Scholarships
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PLC Armidale has a limited number of scholarships awarded on merit in the following categories: academic, all-rounder, boarding, creative and performing arts, and future leader.
In choosing the best school environment for your daughter, there are two key considerations:
The educational and learning benefit outcomes, along with the values and culture of learning she will be immersed in.
Since 1887, we have been educating girls of promise and potential. We understand and appreciate their specific needs. The evidence shows girls in an all-girl’s school perform better academically, are more confident to take on challenges and leadership roles, and are more likely to participate in sports and subjects like mathematics and the sciences.
Our rich heritage has been characterised by the consistent pursuit of rigorous academic endeavour and achievement. The creative and performing arts, leadership and service, learning, sports and outdoor challenge are the pillars of a PLC Armidale experience.
Many accomplished women have been beneficiaries of the scholarships and bursaries offered to girls of promise and potential. These girls from across NSW, have shown an appreciation of this opportunity through a commitment to their education and future endeavours.
President of the National Farmers Federation, Fiona Simson, was a recipient of a scholarship at PLC Armidale. So too was CEO of Fletcher International Exports, Melissa Fletcher, and Dr Nicole Sides, director of Compass Fertility and former ACT Business Woman of the Year, along with many more.
"I was lucky enough to enter PLC Armidale on an academic scholarship in Year 7. I had no idea just how much the skills I learned during my secondary schooling would influence my current career.”
Fiona Simson - Former NFF president and current Director of the World Farmers' Organisation
These Scholarships have been created from the generosity of generations of donors who wish to make a difference and are awarded to girls of promise and potential on merit.
Through the application and interview process, each scholarship recipient has demonstrated their worthiness and the contribution they will make to the College if awarded a scholarship.
Scholarships are available to Australian citizens and permanent residents of Australia.
An enrolment registration fee of $220 is payable by new students when applying for a scholarship.
Current students are also eligible to apply.
An interview with our principal, Mrs Nicola Taylor, or a senior member of staff is held before a scholarship is awarded.
All scholarship recipients must :
demonstrate sustained and due diligence in the completion of their academic studies
abide by all college rules and requirements
demonstrate respect and self-discipline as befits a PLC Armidale student
enthusiastically participate in college activities
actively participate in representative events pertaining to the category of scholarship awarded
Family accounts must be kept current at all times and not go into arrears.
Scholarship families are expected to contribute towards College events and fund-raising activities.
What Scholarships do we offer?
What Scholarships do we offer?
All-Rounder Scholarships are offered to girls who display high levels of achievement across various areas: academic endeavour, creative and performing arts; sports; outdoor challenges and social service. Supporting documentation must accompany all applications. Applications for 2027 Scholarships close on Friday, 13 February 2026. The academic assessment exam will be held on Thursday, 19 February 2026..
Boarding Scholarships are offered to girls seeking to strengthen their academic outcomes through the support of the Boarding House environment and who can demonstrate they will make a positive and productive contribution to the life and activities of the Boarding House.
These girls will have diverse interests and take part in activities that could be incorporated into the Boarding House. Applications for 2027 Scholarships close on Friday, 13 February 2026. The academic assessment exam will be held on Thursday, 19 February 2026.
The Future Leader Scholarship was established in 2019 for girls entering years 7 and 10. Girls of promise and potential from regional Australia who have demonstrated leadership qualities and experience and who are great communicators and critical thinkers, are encouraged to apply. Recipients will be provided with partial remission of tuition fees only for the full term of enrolment. Scholarships do not cover textbooks, uniforms, excursions, technology fees, individual subject fees or boarding fees.
Your application should include details of leadership experiences eg. School Captain in Year 6 and/or Sports team/Musical ensemble, and community service activities. It should also include two character references and your current Principal's recommendation. Applications for 2027 Scholarships must be submitted by Friday, 13 February 2026. The academic assessment exam will be held on Thursday, 19 February 2026.
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Academic Scholarships are open to Senior School girls who demonstrate outstanding academic performance and provide students with part remission of tuition fees only for the full term of enrolment. Scholarships do not cover textbooks, uniforms, excursions, technology fees, individual subject fees, or boarding fees. An academic assessment exam is held in Term 1 of each year. In 2026, it will be held on the morning of Thursday, 19 February. Applications to sit this 2026 Scholarship Exam close on Friday, 13 February 2026.
Creative and Performing Arts Scholarships incorporate Dance, Design, Drama, Music, Speech and Visual Arts.
These scholarships are open to students entering any grade who demonstrate a high level of achievement in one or more creative arts disciplines and will contribute towards their pursuing these endeavours. All music scholarship holders must participate in the College Choir and school ensembles as appropriate and perform in at least two in-house concerts per year. The presentation of a portfolio (which can be in electronic form) in conjunction with an audition (if applicable) is required. Applications for 2027 Scholarships close on Friday, 13 February 2026. If a performance assessment is required, it will be held later in Term 1 of 2026.
Scholarships have provided opportunities to many PLC Armidale graduates over many years who have progressed their love of learning to tertiary studies and continued on to excel in a diverse range of successful careers.
Specific conditions and length of tenure will vary depending on the particular type of scholarship and will be outlined in the successful applicant's letter of offer.
Scholarship recipients and/or their families may also be invited to comment on how the scholarship has been of assistance to them for future promotional purposes.
Upon graduation, scholarship recipients will also be expected to consider contributing to the future development of PLC Armidale’s culture of giving.
For more information, please contact us on Tel: (+612) 6770 1700 or email enrolments@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au
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