As a long-standing Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition, Parade College is a vibrant learning community offering best practice education and pastoral care to its students to foster fullness of life and holistic growth for all. Students are engaged in dynamic education so that they can be empowered to be independent and confident, pursuing excellence in their learning.
Parade College scholarships have been established to acknowledge and foster the development of our students with special talents and to encourage their contributions within the school and wider community. As well as being highly competitive, our academic scholarship is also an opportunity to recognise those students in our community who possess an outstanding academic record whilst also contributing actively to many facets of College life.
The number of scholarships awarded each year is dependent upon the quality of the applicants and the availability of places. All scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Principal and are subject to annual review. Further information about 2026 Scholarship eligibility for both new and current students and application information is available below.
Applications for the Lou Arthur Memorial Academic Scholarship will be accepted from current Parade College Year 8 students for Year 9 2026 and Year 10 2027.
Successful applicants must have a strong commitment to their academic performance and display a desire and willingness to make a valuable contribution to the College community. Students will be required to complete the ACER HAST (Higher Ability Selection Test), and will also be assessed on their responses to application questions and supporting documentation. An interview with a panel of senior staff members for short-listed candidates is an integral part of the process of awarding scholarships.
The Lou Arthur Memorial Academic Scholarship will carry between 50% - 100% remission of tuition fees until the end of Year 10 and will be reviewed annually on the basis of consistent academic performance and contribution to school life.
Applications for the Lou Arthur Memorial Academic Scholarship are now open.
This scholarship is offered to new students who enrol in our VCE Vocational Major program (VCE VM) at our co-educational Preston Campus, and who demonstrate the potential to be outstanding contributors in their chosen field of interest within one of the following VCE VM Programs at Preston:
- Sport Academy
- Business Academy
- Applied Learning Pathway
Applications will be assessed for new students enrolling at Preston Campus in Year 11 2026. Successful applicants must display a strong desire and willingness to make a valuable contribution to the College community.
An interview with a member of the College Leadership Team for short-listed candidates is an integral part of the process of awarding a scholarship. Applicants are also assessed on their responses to application questions and relevant supporting documentation.
VCE VM Scholarships may be awarded up to the value of 100% remission of tuition fees (excluding any levies or additional costs) for the duration of the student's enrolment and will be reviewed annually on the basis of consistent academic performance, positive behaviour and contribution to school life.
For further information regarding Academic Scholarship Programs at Parade College, please contact the Coordinator of the Gifted and Talented Programs at scholarships@parade.vic.edu.au
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