Colin Hamilton Scholarship

The Colin Hamilton Scholarship (new students only, available 2023 - applications will open in October 2021) seeks to honour the legacy of Colin Hamilton, a former Scotch parent. It is awarded to one student in either Year 7 or Year 8 and allows 100% remission on tuition fees for their entire time at Scotch. The scholarship is awarded to a meritorious student, who also demonstrates financial need, and is determined on the basis of their results in the independent ACEP examinations, offered by the Australian Council for Educational Research, which is open to students who attend other schools. Proof of financial need will be required as part of the scholarship process.

Colin Hamilton Scholarship Expectations

Academic Scholarships

A limited number of other Academic Scholarships are available to students in Middle School. Scholarships will be for 25%-50% remission of tuition and will be awarded on the basis of an applicant’s results in the independent ACER examinations, offered by the Australian Council for Educational Research, which is open to existing Scotch College students and to students who attend other schools. The College reserves the right to determine the number of academic scholarships made available in a given year, but successful recipients will receive the scholarship for the duration of their time at Scotch.

Academic Scholarship Expectations

All Academic Scholarship applicants must undertake the ACER Scholarship Test.

Foundation Scholarship

The Scotch College Foundation Scholarship (available 2021 - applications will open in October 2019) was established by the Scotch College Foundation and is awarded as a 50% remission of tuition fees to an outstanding student entering Year 10 for the duration of their time at Scotch College. The scholarship is open to existing Scotch College students and to students who attend other schools. There is only one Foundation Scholar at Scotch at any given point in time.

Oughton Family Scholarship

The Oughton Family Scholarship (available 2022 - applications will open in October 2020)  is a 3-year scholarship awarded to an outstanding student entering Year 10 at Scotch College from another school, who would not otherwise be able to attend Scotch College without financial support. Successful recipients receive a 75% remission on their tuition fees for their time at the College. There is only one Oughton Family Scholar at Scotch at any given point in time. Proof of financial need will be required.

Old Collegians Scholarship

Thanks to the generosity of the SCOCA, children and grandchildren of Scotch College Old Collegians are eligible to apply for the SCOCA Scholarship, which is awarded every year to an outstanding student entering Year 10 for the duration of their time at Scotch College. The scholarship is open to existing Scotch College students and to students who attend other schools. The successful recipient will conduct themselves as a positive role model to others and as an outstanding ambassador for the College, their family, and the Old Collegians’ Association. The successful recipient will also attend Old Collegians’ meetings and events as an ambassador as required.

Old Collegians Scholarship Expectations

Sport Scholarships

A limited number of Sport Scholarships will be awarded annually and be open to current students and those attending other schools. The College reserves the right to determine the number of Sport Scholarships made available in a given year. The successful recipients will receive the scholarship for the duration of their time at Scotch. These scholarships may be awarded during the middle years (Year 7, 8 & 9). Successful recipients of the Sport Scholarship will receive between 25% to 50% remission on tuition fees. Scholarship are awarded based on the results of previous school reports and evidence of sporting excellence. They are intended to reward and encourage students who have a strong work ethic and who consistently achieve to a high level.

Sport Scholarship Expectations

Personal Endeavour Scholarships

A limited number of Personal Endeavour Scholarships will be awarded annually and be open to current students and those attending other schools. The College reserves the right to determine the number of Personal Endeavour scholarships made available in a given year. These scholarships are available at Year 5 (duration of three (3) years). Successful recipients of the Personal Endeavour Scholarship will receive between 25% to 50% remission on tuition fees. This scholarship is awarded based on the results of previous school reports, Edutest results, an interview, and any Academic Competition results available. It is intended to reward and encourage students who have a strong work ethic and who consistently achieve to a high level in Academics, Personal Leadership and School Community Involvement and Service. Please note, applicants applying for a Year 5 scholarship are required to sit an Edutest examination as part of the application process. Please ensure that you register the student to sit the Edutest examination in addition to registering for the Personal Endeavour Scholarship. Applicants are encouraged to attend a ‘Come and Try’ day at Scotch College prior to applying for this scholarship.

Principal's Scholarships

A limited number of Principal's Scholarships will be awarded annually and be open to current students and those attending other schools. Scotch College wishes to recognise special abilities that are otherwise hard to reward in other categories. The College therefore awards the Principal's Scholarship in the event that a student applying for entry to Years 7, 8, or 9 can prove they have a specific, exceptional skill, such as, but not limited to, oratory, Science and Technology, entrepreneurship, innovation or social change. Successful recipients of the Principal's Scholarship will receive between 25% to 50% remission on tuition fees. This Scholarship may not be awarded every year. Applicants should state their area of expertise and provide evidence of their ability. The College will draw upon its own experts in the chosen area to confirm whether this ability is indeed exceptional, and is therefore deserving of this Scholarship.

Principal's Scholarship Expectations

Davidson Scholarship

The Davidson Scholarships (available 2022 - applications will open in October 2020) are awarded to two (2) students entering Year 10, for the duration of their time at Scotch College Adelaide. This scholarship allows 25% remission on both boarding and tuition fees. Students who are awarded the Davidson Scholarship must be able to demonstrate their ability to work and live in a communal environment, treating peers and staff with respect. The student will be expected to participate fully and to the best of their ability in the academic life of the College. We also expect the student will demonstrate service and leadership skills, and display good role model behaviour at all times. The scholarship holder will be a good ambassador for their local region, for Boarding, and for the College.

Boarding Scholarships

Scotch College Boarding Scholarships will be awarded to two (2) Senior School students for their duration of their time at Scotch College Adelaide. This scholarship allows 25% remission of boarding fees only. These scholarships are awarded annually and are open to current students and those attending other schools.

Boarding & Tuition Scholarships

A limited number of Scotch College Boarding & Tuition Scholarships will be awarded to Middle School students for the duration of their time at Scotch College Adelaide. This scholarship allows 25% of boarding and tuition fees. These scholarships are awarded annually and are open to current students and those attending other schools.

These scholarships are awarded based on the results of previous school reports and evidence of excellence. They are intended to reward and encourage students who have a strong work ethic and who consistently achieve to a high level in Academics, Sport, Community Involvement and Service, and Leadership.

Boarding Scholarship Expectations

Caledonian Scholarship

The Caledonian Scholarship is awarded in Middle School and is offered to a student who demonstrates an outstanding ability in piping, pipe band drumming, or highland dancing. The students must join the Scotch College Caledonian Corps for performances and competition. This scholarship is awarded based on the results of school reports and an audition. It is open to external applicants only. Successful recipients of the Caledonian Scholarships will receive between 25% to 50% remission on tuition fees.

Caledonian Scholarship Expectations

Performing Arts Scholarship

Performing Arts Scholarships are offered to students in Middle School (Year 7, 8 & 9) with demonstrated outstanding ability in dance, music, drama or voice. The scholarships are awarded based on the results of school reports and an audition, where students will be assessed according to specific criteria related to their nominated area. Successful scholarship recipients need to understand that there are many opportunities in the Scotch Performing Arts program and that through careful consideration, each student will be given an opportunity to shine. A limited number of partial Performing Arts Scholarships will be awarded annually and be open to current students and those attending other schools. Successful recipients of the Performing Arts Scholarship will receive between 25% to 50% remission on tuition fees.

Performing Arts Scholarship Expectations

Music Scholarships

Specialist Music Scholarships offer each student an opportunity to develop their special talents and areas of interest through a comprehensive curriculum.

Selection criteria for this scholarship includes expertise on Instrument/Voice, ability or potential on a second instrument, ability or potential with voice, (expression, accuracy, tone), evidence of sustained commitment to musical development (significant performances, instrumental examinations, ensemble participation) leadership potential, sustained academic success and high standard performance audition and interview.

Specialist Music Scholarship Expectations