2027 Year 7 scholarship applications
Students new to Mercedes College are invited to apply for an Excellence Scholarship to enter Year 7 in 2027.
Our Scholarships are open to students who are looking for an education whch is focused on a wide range of learning experiences and extra curricular opportunities (music, sport, chess, debating). We also welcome students whose positive approach and strong personal values would contribute to our Mercedes College community.
This Scholarship meets up to 50% of the annual tuition fee* for Year 7 and the remainder of their Middle School years (Year 7 to Year 9).
Assessment
Scholarship applicants will be assessed against the following criteria, and shortlisted students will be invited to an interview, which may or may not include an aptitude test.
Applicants must:
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- Demonstrate overall academic performance and future potential.
- This requires submission of prior academic record/transcript to the end of the previous year of study, and thereafter.
- Demonstrate involvement in other areas of excellence such as sport, performing arts, visual arts, and/or music.
- Demonstrate involvement in an area of action, such as being a member of a community group or sporting club.
- Demonstrate community service, reflective of the Mercy Keys.
- Demonstrate leadership abilities.
Applications closed 9.00am Friday 5 December 2025.
*Scholarship excludes Resources Fee and additional discretionary charges including curriculum extension activity costs, uniform, and book/stationery lists.