Bursary Program for Excellence

2027 Applications Now Open

Ryan Catholic College is pleased to announce the introduction of the Bursary Program for Excellence, recognising students who demonstrate outstanding achievement, commitment and leadership in the areas of:

• Academic Excellence
• Sporting Excellence
• Music Excellence
• Cultural Excellence

The program is open to both current and prospective students entering Years 9, 10 or 11.

Successful applicants will receive a $1,500 tuition fee bursary and the opportunity to be recognised as student leaders and ambassadors who contribute positively to the life of the College.

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled or seeking enrolment at Ryan Catholic College.
• Be entering Years 9, 10 or 11 in 2027.
• Demonstrate excellence in one of the nominated categories.
• Demonstrate strong character, leadership and commitment to the College values.

Applications must be submitted by a parent or carer and include:

• Completed online application form
• Student personal statement (maximum 250 words)
• Evidence of achievements
• Two supporting references

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More details about each category:

• Academic Excellence: Recognising high achievement, commitment to learning, curiosity, leadership in learning and contribution to the academic culture of the College.
• Sporting Excellence: Recognising sporting achievement, commitment, sportsmanship, leadership and positive representation of the College.
• Music Excellence: Recognising high-level musical achievement, commitment to performance and ensembles, leadership through music and contribution to the College’s music program.
• Cultural Excellence: Recognising achievement in areas including performing and visual arts, dance, drama, Indigenous leadership, community engagement and cultural achievement.

Key dates: 

• Applications close: 16 October 2026
• Interviews: 19–30 October 2026
• Offers made: 2 November 2026

FAQs

Who can provide a reference?
References can be provided by anyone who knows the applicant well and can speak to their character, achievements or suitability for the bursary. This can certainly include teachers from the school, but references from coaches, employers, community members, club representatives, or other appropriate referees are equally welcome.

What achievements can I include in my child's application?
In relation to achievements, we encourage applicants to include any and all achievements they feel are relevant and help tell their story. These may include school-based achievements such as academic, leadership, cultural, or service awards, as well as achievements outside of school, including sporting, community, artistic, or club-based involvement and accomplishments.

What should I consider when choosing which achievements to include?
Our advice is to include any achievements that you believe demonstrate the applicant's strengths, commitment, participation and contributions, both within and beyond the school community.