Scholarship Opportunities in 2014

Redeemer Lutheran College is offering up to ten scholarships for Year 8 students in 2014 and up to ten scholarships for Year 11 in 2014.  Year 8 scholarships are tenable for 3 years with Year 11 scholarships tenable for 2 years.

Scholarships available are:

• Academic Scholarships: Up to five Academic Scholarships at 50% of the Year 8 or Year 11 tuition fee will be available for academically gifted students on the basis of reports and assessment.
• All Rounder Scholarships: Up to five All Rounder Scholarships at 50% of the Year 8 or Year 11 tuition fee will be available to students able to contribute to at least two major areas of college life.

Scholarship Application Requirements

If you are interested in having your child sit for a scholarship for Year 8 or Year 11 in 2014, please register by following the procedures outlined below, Registrations open Saturday 2 February 2013 and close 6pm Friday 10 May 2013. Registrations received after this date will incur a late fee.

Details of Testing

The scholarship examination will be held on Saturday 18 May 2013 at Redeemer Lutheran College, commencing at 2.00pm in Redeemer Chapel, and finishing at approximately 4.30pm. The scholarship application fee is $70. You only need to register once. Each new application to the college must be accompanied by an enrolment application. (The enrolment application fee is $150, and the scholarship testing fee is $70). Total Scholarship Application cost is $220 (if you are not already on the waitlist or currently enrolled at the college).

Procedures to Register

1. [Step 1 - Click Here] - This will take you to direct link for EduTest Scholarship Registration. You will need to make payment here for $70.00
2. [Step 2 - Click Here] - (Only if you are NOT a current student of Redeemer Lutheran College or are currently on the accepted or waitlist for 2014). This will download Redeemer Lutheran College’s application for enrolment EduTest Scholarship Testing.  Fill in the application answering every question, and ensure that the application is signed by both parents.  Scan and email the completed application form to enrolments@redeemer.com.au, or fax to (07) 3340 8800.  
   
   

Eligibility:

1. Applicants applying for Year 8 Scholarship must attend the Year 9 Outdoor Education Program for the full duration of the program (4 weeks).
2. Applicants applying for Year 11 Scholarship must attend the Year 11 Leadership Camp (3 days).
3. All new applicants must complete an application for enrolment to be signed by both parents/guardians prior to the interview stage.
4. Applicant must be an Australian Citizen.

Conditions for Both Scholarship Categories:

The defining expectation is that successful applicants will give their very best to all their endeavours whilst at Redeemer Lutheran College and contribute to both the curricular and co-curricular (both semesters) life of the college.

Redeemer Lutheran College reserves the right to review the scholarships annually, typically undertaken through an interview(s) and/or reports requested by the Principal from relevant staff.
The scholarship may be forfeited as a consequence of poor behaviour and/or poor attitude including poor or nil participation in the college’s co-curricular programs.

Academic Scholarships:

Scholarship holder will:

1. Be supportive of the Christian values of the college.
2. Possess an excellent behavioural record.
3. Achieve a minimum high academic achievement overall (HA).
4. Be active in the co-curricular life of the college.

General All Rounder:

Scholarship holder will:

1. Be supportive of the Christian values of the college.
2. Possess an excellent behavioural record.
3. Achieve a minimum sound academic achievement overall (SA).
4. Perform at a high level and/or a high level of participation in at least 2 school based co-curricular activities spanning the school year.

Written Scholarship Application Guidelines

1. Written application must be delivered to the school by 3.15pm on Friday 10 May 2013.
2. Applications must include a Scholarship Application Form for each Scholarship you are applying for and a covering letter why you are applying for this type of scholarship. Separate applications are required for each category. One application for both categories will not be accepted.
3. Written applications must include school reports (minimum of 2 consecutive years), certificates and acknowledgements that have been referenced in the application (even if you are a current Redeemer family)
4. Each application must be photocopied single sided and stapled (please not put into a display folder)
5. Do not include originals, applications will not be returned.

Further Information

For further information, contact the Enrolments Officer, Mrs Cathy Mostert on (07) 3340 8807 or email: enrolments@redeemer.com.au

 Scholarships Information Sheet, Application Form and Cover Sheet