Goulburn Valley Grammar School offers 3 scholarship options
- Academic Scholarships
- General Excellence Scholarships
- Aboriginal and Refugee Scholarships
Academic Scholarships 2024
Scholarship applications for 2024 entry may be made from December 2022. Academic scholarships are available for entry to Year 5, 7, 10, 11.
Goulburn Valley Grammar School scholarship examinations are conducted by EduTest Australia. Registration and payment for Academic Scholarships can only be made online.
Students currently attending Goulburn Valley Grammar School and students not yet attending the school may apply for Years 7 and 11 Academic Scholarships.
Year 10 and Year 5 Academic Scholarships are for students not currently attending the school.
Academic Scholarships provide for up to 50% remission of the tuition fee. All other fees are payable.
Scholarships at Year 5 are awarded for two years. Scholarships at other levels may be awarded for two years or for the duration of secondary education, providing the student makes satisfactory progress.
Important Dates
Registration for Academic Scholarships closes on Friday 17th March 2023.
Examinations will be held on Saturday 1st April 2023.
The following information should be noted:
- Please read carefully the ‘Scholarship and Entrance Testing Information’ on the EduTest Website
- A fee of $90.00 (incl. GST) is required for each application and payment is required at the completion of the on-line registration process. A late fee surcharge will be charged for applications received after the closing date.
Examinations will be held at Goulburn Valley Grammar School, 455 Verney Road, Shepparton on Saturday 1st April 2023. Students that have applied to sit the examination will be notified of the arrangements for the day, one week prior to the examination date.
Results
It is anticipated that results will be available by late May. Scholarship candidates will receive a report from EduTest with general information about their performance. EduTest has indicated that actual scores (or order of merit) must not be communicated to parents. This is a condition of entering students to this examination.
Apply online
Applicants must apply online through the following link:
Scholarship Online Registration
General Excellence Scholarship 2024
General Excellence Scholarship (Secondary – Years 7-11, 2024 entry) General Excellence Scholarships are offered for entry to the secondary section of the school (Years 7-11 in 2024). These are conducted by Goulburn Valley Grammar School and application forms may be downloaded from the website or candidates may contact the Registrar’s office to obtain the appropriate application forms.
Students in Years 6-10 not currently attending Goulburn Valley Grammar School may apply for General Excellence scholarships to enter any year level between Years 7 and 11.
Students currently in Year 6, 2023 at Goulburn Valley Grammar School may also apply.
Awards will be made on the basis of a written application, supported by references. Students will be required to demonstrate strong academic potential, together with a capacity to excel in such areas as service, leadership, music, drama, the arts and sport. Copies of latest school reports and NAPLAN testing must also be included.
These applications will be reviewed by a selection panel who will recommend a shortlist to be interviewed.
For students who have lodged an application for an academic scholarship and paid the application fee, no further charge will be made for the General Excellence Scholarship. Students who have not lodged an Academic Scholarship Application will be charged an $85 (incl. GST) fee with the scholarship application.
Applications close at 5.00pm Friday 17th March 2023.
Results
It is anticipated that all Scholarship results will be available late May 2023.
To download the registration form, please click the file name listed below.
General Excellence Application Form
Aboriginal and Refugee Scholarships 2024
The Aboriginal and Refugee Student Scholarships have been established to provide educational opportunities for students who have the potential to lead within the community. These Scholarships will be awarded to both an Aboriginal student and a Refugee student for Year 7 entry in 2024.
Applicants are asked to submit written applications which may be followed by an interview with a selection panel chaired by the Principal. A second interview may be required. Application forms are available from the Registrar or can be found below and should be completed and returned to the School by 5.00pm Friday 17th March 2023..
Results
It is anticipated that all Scholarship results will be available late May 2023.
To download the application form, please click the file name listed below.
Aboriginal Scholarship Application for 2024 entry
Refugee Scholarship Application for 2024 entry
Further information
Further information regarding scholarships can be arranged by contacting the Registrar on +61 3 5833 3300 or by Registrar@gvgs.vic.edu.au.