Mother Teresa Catholic College are proud to offer the following forms of assistance to a limited number of families, annually.
Middle School Scholarships
Students in Year 6, entering Mother Teresa Catholic College in Year 7 are invited to sit a written examination covering Literacy and Numeracy. The Scholarship will be awarded to the top performing students. The College offers up to four Scholarships to the value of the tuition fees for academically able students. Each Scholarship is tenable for Years 7, 8, 9. The Principal reserves the right to withdraw a Scholarship should the recipient underachieve or seriously breach College rules and regulations.
Senior School Scholarships
Students in Year 9, entering Mother Teresa Catholic College in Year 10 are invited to sit a written examination covering Literacy and Numeracy. The Scholarship will be awarded to the top performing students. The College offers up to four Scholarships to the value of the tuition fees for academically able students. Each Scholarship is tenable for Years 10, 11, 12. The Principal reserves the right to withdraw a Scholarship should the recipient underachieve or seriously breach College rules and regulations
Aboriginal Bursary
Mother Teresa Catholic College is committed to ensuring that all students have access to a quality Catholic Education. The College is offering an Aboriginal Student Bursary because of our commitment to work with Aboriginal people to assist in providing broad career opportunities for young Aboriginal people. The provision of Aboriginal Bursaries complements the current schemes which assist families with financial difficulties and supports students with other special needs.
SELECTION CRITERIA
To apply for an Aboriginal bursary at Mother Teresa Catholic College, the applicant must:
Seek a Catholic education.
Demonstrate regular attendance at Mother Teresa Catholic College with a minimum of 80% attendance per semester.
Possess a desire to attend a Catholic Secondary College, with intentions to pursue a career upon Year 12 graduation.
Have a positive attitude towards learning, together with sound literacy skills.
Have sound cultural awareness and be able to share one’s Aboriginal heritage with peers.
Participate in extra-curricular activities that promote a deep desire for full involvement in college life, including (but not limited to): school choir, homework club, after school sport or be employed on a casual or part time basis.
The Principal must provide a reference.
Have his/her application endorsed by a member of the Catholic Education Aboriginal Committee (CEAC) or an Aboriginal Corporation to ensure that the student fulfils the definition of being Aboriginal*.
In order that the application be processed, parents must be supportive of their child’s learning endeavours.
*The official definition of Aboriginality that is accepted by government and Aboriginal community is a three-part definition.
1. Is of Aboriginal (or Torres Strait Islander) descent
2. Identifies as Aboriginal
3. Is accepted as Aboriginal by the Aboriginal community in which he/she lives.
For further information on College Scholarships and Bursaries, contact:
admin@motherteresa.wa.edu.au
+61 (8) 9591 7100
The Arts Scholarships & Bursaries
Mother Teresa Catholic College takes great pride in offering The Arts Scholarship and Music Bursary, both of which are available to students who embody a profound dedication to advancing and enriching the College's commitment to The Arts. To be considered for these prestigious awards, students must exhibit an unwavering eagerness to foster the growth and prominence of artistic endeavours within our college.
Additionally, candidates must showcase an exceptional level of commitment and display genuine aptitude across diverse arts disciplines within the community. Through these scholarships and bursaries, we aim to recognise and support individuals who exemplify exceptional talent, passion, and dedication to the arts, contributing to the vibrant artistic culture of Mother Teresa Catholic College.
To apply for the 2024 Arts Scholarship or Music Tuition Bursary, please fill in the form below.
For further information, contact Arts Administrator, Mr Jon Lambert:
jon.lambert@cewa.edu.au