Community Bursaries
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What is a Scots All Saints College Community Bursary?
A Community Bursary is a fee reduction opportunity which aims to make Scots All Saints College accessible to fine young individuals who may not otherwise have the financial means to enrol at the College.
The College seeks to identify these students and welcome them to the Scots All Saints College community to complete their schooling, transforming their future  through the gift of an excellent education.
A Community Bursary also enriches the entire College community by the dedication and diversity brought by each bursary recipient.
What does a Community Bursary cover?
A Community Bursary may cover up to 100% off tuition fees, alleviating financial constraints which may be a barrier to an excellent education.
Community Bursaries are means tested and candidates shortlisted for interview will be asked to provide supporting documentation.
What Community Bursaries are available?
In addition to the College’s General Community Bursaries, the College is grateful to be able to offer a number of bursaries which have been established thanks to the generosity of our community. These Community Bursaries available include:
General Community Bursaries
 These bursaries are available to new students entering Year 4 to Year 12. The General Community Bursaries cover up to 100% of tuition.
Presbyterian Bursary
 The Presbyterian Bursary is for new students entering Year 4 or above who are part of the Presbyterian Church community or a similar protestant church. The Presbyterian Bursary is made possible through the generous giving from people in the College community and covers up to 100% of tuition.
Bathurstian Bursary
The Bathurstian Bursary is for a student entering Year 9, Year 10 or Year 11. The Bathurstian Bursary is made possible by the generosity of the Old Bathurstian Union and covers up to 50% of tuition for the life of the student at the College.
Juliet Lyon BursaryÂ
The Juliet Lyon Bursary is awarded to a female full-time boarding student entering Year 7 who comes from a rural family . The Juliet Lyon Bursary is made possible through the generosity of the late Janie Una Blacker and covers 50% of tuition for the life of the student at the College.
Cleaver Bursary
The Cleaver Bursary is awarded to a full-time boarding student entering Year 9, Year 10 or Year 11 who comes from a rural family . The Cleaver Bursary is made possible through the generosity of the Cleaver family and covers up to 50% of tuition and 50% of the boarding fee for the life of the student at the College.
How do I get help with a Community Bursary application?
If you have questions or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Lisa Ellery, College Registrar, at lisa.ellery@scotsallsaints.nsw.edu.au  .
Bursary Application Rounds
For students starting 2027
Round 1:
Applications for Round 1 of bursaries for 2027 commencement open on Monday 2 February 2026 and close on Friday 26 June 2026.
Round 2:Â
Applications for Round 2 of bursaries for 2027 commencement open on Monday 20 July 2026 and closes on Friday 30 October 2026.Â
For all applications
Applications will be reviewed and suitable candidates called for interview as applications are received.
Are you eligible to apply?
Eligibility Requirements
New Students Only
Applicants must not be current students of Scots All Saints College.
Year Level
Students will be entering Year 4 to Year 11 in 2026 (or 2027 for that entry year).
Commitment to Learning
Applicants will have demonstrated a high level of commitment to learning.
Community ContributionÂ
Applicants will have made a positive contribution to their community.
Financial Need
Applicants will demonstrate financial need, indicating that they would not otherwise have the capacity to enrol at Scots All Saints College.
A Community Bursary will only be awarded to students who are Australian citizens or permanent residents.
What is the selection criteria?
When considering applications, the following criteria will be evaluated:
Application to Learning
The applicant’s effort with learning as demonstrated through school reports or the like.
Community Impact
The extent and impact of the applicant’s community service or engagement activities.
Financial Need
The applicant’s financial situation and the necessity of the bursary for their education.
Personal Qualities
The applicant’s demonstration of living the Scots All Saints values of hope, truth, compassion and respect.Â
What needs to be included as part of an application?
Before sending in your application, make sure you have collected the documents listed in this section.
Application Components
1. General College Application Form
Complete the Scots All Saints College Online Application Form (this is a general enrolment application form).
2. Community Bursary Application Form
Complete the Community Bursary Application Form (on this page).
Personal Statement
As part of the application, the student will be asked to submit a handwritten personal statement (max 200 words) detailing: their commitment to learning; community contribution; and how the bursary will impact their education and future goals.
(upload document/s in the Community Bursary Application Form)
Letters of Recommendation
As part of the bursary application, the student will be asked to submit a letter of recommendation from an adult who can comment on their commitment to learning, community contribution and character (if applying for the Presbyterian Bursary, this person should be the minister at the church you attend).
(upload document/s in the Community Bursary Application Form)
Academic Records
As part of the application, the student will be asked to submit two of their most recent school reports and their most recent NAPLAN report.
(upload document/s in the Community Bursary Application Form)
Personal Information
As part of the application, the student will be asked to submit proof of Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
(upload document/s in the Community Bursary Application Form)Â
What is means testing and what information is requested?
Means testing is a process by which applicants are asked to submit financial information.
Information received is confidential and helps to ensure a Community Bursary is offered to those students who would not be able to attend the College if the bursary was not available.
If a student is shortlisted for interview, a parent or carer will be sent a Confidential Financial Information Form to complete as part of the means testing process. Your application is not complete until both your application and means testing forms have been submitted.
Community Bursary Application Form
Please complete the Community Bursary Application Form, below.
The College Online Application Form (general enrolment form) must also be completed and can be found here.Â
To find out about other College enrolment opportunities such as Scholarships visit our scholarships webpage.Â
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