Academic Scholarships
Bialik College is proud to offer a number of Academic Scholarships for entry into:
- Year 5 in 2025 (non-Bialik students)
- Year 7 in 2025 and Year 10 in 2025 (both Bialik and non-Bialik students)
Applications open 1 December 2023
Applications close 30 January 2024 at 5pm
Click here to apply via ACER Scholarships
Academic Scholarships are valued at $10,000 per annum
Students entering Year 5 in 2025: Scholarship valid for Years 5-9 inclusive
Students entering Year 7 in 2025: Scholarship valid for Years 7-9 inclusive
Students entering Year 10 in 2025: Scholarship valid for Years 10-12 inclusive
Selection Criteria
Academic Scholarships are awarded on the basis of a written examination. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with the Principal. Copies of school reports will be requested. Please note that this interview does not guarantee that a scholarship will be offered.
As well as demonstrating academic excellence, applicants should demonstrate an interest in participating in the wide range of opportunities available at the College and respect the Mission, Vision and Values that govern the College.
Process
The written examination is conducted by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) and covers mathematics, written expression and reading comprehension. While Hebrew and Jewish Studies are compulsory at Bialik College, these subjects are not tested in the academic examination.
Applications via ACER Scholarships
Examination date
Friday 9 February 2024
Time: 8.45am-12.00pm (approx)
Venue
Bialik College
Shortlisted candidates
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Principal’s interview.
Notification of results
Individual examination results will be provided to all parents at the conclusion of the entire academic scholarship process.
Please note: Individuals can hold only one scholarship / bursary / award at any time.