Geelong Grammar School offers a truly unique boarding experience. Most students at Corio Campus and all at Timbertop are boarders living away from home, totalling over 800 students combined. There are no limits to the friendships that can be fostered, and the global outlooks that can be formed as a Geelong Grammar School student.
We are committed to providing life-changing opportunities to young people who otherwise could not afford a GGS education, especially those from remote, rural, regional and Indigenous communities. Depending on the category awarded, successful Scholarship recipients may receive up to 75% remission for both tuition and boarding fees for the duration of their schooling at Geelong Grammar School, and up to 100% of day or boarding fees in extenuating circumstances.
We are seeking talented students who share the values of our School community, are highly committed to giving their personal best, and in doing so, act as positive role models for their peers and our School community.
Boarding scholarships are awarded to students who are entering the School across Year Levels 7 to 11. Each scholarship category has specific criteria for eligibility and the level of award. To decide which category to apply for, please refer to the table below:
| Category | Student Qualities | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Academic | - exceptional academic potential - demonstrated excellence across a broad range of disciplines | Academic ability based assessment |
| General Excellence* | - sound academic attitude and achievement - exemplary work ethic and character - all-round ability and enthusiasm across a broad range of disciplines. | Academic, attitude and character based assessment |
| Music | - exceptional music potential - demonstrated excellence in music and musical performance | Music performance based assessment |
| Sport* | - exceptional sporting promise at an elite level | Athletic ability based assessment |
Enthusiastic, well-rounded students are encouraged to apply for a General Excellence scholarship. (Rural and Regional Scholarships are offered within the General Excellence category).
For further information for the individual Scholarship categories, please visit:
General Excellence Scholarships
The Australian Government offers Boarding Scholarships for students from regional, rural and remote communities via the Commonwealth Regional Scholarship Program. Further information may be found here.