A Ruyton scholarship will provide your daughter with the opportunity to achieve her personal best academically and participate in a broad range of co-curricular experiences. She will be a member of a community where girls are prepared for a lifetime of learning, leadership and engagement in our global community.
Our scholarships provide students with access to an outstanding holistic education in a leading girls’ school. Given the size and culture of Ruyton, every student has access to a broad range of academic and co-curricular opportunities where they can challenge themselves to try new things, discover and develop further their talents and achieve their personal best.
All students applying for scholarships are required to sit a scholarship examination conducted by external providers at Ruyton, usually scheduled in March of each year.
Shortlisted applicants are assessed on the strength of their academic profile (schools reports, scholarship test), application and interview.
A scholarship at Ruyton is a commitment from our school to enrich a student’s future. Such an opportunity carries a responsibility on the part of the student. Scholarships are awarded on merit and are reviewed each year.
Successful scholarship candidates are expected to contribute fully to the life of the School and complete Year 12 at Ruyton.
Candidates for this scholarship demonstrate strong academic potential, a love of learning and engagement in the life of their School.
Eligibility
- Year 5 Entry.
- Open to students currently attending Ruyton or another school.
- Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or temporary resident.
Candidates for this scholarship demonstrate academic excellence, a love of learning and engagement in the life of their School.
Eligibility
- Year 7 Entry (open to students currently attending Ruyton or another school).
- Year 9, 10 and 11 Entry (open to students currently attending another school).
- Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or temporary resident
Suitable candidates for this scholarship are competing at state or national level in athletics, cross country and/or swimming.
Eligibility
- Year 7 Entry (open to students currently attending Ruyton or another school).
- Year 9, 10 and 11 Entry (open to students attending another school).
- Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or temporary resident.
Suitable candidates for this scholarship demonstrate a high level of achievement in the Performing Arts (Dance, Drama and/ or Music).
Eligibility
- Year 7 Entry (open to students currently attending Ruyton or another school).
- Year 9, 10 and 11 Entry (open to students currently attending another school).
- Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or temporary resident.
Suitable candidates for this scholarship are service driven and passionate about driving lasting change both within their school and the wider community. They strive to create a culture of equity and inclusion and advocate for people and causes of significance.
Eligibility
- Year 7 Entry (open to students currently attending Ruyton or another school).
- Year 9, 10 and 11 Entry (open to students currently attending another school).
- Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or temporary resident.
The scholarship provides financial assistance to a girl who would otherwise be unable to experience a Ruyton education, the Founders' Scholarship recognises academic potential and engagement.
Eligibility
- Year 7 -11 Entry (open to students currently attending another school).
- Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or temporary resident.
- Applicants will be required to complete a financial eligibility questionnaire.
Scholarship Application Process
- Completed online applications must be submitted by 7 February 2025.
- The scholarship examination will be held on Saturday 15 February 2025. All applicants must attend this assessment.
- Short-listed candidates will be contacted in early March and required to attend an interview with the Principal or the Principal’s delegate. (Please note that an invitation to attend an interview does not guarantee that a student will be offered a scholarship.)
- Successful shortlisted candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application immediately after their interview.
Unsuccessful Applicants
Candidates will be provided with a copy of their assessment results and an outcome of their application via email in late May 2025.
