Scholarships & Bursaries

2022 Scholarship applications have now closed. In 2022 they will reopen and be available for girls who are:

Entering Years 7,8,9 & 10 in 2022
Entering Year 7 in 2023

Applications will reopen in mid-2022.

Previous unsuccessful applicants are welcome to re-sit the scholarship examination.

Available Scholarships

St Ursula’s College is proud to offer a range of Scholarships and Bursaries to support the unique needs of our students.

Ursuline Academic Honour Scholarships

These scholarships are based on previous two years school reports, St Ursula’s College Scholarship Examination result and NAPLAN and/or ICAS results (if available).

Ursuline Academic and All Rounder Scholarships

These scholarships are based on previous two years school reports, St Ursula’s College Scholarship Examination result and NAPLAN and/or ICAS results and evidence-based high achievement in one or more of a selection of domains (refer to Available Scholarships for the full list).

Merici Boarding Scholarships

We offer dedicated scholarships for rural and remote girls commencing in Years 7 to 10, to join our nationally awarded Boarding School community. For more information and to arrange a trial of Boarding please contact Lisa McKellar, Registrar.

Phone: 07 4632 7611

Email: enrolment@st-ursula.qld.edu.au

Merici Academic Scholarships

These scholarships are based on previous two years school reports, St Ursula’s College Scholarship Examination result and NAPLAN and/or ICAS results and Literacy and Numeracy skills as evident in the examination.

Faith Leadership
School Leadership
Sport
Music

Dance
Drama
Art
Languages other than English

Public Speaking/Debating
STEM Learning
Information Communication Technology
Digital Design

Past Student’s Association Uniform Scholarships

The Past Student’s Association are proud to announce four Uniform Scholarships ($500 each) for current and new students enrolling at St Ursula’s College.

Criteria

connection to St Ursula’s College Toowoomba, either mother, grandmother or aunt is a past student (must provide evidence);
Ursuline Academic and All Rounder Scholarships: These scholarships are based on previous two years school reports, St Ursula’s College Scholarship Examination result and NAPLAN and/or ICAS results and evidence-based high achievement in one or more of the domains as listed above;
sit for the scholarship examination on Saturday 30th October, 2021 at 9am;
scholarships cannot be redeemed for cash or for tuition; and
if the student leaves the College, the uniforms must be returned to the Retail Outlet.

The Indigenous Youth Leadership Program (IYLP) – Smith Family Scholarships

The Indigenous Youth Leadership Program (IYLP) offers scholarships and leadership opportunities to young Indigenous Australians. The IYLP is offered in conjunction with the Indigenous Education at St Ursula’s College. For more information please see the Available Scholarships document.

Available Scholarships 2022 Scholarship Application Form

Application Process

Register your application via www.trybooking.com/BSRBZ and pay non-refundable application fee of $50 online. Please note the application fee is only payable once regardless of the number of scholarship categories selected.
Email your receipt together with supporting documentation (Scholarship Application Information and Scholarship Application Form) to enrolment@st-ursula.qld.edu.au
Applications open Monday 12th July, 2021 at 9am.
Applications close Friday 15th October, 2021 at 3:30pm.
Examination takes place on Saturday 30th October, 2021 at 9am.

Supporting Documentation

Evidence of school reports for the past two years and NAPLAN results and any other examination results such as ICAS Test results.
Receipt together with supporting documentation (Scholarship Application Information and Scholarship Application Form) must be emailed to enrolment@st-ursula.qld.edu.au

Applicant’s Terms and Conditions

Applicant may apply for both or only one scholarship type.
Scholarships are awarded for a two-year period.
Prior successful scholarship recipients may re-sit the examination after the scholarship period has concluded.
Should your daughter leave during this time for any reason, then the discount provided by the scholarship must be repaid in full to the College by no later than 8 school weeks from the date of the letter of cancellation of enrolment.
This will be contractually binding agreement between the College and the recipient’s parents/guardians.
Applicant must be enrolled at the College or will enrol at the College on successful appointment of the Scholarship.
Applicant is an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia.

Scholarship Recipient Conditions

Student must demonstrate a commitment to the academic and/or co-curricular life of the College.
Sustain high academic results for the duration of the Scholarship.
Commit to the ‘Serviam’ motto (I will serve).
Maintain consistent attendance.
Adhere to all aspects of the Student Code of Behaviour, Information Technology Use and College Uniform Policy.Maintain consistent attendance.
Engage in a regular mentorship program with the College Principal for the duration of the Scholarship.
Parents and the College will sign a confidentiality non-disclosure agreement regarding the Scholarship.
A Scholarship may be immediately revoked by the Principal should the student be found to not abide by the rules identified above.
The Scholarship amount is not paid by any means to the student or parent/guardian. The monies are credited against the fees charged.

In addition to these scholarships, St Ursula’s College offers annual Bursaries to young women who excel, or have the potential to excel, but whom without financial support would be unable to attend St Ursula’s College. Bursaries Bursaries are offered on a 12 month basis, are means tested and reviewed annually. For further information on bursaries and for an application package, please contact Mrs Lisa McKellar (College Registrar) 07 4632 7611 or enrolment@st-ursula.qld.edu.au.