Wesley College is committed to nurturing the growth of exceptional students who are eager to learn, excel and contribute to our vibrant community.

All Wesley College scholarships balance both merit and means, recognising students' existing talents, achievements, academic performance and demonstration of strength of character.

Given the financial commitment of a Wesley education, our generous means-tested scholarship component is informed by the personal and financial circumstances of families shared through the scholarship application process.

Scholarships typically provide a 25 – 80 per cent reduction in tuition fees and, if applicable, are scaled for means. All scholarships last for the duration of the student’s time at the College. The number and value of scholarships are determined by the applicants’ ability to meet or exceed the scholarship criteria, assessment of the means component, and the availability of places.

Scholarships for 2026 are now open.

The range of scholarships available is outlined below:

Academic Excellence Scholarships

Academic Excellence Wesley Middle School Students

Academic Excellence scholarships are awarded to students entering Years 5, 7 and 10, who demonstrate academic excellence based on the results of a test and interview. 

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General Excellence Scholarships and Bursaries

The General Excellence scholarships are open to students entering Years 5 – 11 in who are well-rounded students and demonstrate a high level of academic performance and achievement in one or more of the following; sport, music, performance, art, leadership and community service.

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Boarding Scholarships and Bursaries

Wesley GlenWaverly Campus boarding house inside 600x400

Scholarships and bursaries for Learning in Residence (boarding) are available at the Glen Waverley campus to boarders entering Years 7, 8, 9, 10 or 11 who demonstrate strengths in academic and cocurricular endeavours and a commitment to contribute to the College and Learning in Residence community.

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Named Scholarships and Bursaries

Through the generosity of our donor community, we are pleased to offer a number of named scholarships and bursaries for students who meet the specific criteria outlined below.

Types of Academic Scholarships

Rennie Coutts
Academic Scholarship

For female students who demonstrate an interest in, and aptitude for, STEM based on the academic test and the supplementary 30-minute science-based written exercise.

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Nigel Cherk Memorial Academic Scholarship

For students wishing to attend the Glen Waverley Campus who demonstrate academic excellence based on the results of an academic test and interview and who merit financial assistance.

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Richard Ball Academic Scholarship

For students wishing to attend the St Kilda Road Campus who demonstrate academic excellence based on the results of an academic test and interview and who merit financial assistance.

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General Excellence Named Scholarships

Carlo and Tine Tabalujan Scholarship

For students who demonstrate bridge building and forging connections with Asia, who meet the criteria of the General Excellence scholarship and who merit financial assistance.

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NORMAN MENDELSON SCHOLARSHIP

For students who are of Ukrainian and/or Jewish background, who meet the criteria of the General Excellence scholarship and who merit financial assistance.

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Jimmy Wastell Bursary

For students who demonstrate achievement in a keyboard instrument and either currently play or have a desire to play the organ, who meet the criteria of the General Excellence scholarship and who merit financial assistance.

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BRUCE GREGORY BURSARY

For students who meet the criteria of the General Excellence scholarship and who merit financial assistance.

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Rob Webster Bursary

For students who meet the criteria of the General Excellence scholarship and who merit financial assistance.

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Tony Ayerbe Bursary

For a student commencing in year 10 who demonstrates good character, meets the General Excellence scholarship criteria, and merits financial assistance.

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"My family comes from humble beginnings and I’m first generation Australian. I was very fortunate to start at Wesley’s Elsternwick Campus on a General Excellence scholarship. Hard work and effort have been instilled in me from a young age and I was thrilled to achieve the highest possible ATAR of 99.95. It shows that determination and drive to succeed really do pay off! I am now studying a Bachelor of Science at the University of Melbourne and plan to go on to study medicine. I have immense gratitude for my teachers, the Wesley community and family and friends who have supported me throughout my journey."

Wesley student Sara Pisacane 400x400 Sara Pisacane (OW2021) - Former scholarship recipient