Sports Performance Scholarship

Sports Performance Scholarship

For promising girls in sports

Sports scholarship candidates will be performing at the highest possible state or national level or equivalent in one of the team or individual sports offered within MLC’s extensive Sports Program.

The successful candidate will also have made a contribution to the broader community and demonstrate a commitment to engaging and contributing to the College.

Sports scholars are expected to demonstrate a substantial commitment to their area of sporting excellence, to take advantage of MLC’s sports coaching and facilities, and to represent the school in all relevant events and competitions.

Scholarship Name Entry Year Level Means Test Academic Test
All-Rounder Scholarship (Sports Performance) Years 7, 9, 10 and 11 No Yes

2026 Entry Scholarships will open for applications in late 2024.

Duration for the above scholarships is for the entirety of the student's secondary schooling.

Eligibility

  • Must be an Australian citizen, permanent Australian resident or temporary resident.
  • Currently at MLC or attending another school.
  • Completion and submission of the MLC All-Rounder Sports Performance Scholarship Form
  • Must register for the associated Scholarship academic test as well as submit an MLC Scholarship Application. More information on our affiliated scholarship test will be made available later in 2024.
  • Proof of performing at a state or national standard in a Sport offered by MLC.
  • Proof of contribution/s to the broader community.

Value

A percentage of the annual tuition fees and technology levy. This includes computer, technology support and peripherals.

Documentation to be uploaded with the Scholarship Application

  • The student's most recent School Report.
  • The student's most recent NAPLAN test results.
  • Evaluation of a 200-word statement on why the candidate is applying for this scholarship; this should be written by the student, demonstrating her accomplishments, talents, any leadership experience and her reasons for wanting to attend MLC.
  • Documents to support the achievements of the scholarship applicant.
  • A passport-sized photo of the student.
  • A completed Sports Performance Form

Conditions

Scholarship holders are expected to complete their secondary education at MLC. Please refer to the MLC Scholarship Terms & Conditions.

Application Process

Apply via our Scholarships form

Apply for an MLC Scholarship via our online form. Please note, 2025 Entry Scholarships are now closed. 2026 Entry Scholarships will open for applications in late 2024.

Register for an Academic Scholarship Test

More information will be made on registering for this test later in 2024.

Hear from MLC Admissions

MLC Admissions will be in contact one week prior to the Academic Test regarding instructions for the test morning.

Sit the Academic Scholarship Test

This session is held at MLC and will last the full morning.

Invitation to Interview

Short-listed candidates will be contacted by email with an invitation to an interview.

Unsuccessful candidates will also be advised.