley Crescent, Mount Lawley
Key Dates
- Applications open: Monday 2 November 2026
- Applications close: Wednesday 3 February 2027, midday AWST
- Scholarship examination: Thursday 11 February 2027, 8.45 am – 12.30 pm
Important Application Information
Perth College participates in the Independent Girls’ Schools Scholarship Co-operative. Families may nominate up to three participating schools, with candidates sitting the academic scholarship examination at their first-preference school.
To be considered for a Perth College Scholarship in the first and main round of offers, Perth College must be nominated as your FIRST preference.
All applicants must register through the Academic Scholarship application link before applying for any additional scholarships. Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents.
Remote testing arrangements are available for eligible applicants living 400 km or more from Perth College. Additional auditions are required for Music and Performing Arts Scholarships.
Please review the eligibility criteria, supporting documentation and application requirements for each scholarship before applying.
Enquiries
For further information, please contact Annemarie Towie, Enrolments Engagement Manager, on (08) 9471 2104 or email [email protected].
Council Scholarships
Academic scholarships are open to current and new students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 7 to Year 11. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
Scholarships are awarded based on an assessment of each applicant, taking into consideration their scholarship examination results, school reports, relevant supporting documentation and a range of other achievements.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time.
For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
General Excellence scholarships are open to current and new students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 5 and Year 7 to Year 11. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time.
For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
Music scholarships are open to current and new students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 7. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
Applicants should have outstanding musical ability and are advanced instrumentalists/ vocalists on their musical instrument of choice.They should be advanced and dedicated instrumentalists and may have studied for AMEB and/or Trinity College exams on at least one instrument. Applicants should be the equivalent of Grade Three exam level or above. Applications must be supported with a written reference from the student’s current Music teacher. Please upload references with all other documentation.
Short listed candidates for this scholarship are required to attend an audition with the date and time to be confirmed.Applicants who have not been successful in obtaining an audition will be notified. After the audition process, shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with the Principal.
Terms of Music Scholarship
Music scholarship holders will be expected to:
- Be a member of one of the major instrumental ensembles as appropriate
- Be a member of a school choir
- Maintain a high level of achievement on their chosen instrument
- Study this subject as an elective subject from Year 7 to Year 10 and an ATAR subject in Years 11 and 12, maintaining a high level of effort and achievement and acting as a positive role model to others
- Be supportive and contribute to the musical life at Perth College
Audition Requirements
- Accompanists or backing tracks should be used at the audition where appropriate and should be provided by the applicant
- At the audition, the student will be asked to perform two short contrasting items of their own choice, no longer than 3 minutes per piece. Each piece can be performed on two different instruments if applicable
- The audition will include a listening test and a brief interview
- The audition will take approximately 15 minutes
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an audition at Perth College (date to be confirmed)
- After the audition process, shortlisted applicants, attend an interview with the Principal
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
- Written reference from the applicants current Music teacher
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time.
For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
The Performing Arts scholarships are open to current and new students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 10. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
Applicants should have outstanding ability in Dance, Drama and/or Musical Theatre and may have studied for relevant exams in at least one performance discipline. Applications must be supported with a written reference from the student’s current Performing Arts teacher. Please upload references with all other documentation.
Short listed candidates for this scholarship are required to attend an audition with the date and time to be confirmed.Applicants who have not been successful in obtaining an audition will be notified. After the audition process, shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with the Principal.
Terms of Performing Arts Scholarship
Scholarship holders will be expected to:
- Be a member of one of the major performance ensembles as appropriate
- Be a member of eP!C Youth Theatre Company (Dance and/or Drama)
- Maintain a high level of achievement in their chosen area of interest
- Study this subject as an elective subject from Year 10 and an ATAR subject in Years 11 and 12, maintaining a high level of effort and achievement and acting as a positive role model to others
- Be supportive and contribute to the Performing Arts community at Perth College
Audition Requirements
- Props and backing tracks should be used at the audition where appropriate and should be provided by the applicant.
- At the audition, the student will be asked to perform two short contrasting items of their own choice, no longer than 3 minutes per piece.
- For Musical Theatre applicants, their selected audition repertoire should provide the opportunity to showcase their acting, dance and singing skills.
- The audition will include a brief interview and may include a short guided compositional/devising activity.
- The audition will take approximately 15 minutes.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship exam held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an audition at Perth College (date to be confirmed)
- After the audition process, shortlisted applicants, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
- Written reference from the applicants current Performing Arts teacher
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time.
For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
Rural Boarding scholarships are open to current and new students seeking to enter Perth College as a boarder in Year 7 to Year 11. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition and boarding fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
All applicants are required to upload a letter to the Principal outlining why they would like to be educated as a boarder at Perth College and what the scholarship means to them; or, for current students, what they love about Perth College and how the scholarship would assist them. This letter should be no more than 300 words in length.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal, either in person or via Teams
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
- A letter to the Principal outlining why they would like to be educated as a boarder at Perth College and what the scholarship means to them; or, for current students, what they love about Perth College and how the Scholarship would assist them. This letter should be no more than 300 words in length
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time. For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
The Joan Cowcher Clarke Scholarship is open to new students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 7 to Year 11. The scholarship is to be awarded to a student from a family of limited financial means, with the opportunity to receive a Perth College education. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
- Copies of the two most recent income tax returns for all supporting parents (Please note that full tax return documentation is required, not tax assessments)
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time. For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
Foundation Scholarships and Bursaries
The Perth College Foundation Boarding Bursary is open to current and new students seeking to enter Perth College as a boarder in Year 7 to Year 11. The bursary offers a once only payment of part remission of boarding fees.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The bursary is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
All applicants are required to upload a letter to the Principal outlining why they would like to be educated as a boarder at Perth College and what the bursary means to them; or, for current students, what they love about Perth College and how the bursary would assist them. This letter should be no more than 300 words in length.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
- a letter to the Principal outlining why they would like to be educated as a boarder at Perth College and what the bursary means to them; or, for current students, what they love about Perth College and how the bursary would assist them. This letter should be no more than 300 words in length
The percentage of fee remission offered for each bursary is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time. For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
The Audrey Fairchild Scholarship is open to new students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 7. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027.
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time. For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
The “Wulili” First Nations Student Perpetual Scholarship is open to current and new First Nations students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 7 to Year 11 and who, without the scholarship may otherwise not be able to attend or remain enrolled at the School. The scholarship offers part remission of tuition fees for the duration of the student’s time at Perth College.
Students will be tested and selected in the year preceding the year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
Application Criteria
To be considered for the “Wulili” First Nations Student Perpetual Scholarship, students apply direct to the School in the year prior to entry. Students are required to submit a cover letter, addressed to the Principal, responding to the following questions:
- Tell us about yourself and your family/traditional background.
- Why you would like to come to Perth College or continue your educational journey at Perth College.
- What you feel you can bring to our School Community.
In addition, to the cover letter the following documents will also need to be provided:
- Two most recent school reports.
- Most recent NAPLAN results.
- Confirmation of Aboriginality
- Written essay: 350-500 word response to the following question:
“Leadership is about making a positive impact so that others can benefit more than you. Write about how you hope to show this in your own community, once you have finished school.”
Please email all the above responses and supporting documents to [email protected]. Students are to apply for the “Wulili” First Nations Student Perpetual Scholarship by 1 August of the year prior to entry.
Should you have any queries about the scholarship application process please contact the Enrolments Engagement Manager, Annemarie Towie, on 9471 2104 or by email on [email protected]
Joan and George Lefroy General Excellence Scholarship is open to current and new students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 10. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students will be tested and selected in the year preceding the year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time. For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
The Sandra Gray Scholarship is open new students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 7. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027.
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time. For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
The Margaret and Patricia Feilman Scholarship is open to new students who wish to enter Perth College in Year 10 and Year 11. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition and boarding fees (if applicable) for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time. For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
The Anne Cranston Rural Scholarship is open to new students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 7 to Year 11 as a boarder. The scholarship provides part remission of boarding fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
All applicants are required to upload a letter to the Principal outlining why they would like to be educated as a boarder at Perth College and what the Scholarship means to them. This letter should be no more than 300 words in length.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
- A letter to the Principal outlining why they would like to be educated as a boarder at Perth College and what the Scholarship means to them. This letter should be no more than 300 words in length
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time.
For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
The Christine Barnetson Rural Scholarship is open to new students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 7 as a boarder. The scholarship provides part remission of tuition and boarding fees for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Perth College.
Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
All applicants are required to upload a letter to the Principal outlining why they would like to be educated as a boarder at Perth College and what the Scholarship means to them. This letter should be no more than 300 words in length.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal.
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
- A letter to the Principal outlining why they would like to be educated as a boarder at Perth College and what the Scholarship means to them. This letter should be no more than 300 words in length
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time. For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
Old Girls’ Association Scholarships and Bursaries
The Old Girls’ Association Sisters’ Memorial Bursary is open to daughters and/or granddaughters of former Perth College students seeking to enter as a student in Year 7. Scholarship offers 25% remission of tuition fees for the duration of a student’s enrolment at Perth College. Students are assessed and selected in the year preceding their year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
Candidates for the Old Girls’ Association Sisters’ MemorialBursary must attend a personal interview with the Bursary Trustees, which is held on the afternoon of the Scholarship Examination.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants are required to:
- Complete the online scholarship registration by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) Australian Western Standard Time (AWST).
- Sit the scholarship examination held at Perth College on Thursday 11 February 2027
- Attend an interview with the Bursary Trustees, which is held on the afternoon of the Scholarship Examination (Thursday 11 February 2027)
- If shortlisted, attend an interview with the Principal
In addition to the online application, the following documents must be uploaded by Wednesday 3 February 2027 at 12.00pm (midday) AWST:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results
The percentage of fee remission offered for each scholarship is non-negotiable.
Remote Testing
For overseas students and boarding students whose home is located 400km or more from Perth College, the scholarship examination will be completed online from the student’s home on Wednesday 17 February 2027, at the student’s local time.
For further information regarding remote testing, please contact Academic Assessment Services directly at [email protected]
First Nations Scholarships
For students of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. For students applying for MADALAH Scholarship, applicants are encouraged to visit madalah.com.au for more information regarding an application.
The “Wulili” First Nations Student Perpetual Scholarship is open to current or new First Nations students seeking to enter Perth College in Year 7 to Year 11 and who, without the scholarship may otherwise not be able to attend or remain enrolled at the School. The scholarship offers part remission of tuition fees for the duration of the student’s time at Perth College.
Students will be tested and selected in the year preceding the year of entry.
The scholarship is based on the assessment of each application whilst taking into consideration the student’s achievements across a breadth of activities, including academic and co-curricular, leadership and service, and the ability to participate in the life of the School.
Application Criteria
To be considered for the “Wulili” First Nations Student Perpetual Scholarship, students apply direct to the School in the year prior to entry. Students are required to submit a cover letter, addressed to the Principal, responding to the following questions:
- Tell us about yourself and your family/traditional background
- Why you would like to come to Perth College
- What you feel you can bring to our School Community
In addition, to the cover letter the following documents will also need to be provided:
- Two most recent school reports
- Most recent NAPLAN results (if available)
- Written essay: 350-500 word response to the following question:
“Leadership is about making a positive impact so that others can benefit more than you. Write about how you hope to show this in your own community, once you have finished school.”
Please email all the above responses and supporting documents to [email protected]. Students are to apply for the “Wulili” First Nations Student Perpetual Scholarship by 1 August of the year prior to entry.
Should you have any queries about the scholarship application process please contact the Enrolments Engagement Manager, Annemarie Towie, on 9471 2104 or by email on [email protected]
Perth College is a proud partner of the Australian Indigenous Education Foundation. For students of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Applicants are encouraged to visit https://www.aief.com.au/ or contact our Enrolments Engagement Manager, Annemarie Towie, on 9471 2104 or by email on [email protected]
FAQs
Perth College participates in the scholarship co-operative with the following leading girls’ schools in Perth:
- Perth College
- Methodist Ladies’ College (MLC)
- Penrhos College
- Presbyterian Ladies’ College (PLC)
- St Hilda’s Anglican School for Girls
- St Mary’s Anglican Girls’ School
This collaboration ensures the scholarship process is fair, transparent and efficient for families
You may apply to up to three (3) schools in the co-operative. Each application requires a separate submission and payment.
No. One of the benefits of the co-operative is that your daughter only needs to sit the scholarship test once, and the results are shared with her preferred school/s.
Your daughter will sit the scholarship examination at the school you’ve nominated as her first preference. Testing materials are sent to that school.
Applications are considered in order of school preference:
- Perth College will review applications that list us as the first preference in the initial round of offers.
- If not successful in the first round, applications may be reviewed by second and third preference schools in later rounds.
While requirements vary by scholarship, most include:
- Online scholarship registration by the published closing date
- Sitting the scholarship examination
- Submission of recent school reports and other supporting documentation
- Some scholarships require interviews or auditions (e.g., music or performing arts)
When you access the online scholarship application system, you’ll choose one of the following to begin:
- Previously registered (this year or in past years)
- Previously registered but forgotten your password
- First-time registration
First-time registration involves entering parent and student details, selecting preferred schools, responding to any student prompts, and paying online by Visa or Mastercard.
Yes — your daughter will be required to answer questions in her own words and attend an interview (if shortlisted) and for some scholarships, students may be required to attend auditions (if shortlisted).
Yes — to be considered for Perth College’s first round of scholarship offers, Perth College must be listed as your daughter’s first preference school on the scholarship application.
Yes, upon acceptance of a scholarship, families (if they haven’t already done so) must:
- submit an online enrolment form and pay the application fee ($150)
- pay the non-refundable Future Development Fund Fee.
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