At Mother Teresa Catholic College, we are committed to supporting our community and ensuring that all families have the opportunity to experience the excellence of a Catholic education. Each year, we are proud to offer a limited number of financial assistance options to help alleviate the financial burdens for eligible families. Our goal is to make a high-quality, values-based education accessible to as many students as possible, regardless of their financial circumstances.

We invite you to explore the available assistance options and learn more about how we can partner with you to provide a nurturing and empowering educational experience for your child.

Available Scholarships

  • 2025 Academic Scholarships for Year 7 and Year 10 Students

    We are excited to announce the 2025 Academic Scholarships, available exclusively to current Mother Teresa Catholic College students entering Year 7 or Year 10 this year!

    The scholarship assessments will take place on Saturday, 22 March 2025, from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm. To secure your spot, please complete the application form below.

    These prestigious three-year scholarships recognise exceptional academic performance based on results from the ACER Cooperative Scholarship Testing Program (CSTP).

    Scholarship recipients may receive partial or full academic tuition, depending on their performance and the number of successful applicants.

    Eligibility is reviewed annually to ensure scholarship holders continue to meet the high standards required.

    For families outside of our community, don’t miss your opportunity—external students are encouraged to apply for the 2026 scholarships.

    Apply today! For more information, contact Mrs. Paige Alava at (08) 9591 7100 or via email at Paige.Mckenzie@cewa.edu.au. Please note that late applications cannot be accepted.

    Please note there is an application fee of $110.00 AUD to sit this exam.

    We wish all applicants the best of luck on their journey toward excellence!

    Apply for the 2025 Scholarship

    Apply for the 2026 Scholarship

  • Mother Teresa Catholic College takes great pride in offering the Arts Scholarship, available to students who demonstrate a profound dedication to advancing and enriching the College’s commitment to the Arts.

    This prestigious award is designed to recognise and support individuals who exhibit an unwavering eagerness to foster the growth and prominence of artistic endeavours within our community.

    To be considered for the Arts Scholarship, candidates must:

    • Showcase exceptional aptitude and commitment across diverse arts disciplines.

    • Display a genuine passion for the arts and contribute to the vibrant cultural life of the College.

    Through this scholarship, we aim to celebrate and nurture students with exceptional talent, passion, and dedication to the arts.

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  • Mother Teresa Catholic College is committed to ensuring that all students have access to a quality Catholic Education.

    The College is offering an Aboriginal Student Bursary because of our commitment to work with Aboriginal people to assist in providing broad career opportunities for young Aboriginal people. The provision of Aboriginal Bursaries complements the current schemes, which assist families with financial difficulties and support students with other special needs.

    SELECTION CRITERIA

    To apply for an Aboriginal bursary at Mother Teresa Catholic College, the applicant must:

    • Seek a Catholic education.

    • Demonstrate regular attendance at Mother Teresa Catholic College with a minimum of 80% attendance per semester.

    • Possess a desire to attend a Catholic secondary College, with intentions to pursue a career upon Year 12 graduation.

    • Have a positive attitude towards learning, together with sound literacy skills.

    • Have sound cultural awareness and be able to share one’s Aboriginal heritage with peers.

    • Participate in extracurricular activities that promote a deep desire for full involvement in College life, including (but not limited to): school choir, homework club, after-school sport, or be employed on a casual or part-time basis.

    • The Principal must provide a reference. 

    • Have his/her application endorsed by a member of the Catholic Education Aboriginal Committee (CEAC) or an Aboriginal Corporation to ensure that the student fulfils the definition of being Aboriginal*.

     In order that the application be processed, parents must be supportive of their child’s learning endeavours.

    *The official definition of Aboriginality that is accepted by government and Aboriginal community is a three-part definition.

    1. Is of Aboriginal (or Torres Strait Islander) descent

    2. Identifies as Aboriginal

    3. Is accepted as Aboriginal by the Aboriginal community in which he/she lives.

    DOWNLOAD APPLICATION HERE

  • The Music Bursary at Mother Teresa Catholic College is awarded to students who demonstrate an exceptional level of talent, passion, and commitment to the field of music. This bursary recognises individuals who actively contribute to the growth and prominence of music within our College, helping to cultivate a thriving musical community.

    To be considered for the Music Bursary, candidates must:

    • Show a high level of musical ability and commitment.

    • Contribute meaningfully to the music culture at the College, through performance, leadership, or other artistic endeavors.

    Through this bursary, we seek to support and encourage students who are dedicated to advancing their musical journey and enhancing the artistic culture at Mother Teresa Catholic College.

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