Loreto College invites students to apply for our annual Scholarship Program. The School offers a range of opportunities for students who wish to attend the College and excel.

Loreto College Marryatville conducts a comprehensive annual Scholarship Program, offering financial grants to selected students based on either academic merit and/or excellence in one or more fields. A scholarship can provide up to 50% remission of tuition fees as set by the College Board and is applicable for the duration of the student’s schooling until the completion of Year 12. Each financial grant awarded to scholarship winners is at the discretion of the Principal and may vary from year to year.

All scholarship recipients are expected to complete their secondary education at Loreto College Marryatville, to maintain high standards of academic achievement and behaviour, and to contribute positively and enthusiastically to all aspects of College life, including the co-curricular program.

Each scholarship holder’s progress in the College and contribution to the wider life of the College will be reviewed annually. No student may hold more than one scholarship at any one time.

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Scholarship Program for 2024

Academic Scholarships:

  • Primary ACER Year 5 (new/continuing students)
  • Level 1 ACEP Year 7 (new/continuing students)
  • Level 2 ACER Year 10 (new/continuing students)

Other Scholarships:

  • All-Rounder Scholarship: Years 5, 7 and 10 (new students)
  • All-Rounder Boarding Scholarship: Years 7 to 11 (new students)
  • Music Scholarship: Years 5-11 (new students)
  • Indigenous Youth Leadership Program: Years 7 to 10 (new students)

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Academic Scholarships for Years 5, 7, and 10 - Closes 19 January 2023

All academic scholarships are based on the results of an Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) examination held on Saturday, 4 February 2023.

Online individual reports will be available to parents on Tuesday, 7 March 2023. A non-refundable application fee of $120 to ACER is required.

Year 5 Scholarships are awarded to new and continuing students who excel in the Primary ACER Scholarship Test. Students will be in Year 4 in 2023. Please click here to apply.

Year 7 Scholarships are awarded to new and continuing students who excel in the Australian Cooperative Entry Program (ACEP) Level 1 examination. Students will be in Year 6 in 2023. Please click here to apply.

Year 10 Scholarships are awarded to new and continuing students who excel in the ACER Level 2 examination. Students will be in Year 9 in 2023. Please click here to apply.

Applications for Academic Scholarships are now open for 2024 entry and will close 11.30pm on 19 January 2023. 

ACER Scholarship Parent Hotline: 1300 768 952


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All-Rounder Scholarships for Years 5, 7 and 10

All-Rounder Scholarships are offered to new students wishing to enter Loreto College in 2024.

These scholarships are based on the presentation of a portfolio. Students are required to provide evidence of a growth mindset with regard to academic success and also demonstrate how they encapsulate the values of a Loreto education in their contribution to their current school and broader community through co-curricular, leadership, and social justice activities.

Applications must include copies of recent school reports, full NAPLAN results, and any other documentation in support of the All-Rounder Scholarship application. A scholarship can provide up to 50% remission of tuition fees as set by the College Board.

APPLICATION AND PORTFOLIO CRITERIA

Applications for All-Rounder Scholarships are now OPEN. Applications close on Friday 17 February 2023, 4pm.

Scholarship applications must include:

  • Completed Application Form
  • Requested photocopied documentation as outlined in the portfolio criteria attachment. Portfolios will not be returned to the applicants.
  • Non-refundable fee of $50

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All-Rounder Boarding Scholarships for Years 7 to 11

All-Rounder Boarding Scholarships are offered to new students living in regional or remote areas of Australia who wish to enter Loreto College in 2024.

These scholarships are based on the presentation of a portfolio. Students are required to provide evidence of a growth mindset with regard to academic success and also demonstrate how they encapsulate the values of a Loreto education in their contribution to their current school and broader community through co-curricular, leadership, and social justice activities.

Applications must include copies of recent school reports, full NAPLAN results, and any other documentation in support of the All-Rounder Boarding Scholarship application. A scholarship can provide up to 50% remission of tuition fees and up to 25% remission of boarding fees as set by the College Board.

APPLICATION AND PORTFOLIO CRITERIA

Applications for All-Rounder Boarding Scholarships are now OPEN. Applications close on Friday 17 February 2023, 4pm.

Scholarship applications must include:

  • Completed Application Form
  • Requested, photocopied documentation as outlined in the portfolio criteria attachment. Portfolios will not be returned to the applicants
  • Non-refundable fee of $50

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Music Scholarships for Years 5-11

The Music Scholarship Program is offered to new students in 2024 with particular interest in the following instruments (however, not exclusively):

  • French Horn
  • Trombone
  • Oboe
  • Viola
  • Cello
  • Double Bass

Students are to provide a portfolio including copies of recent school reports and any other documentation that is relevant in promoting the music scholarship application. Students should be able to demonstrate a minimum performance standard of Grade 4 AMEB (or equivalent) on their first instrument.

Scholarships are awarded primarily based on an audition. Auditions will be conducted by the Leader of Music R –12 and only applicants meeting the required standard will be invited to attend. Auditions will last approximately 15 minutes.

A scholarship can provide up to 50% remission of tuition fees as set by the College Board and is applicable for the duration of the student’s schooling until the completion of Year 12 providing that the student continues to be engaged in the Music Program both through the curriculum and her co-curricular activities. An additional 100% remission of music tuition fees for the nominated instrument is awarded for 30-minute music lessons taken at the College.

Audition requirements:

  • A performance of two contrasting pieces totalling a maximum of 6 minutes. At least one piece should be performed with an accompaniment which can be live or recorded. Students requiring an accompanist are required to provide their own.
  • Students who study more than one instrument are encouraged to perform a piece on each instrument.
  • Rhythm and aural tests will be followed by an interview.

Application and Portfolio Criteria

MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Applications for Music Scholarships are now OPEN. Applications close on Friday 17 February 2023, 4pm.

Scholarship applications must include:

  • Completed Application Form
  • Portfolio showcasing music achievements
  • Non-refundable fee of $50

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Indigenous Youth Leadership Program (IYLP) Years 7 to 10

Working in partnership with Loreto College, the IYLP is run by The Smith Family, with funding support through the National Indigenous Australians Agency. This government-funded program aims to close the gaps in Indigenous educational disadvantage by creating greater access to additional education choice for Indigenous students, particularly those from remote and very remote areas of the country.

In addition to helping Indigenous students achieve their educational aspirations, the IYLP supports the development of positive role models and leaders to inspire other Indigenous students.

Application Process

  • Applications for 2024 entry are now open and will close on Friday 26 May 2023.
  • Shortlisted students will be required to attend a personal interview at Loreto College with the IYLP Manager, Leanne Smith, and the Principal.
  • Information, criteria, application forms, and other details are available from The Smith Family via the 2024 IYLP Application Kit when it is available.
  • For more information click here.

If you have any questions, please contact the IYLP Manager, Leanne Smith, by email leanne.smith@thesmithfamily.com.au or telephone on +61 8224 1402.

Application for admission to Loreto College must be made at the same time as the application for an IYLP Scholarship.

This initiative is funded by the Australian Government.


Scholarship Enquiries

Admissions Office
Email: admissions@loreto.sa.edu.au
Loreto College Reception: (08) 8334 4200

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