Academic Excellence

  • These scholarships are available to students entering Years 7, 8 9, 10 and 11
  • All applicants will sit for an academic examination, which will be the major criterion for selection, which will be held on Friday 12 February 2027
  • The scholarship will cover a percentage of the academic tuition fee
  • A demonstrated high level of excellence and achievement in a field of endeavour related to school life, such as the performing arts, creative arts or sport may also be seen as an advantage
  • Students currently attending Xavier College are eligible to apply
  • The successful applicants will need to demonstrate a willingness to participate fully in the life of the College.

How to Apply

Xavier College’s Scholarship process is conducted in association with independent testing company ACER with a fee of $190.00.

Please click Academic Excellence Scholarship, which will take you to the ACER website where application and payment can be made from Wednesday 5 November 2026.

2028 SCHOLARSHIP KEY DATES
Registrations Open: 
Thursday 5 November 2026
Registrations Close: 
Friday 29 January, 2027
Scholarship exam: 
Friday 12 February, 2027
Music Auditions
(shortlisted only): 
Monday 15 February, 2027
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