Bursaries

2027 Chanel College Bursary Program

At Chanel College, we believe that a quality Catholic education should be accessible to every young person, regardless of their family’s financial situation. Through our new School Fee Bursary Program, recipients and their families are given the life-changing opportunity to experience our rich and vibrant learning environment. Launching as a pilot initiative for the 2027 school year, this program is designed specifically to support families who, under normal circumstances, may not be able to consider the College as an option.

In partnership with Catholic Education – Diocese of Rockhampton, this pilot program provides targeted fee assistance to eligible students, reflecting the Church’s deep commitment to justice and inclusion. Families experiencing genuine financial hardship who are interested in joining our community in 2027 are warmly encouraged to apply.

During the application process, you will be asked to provide information regarding your financial circumstances, your child’s commitment to learning, and your family’s reasons for seeking support.

Applications for 2027 bursaries open on Monday 7th September and close on Friday 30th October 2026.

Please submit your completed bursary application forms to enrolments@chanelcollege.qld.edu.au no later than Friday 30th October 2026. For any questions regarding our bursaries, please do not hesitate to contact the Chanel College Finance Manager.

• Be entering Years 7 to 11 at Chanel College in 2027 as a new enrolment.
• Be an Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen or holder of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa.
• Demonstrate genuine financial hardship that would otherwise be a barrier to accessing Catholic education.
• Submit a separate application for each student seeking bursary support, including all required supporting documentation.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the College’s Catholic identity, student learning, respectful behaviour, regular attendance and positive engagement in College life.

1. Complete the Chanel College School Fee Bursary Application Form. For assistance with completing the application, please contact the College finance office.
2. Attach the required supporting documentation.
3. Submit the application to the College by the advertised closing date.
4. Applications will be treated confidentially and assessed against the published eligibility criteria.
5. Unsuccessful applications will be advised as soon as possible.
6. Successful applicants should complete an online enrolment application shortly after being advised of their Bursary offer (if they have not already done so).

Applicants will be asked to provide recent evidence such as payslips, Centrelink statements, Health Care Card details, taxation information, bank statements, evidence of major expenses, separation or custody arrangements, medical or compassionate circumstances, and any other documentation reasonably required to assess financial need.

• The bursary is awarded for the 2027 school year only.
• The bursary is per student and is not automatically extended to siblings.
• The bursary is not transferable, not redeemable for cash and cannot be used at another school.
• Any ongoing financial assistance after 2027 must be considered through the Principal’s hardship concession process.