Indigenous Scholarship Opportunities at Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School
Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School is dedicated to offering exceptional educational opportunities to Indigenous students from Years 7 to 12. As a distinguished co-educational boarding school located in Bunbury, Western Australia, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
At Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School, we are honoured to work in partnership with MADALAH to empower Indigenous students, providing them with the tools and support necessary to excel academically, embrace personal growth, and build a foundation for a successful future. Through this partnership, we are proud to provide Indigenous Scholarships that cover a comprehensive range of expenses. These scholarships extend from Year 7 all the way through to Year 12, encompassing tuition fees and levies.
MADALAH Scholarships
MADALAH Limited is a renowned not-for-profit organisation based in Western Australia. It is dedicated to providing secondary and tertiary education scholarships for Indigenous students, primarily from remote and regional communities. MADALAH’s aim is to offer learning opportunities and support, allowing students to attend WA’s leading boarding schools and prestigious universities from around Australia.
MADALAH stands for “Making A Difference And Looking Ahead” and embodies the organisation’s commitment to creating positive change through education. It acts as a bridge, connecting Indigenous students with quality educational institutions and empowering them to reach their full potential. Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School takes great pride in being a valued partner boarding school of MADALAH Limited. We are honoured to collaborate with MADALAH in providing educational opportunities and support to Indigenous students.
Indigenous Scholarship Eligibility Criteria:
- Students must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to be eligible.
- Students are required to submit a written application and maybe requested to complete an aptitude test.
- Students should submit a letter of recommendation from their current school’s Principal, deputy or teacher.
- Students must submit their most recent NAPLAN results and last two School reports.
- Students must also confirm they are eligible for AbStudy or are willing to apply. If successful, the family must complete the application for AbStudy.
- Shortlisted students will be invited to an interview with the Head of School.
- This Scholarship is supported by MADALAH Limited, a not-for-profit organisation that offers secondary and tertiary education scholarships for Indigenous students, primarily from remote and regional communities, to WA’s leading boarding schools and Australian universities. MADALAH secondary scholarships provide support to students from Years 7 to 12. These scholarships are administered by MADALAH on behalf of the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA). As a partner School, applicants may be eligible for this support. Please visit the MADALAH website for the full details.
Apply Today:
Please download the application form, or scroll down to complete the online application form.
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Completed forms and supporting documents can be sent to:
Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School
Enrolment Office
PO Box 1198
BUNBURY WA 6231
Email electronic copies to enrol@bcgs.wa.edu.au
