Scholarships
Scholars of Character
Oxley Christian College welcomes students who excel academically, demonstrate leadership and embody Christian values. We recognise and support students of outstanding character who are dedicated to academic achievement and developing their innate talents.
Academic Scholarship
Our Academic Scholarship Program recognises and supports students who excel academically, live our Christian values, and participate in co-curricular activities. We award scholarships based on a review of grades, work habits, behaviour, attendance and community involvement.
Student Profile
Principal’s Discretionary Scholarship
A limited number of Principal’s Discretionary Scholarships may be offered by the college to recognize exceptional students who excel in Music, Performing Arts, or Sport, providing valuable support to help them flourish.
An Oxley scholarship student will maintain high academic standards and participate in co-curricular activities. They are students with strong work habits and consistent attendance, that sets a positive role model for their peers.
An Oxley Academic Scholarship Student:
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to the Christian values upheld by the College.
• Maintains high academic standing with a minimum A average.
• Shows proven contribution to the College’s co-curricular program.
• Maintains strong and effective work habits.
• Maintains consistent attendance with a minimum of 90%.
Scholarships Available
Currently Oxley offers the following Academic Scholarships:
For current students:
• Year 7
• Year 8
• Year 9
• Year 10
For students considering enrolment:
• Year 5
• Year 7
• Year 8&9
• Year 10
• Year 11
Application Process
Portfolio Submission
In addition to a test, Oxley requires students to submit a portfolio. This portfolio will include NAPLAN results, teacher’s reports showing consistently high results, plus any notable co-curricular or extra curricular activities, leadership roles, or competition results.
As part of their portfolio students will also answer questions to illustrate how they intend to reach their goals. Questions will centre on values, time management, and their past experiences.
Apply Online
Scholarship Applications will be able to be made From November 1, on the Oxley website. Applicants must supply a cover sheet.
Sit the Test
If applying for an Academic Scholarship, students may sit the Edutest held at Oxley in early February. This is typically held on a Saturday morning. Please note if an applicant completes an Edutest in the same cycle at another institution, they need not sit a second one.
Interview and Recommendation to Principal
If a student’s portfolio and test results are of a high standard, the applicant will be invited to interview and discuss their portfolio questions. If successful, applicants will be recommended to the Principal and the appropraite Scholarship % will be awarded.
While Oxley does not charge an application fee for Scholarship applicants, our testing partner Edutest charges a test fee. This is typically around $100, the precise fee is released from November 1.
More information.
To find out more information you can visit our website oxley.vic.edu.au/scholarships or contact our Scholarships Coordinator at scholarships@oxley.vic.edu.au.
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