Scholarships
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, St Patrick’s College offers a number of scholarships that support young women in Macarthur to access a life-changing education and to achieve excellence in their learning.
Junior School
Academic Scholarships
Academic Scholarships are available to students entering St Patrick’s in Year 7. They cover up to 50% of Tuition Fees for up to four years. Applications must be made at the time of applying for enrolment when the student is in Year 5 and all applicants are required to sit a scholarship examination.
Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Principal and are based on the results of the scholarship examination, previous academic record, interview and other criteria, including the student’s potential for involvement in activities across the school.
Sport and Performing Arts Scholarships
Sport and Performing Arts Scholarships are available to students entering St Patrick’s in Year 7. They cover up to 50% of Tuition Fees for up to four years. Applications must be made at the time of applying for enrolment when the student is in Year 5.
Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Principal and are based on sporting or performing arts achievements, interview and other criteria, including the student’s potential for involvement in activities across the school.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarships
St Patrick’s College offers scholarships to students with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage entering Year 7. These scholarships may cover up to 50% of Tuition Fees for up to six years. Applications must be made at the time of applying for enrolment when the student is in Year 6.
Applicants must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Principal and take into account academic interests, school engagement and a willingness to contribute to the life of the College.
Fee Concession Scholarships
St Patrick’s College offers a limited number of Fee Concession Scholarships for students entering Year 7. These scholarships provide partial tuition fee relief and are intended to support families who value a St Patrick’s education but may require financial assistance. Applications must be made by the beginning of April the year the student is in Year 6.
Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Principal and are assessed based on a combination of financial need, the student’s school engagement and their potential to contribute positively to the life of the College.
Applicants are required to provide supporting documentation as part of the application process. All information is treated in strict confidence.
Senior School
Years 11 and 12 Academic Scholarships for current St Patrick’s students
Academic Scholarships are available to current Year 10 students at St Patrick’s College who wish to continue their studies through Years 11 and 12. These scholarships recognise academic excellence and a strong commitment to learning. Applications must be made by 31 August when the student is in Year 10.
Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Principal and are based on academic performance, school involvement and the student’s contribution to College life.
Years 11 and 12 Alumni Scholarships for current St Patrick’s students
Generously funded by the St Patrick’s College Alumni Association, one scholarship is awarded every second year to a current Year 10 student continuing into Years 11 and 12.
Students may be selected if they demonstrate that they would benefit from financial assistance or if they have shown outstanding commitment to their learning and the College community.
Recipients are selected at the discretion of the Principal, in consultation with College staff and the President of the Alumni Association. Applications must be made by 31 August when the student is in Year 10.
The Alumni Scholarship will next be awarded to a student in Year 10 2028.
Senior School Academic Scholarship
The Senior School Academic Scholarship is open to students currently in Year 9 at other schools who are seeking a high-quality education in an all-girls environment for Years 10, 11 and 12 at St Patrick’s College.
The scholarship may cover up to 50% of Tuition Fees for up to three years. Applications must be made by 31 August when the student is in Year 9.
Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Principal and are based on previous academic record, interview and other criteria, including the applicant’s potential to contribute to the life of the College.