Scholarships

St Cyril’s invites outstanding students to apply for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework scholarship covering 50% of tuition fees, in any of our degrees. The scholarships are generously funded by His Grace Bishop Daniel, to encourage the theological formation of the next generation of lay and clerical leaders.

Key dates for 2024 applications

• Applications close: 5:00 pm, 9 January 2024. Late applications won’t be considered.
• Successful applicants notified: by 25 January 2024.

Who can apply

Applicants are selected by the St Cyril’s Scholarship Committee on weighted criteria, including:

• an application essay (500 words)
• evidence of financial hardship
• a recommendation from your parish priest
• previous academic performance
• commitment to ecclesial service

You must also:

• be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
• have submitted an Application for Admission
• be able to start study in Semester 1, 2024
• submit your application by the closing date

Conditions of the award

What it covers

• 50% of tuition fees for the minimum number of units needed to complete the program, unless otherwise stated. You pay the remaining fees.
• The standard full-time or part-time duration of the program, unless otherwise stated.

When a scholarship ends

A scholarship is terminated if:

• the Academic Board concludes, after due enquiry, that you haven’t met your obligations or aren’t making satisfactory progress;
• you don’t resume study after an approved deferment of up to 6 months; or
• you fail a unit.

How to apply

1. Download the Scholarship Application form.
2. Fill it in and sign it.
3. Email it to registrar@stcyrils.edu.au before the closing date.