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Mercy Scholarship Application

Please read carefully the instructions and provide the required information and documentation.

1. Student Information

Student Name(Required)

First Name Given Name Last Name

Date of Birth(Required)

Religion(Required)

2026 Current School Year(Required)

2026 Current School Attending(Required)

2. Parent/Guardian Information

Parent/Guardian 1 Name(Required)

Title First Name Surname

Parent/Guardian 1 Email(Required)

Parent/Guardian 1 Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 Suburb Postcode

Home Phone(Required)

Work Phone

Religion(Required)

Occupation(Required)

Parent/Guardian 2 Name

Title First Name Surname

Parent/Guardian 2 Email

Parent 2 Address

Street Address Address Line 2 Suburb Postcode

Home Phone

Work Phone

Religion

Occupation

Our family/household income is below $150,000**(Required)

Yes

Please note: you will be required to provide proof of income should you be shortlisted.
** To meet criteria for this Scholarship, families must meet the low-income threshold at time of application only.

3. Application – Student Personal Statement

Personal Statement – Applicant (500 words)(Required)

Each applicant must submit a short Personal Statement (less than 500 words) that explains why they are applying for the scholarship and how their personal and academic goals align with expected education benefit at Mercedes College.
The personal statement must reflect the student's own voice, thoughts, and experiences. Parents or guardians are asked not to write or heavily edit this document, as it provides insight into the student’s unique perspective.

4. Category Choice and Portfolio Upload

Application Upload Page(Required)

Applicants may submit a portfolio under ONE of the following categories: Academic Excellence, The Arts (Dance, Drama, Music or Visual Arts), Sport, Community Service, or Leadership.
Select your category below for a list of required documents and portfolio upload.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

THE ARTS: DANCE

THE ARTS: DRAMA

THE ARTS: MUSIC

THE ARTS: VISUAL ARTS

SPORT

COMMUNITY SERVICE

LEADERSHIP

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Please submit the following documents for an Academic Excellence portfolio.
Required:

Copies of 2 recent academic reports, highlighting your scholastic achievements.
Copy of most recent NAPLAN results.

Optional:

Copies of awards, certificates, or other recognition of academic excellence.
A detailed record of involvement in Academic extracurricular pursuits. Please include the nature of your involvement, demonstrating leadership, teamwork, outstanding achievement or dedication where applicable.
Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, coaches, or supervisors who can provide insight into character, work ethic, and suitability for the scholarship. Recommenders should have a meaningful relationship with the applicant and be able to attest to their capabilities in a professional manner.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 32 MB.

THE ARTS: DANCE

Please submit the following documents for The Arts: Dance portfolio.
Required:

Copies of 2 recent academic reports, highlighting your scholastic achievements.
Copy of most recent NAPLAN results.
Copies of awards, certificates, or other recognition of Dance excellence.

Optional:

A detailed record of involvement in Dance extracurricular pursuits. Please include the nature of your involvement, demonstrating leadership, teamwork, outstanding achievement or dedication where applicable.
Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, coaches, or supervisors who can provide insight into character, work ethic, and suitability for the scholarship. Recommenders should have a meaningful relationship with the applicant and be able to attest to their capabilities in a professional manner.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 32 MB.

Optional: Video of a dance audition (2 minutes maximum)

Please upload your video to an external file sharing site and add the link to the video file below (e.g. Dropbox, Google Drive, YouTube).

THE ARTS: DRAMA

Please submit the following documents for The Arts: Drama portfolio. Required:

Copies of 2 recent academic reports, highlighting your scholastic achievements.
Copy of most recent NAPLAN results.
Copies of awards, certificates, or other recognition of Drama excellence.

Optional:

A detailed record of involvement in Drama extracurricular pursuits. Please include the nature of your involvement, demonstrating leadership, teamwork, outstanding achievement or dedication where applicable.
Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, coaches, or supervisors who can provide insight into character, work ethic, and suitability for the scholarship. Recommenders should have a meaningful relationship with the applicant and be able to attest to their capabilities in a professional manner.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 32 MB.

Optional: Video of a drama monologue audition (2 minutes maximum)

Please upload your video to an external file sharing site and add the link to the video file below (e.g. Dropbox, Google Drive, Youtube).

THE ARTS: MUSIC

Please submit the following documents for The Arts: Music portfolio: Required:

Copies of 2 recent academic reports, highlighting your scholastic achievements.
Copy of most recent NAPLAN results.
Copies of awards, certificates, or other recognition of Music excellence.

Optional:

A detailed record of involvement in Music extracurricular pursuits. Please include the nature of your involvement, demonstrating leadership, teamwork, outstanding achievement or dedication where applicable.
Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, coaches, or supervisors who can provide insight into character, work ethic, and suitability for the scholarship. Recommenders should have a meaningful relationship with the applicant and be able to attest to their capabilities in a professional manner.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 32 MB.

Optional: Video of a Music audition, either vocal or instrumental performance (2 minutes maximum).

Please upload your video to an external file sharing site and add the link to the video file below (e.g. Dropbox, Google Drive, YouTube).

THE ARTS: VISUAL ARTS

Please submit the following documents for The Arts: Visual Arts portfolio: Required:

Copies of 2 recent academic reports, highlighting your scholastic achievements.
Copy of most recent NAPLAN results.
A description of your chosen art discipline and application.
Copies of awards, certificates, or other recognition of Visual Arts excellence AND/OR copies of recent Visual Arts work.
A short reflection on the purpose, intent, and meaning of your artwork and how it relates to your personal perspective.

Optional:

A detailed record of involvement in Visual Arts extracurricular pursuits. Please include the nature of your involvement, demonstrating leadership, teamwork, outstanding achievement or dedication where applicable.
Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, coaches, or supervisors who can provide insight into character, work ethic, and suitability for the scholarship. Recommenders should have a meaningful relationship with the applicant and be able to attest to their capabilities in a professional manner.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 32 MB.

Optional: Multimedia art video (2 minutes maximum).

Please upload your video to an external file sharing site and add the link to the video file below (e.g. Dropbox, Google Drive, YouTube).

SPORT

Please submit the following documents for a Sport portfolio: Required:

Copies of 2 recent academic reports, highlighting your scholastic achievements.
Copy of most recent NAPLAN results.
List of current sport clubs and affiliations. Please include the nature of your involvement, demonstrating leadership, teamwork, outstanding achievement or dedication where applicable.
Copies of awards, certificates, or other recognition of Sport excellence.

Optional:

Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, coaches, or supervisors who can provide insight into character, work ethic, and suitability for the scholarship. Recommenders should have a meaningful relationship with the applicant and be able to attest to their capabilities in a professional manner.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 32 MB.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Please submit the following documents for a Community Service portfolio: Required:

Copies of 2 recent academic reports, highlighting your scholastic achievements.
Copy of most recent NAPLAN results.
Evidence of participation in community service activities.
Letter of acknowledgement to validate community service hours.

Optional:

Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, coaches, or supervisors who can provide insight into character, work ethic, and suitability for the scholarship. Recommenders should have a meaningful relationship with the applicant and be able to attest to their capabilities in a professional manner.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 32 MB.

LEADERSHIP

Please submit the following documents for a Leadership portfolio: Required:

Copies of 2 recent academic reports, highlighting your scholastic achievements.
Copy of most recent NAPLAN results.
Evidence of leadership roles. Examples: positions held, certificates of recognition, or endorsement from relevant school, companies, or authorities.

Optional:

Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, coaches, or supervisors who can provide insight into character, work ethic, and suitability for the scholarship. Recommenders should have a meaningful relationship with the applicant and be able to attest to their capabilities in a professional manner.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 32 MB.

5. Parent/Guardian Endorsement

Parent Endorsement(Required)

Parents must complete a Personal Statement (less than 500 words) that explains why Mercedes College aligns with the vision and goals align of their daughter and family.

PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE(Required)

I/We affirm that:

I/We am/are the parents/carers of the applicant of this application for a Scholarship to Mercedes College.
All Information given in this statement and any attachments are correct to the best of my/our knowledge, information, and belief.
I/We understand this Scholarship includes criteria of financial status with Household income below $150,000, at time of application only. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to present proof of income via (most recent) Tax Return and Notice of Assessment, Pay slip(s) or Statement of Earnings from Employer(s).
I/We agree to support the expectations and policies of the College and the ‘Conditions of Acceptance’ if my/our child is granted a scholarship.

Mercy Scholarship Application

1. Student Information

2. Parent/Guardian Information

3. Application – Student Personal Statement

4. Category Choice and Portfolio Upload

5. Parent/Guardian Endorsement

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