Scholarships

The Old Launcestonians' Association (OLA) Scholarship is now open to new and existing students entering Grade 11 in 2026 and whose parent(s), grandparent(s) or a near relative graduated from Launceston Grammar or Broadland House.

This Scholarship offers up to 25% remission on tuition fees for up to two students for Grade 11 and Grade 12. 

Applicants must demonstrate excellence and achievement in at least two of the following fields: Academic; Leadership and Community Service; or Sport.  

 OLA Scholarship recipients are expected to meet the following criteria: 

• Setting a good example in every respect inside and outside the classroom;
• Demonstrating positive School spirit;
• Willingly meeting all obligations as defined by staff;
• Being involved in and supporting school functions and activities;
• Being exemplary in their appearance and wearing of the School uniform;
• Making a full contribution to the School’s co-curricular activities program and to the general life of the School; and
• Continuing their enrolment at the School to the end of Grade 12.

Current scholarship holders are eligible to apply. Please note, however, that scholarships awarded by the School are not to exceed 50% of the total tuition fees, regardless of the number of scholarships awarded to a student.

How To Apply - Current Students

1. Students are to submit a handwritten letter (minimum of 1 A4 page) to our Principal, Mr Dale Bennett, addressing the above criteria and explaining what it would mean to them and for Launceston Grammar if they were to be awarded this scholarship.
2. Scan and send the student letter, along with their current CV to our Enrolments Team via email enrolments@lcgs.tas.edu.au.
3. Applicants will then be invited to participate in an interview with our Principal, Mr Dale Bennett and OLA Committee members in Term 4.

How To Apply - New Students 

1. Complete the Online Application Form.
2. Students are to submit a handwritten letter (minimum of 1 A4 page) to our Principal, Mr Dale Bennett, addressing the above criteria and explaining what it would mean to them and for Launceston Grammar if they were to be awarded this scholarship.
3. Scan and send the student letter, along with their current CV to our Enrolments Team via email enrolments@lcgs.tas.edu.au.
4. Applicants will then be invited to participate in an interview with our Principal, Mr Dale Bennett and OLA Committee members in Term 4.

Applications closed on Friday 26 September 2025.

The WO Layh Scholarship is open to new and existing students entering Grades 7 to 12 in 2026, who meet one of the following criteria:

• a ward of Legacy.
• a child or grandchild of a member of Legacy or Australian service personnel.
• a student whose financial circumstances would otherwise prevent them from enrolling at Launceston Grammar.

Where an application is made for this scholarship on financial grounds, means-testing will apply. In such cases, applicants must submit a completed Financial Information Form, together with supporting financial documentation as part of their application.

All applicants must demonstrate excellence and achievement in at least two of the following fields: Academic; Leadership and Community Service; and Sport.

Recipients of this scholarship are expected to meet the following criteria: 

• Setting a good example in every respect inside and outside the classroom;
• Demonstrating positive School spirit;
• Willingly meeting all obligations as defined by staff;
• Being involved in and supporting School functions and activities;
• Being exemplary in their appearance and wearing of the School’s uniform;
• Making a full contribution to the School’s co-curricular activities program and to the general life of the School;
• Continuing their enrolment at the School to the end of Grade 12. 

Current scholarship holders are eligible to apply for this scholarship. However, scholarships awarded by the School are not to exceed 50% of the total tuition fees, regardless of the number of scholarships awarded to a student.  

As part of the online application form, we ask that the student submit a handwritten letter (minimum of 1 A4 page) to our Principal, Mr Dale Bennett, addressing the above criteria and explaining what it would mean to them and for Launceston Grammar if they were to be awarded this special scholarship. Please scan and upload this when requested in the online form. 

Applicants will then be invited to participate in an interview with our Principal, Mr Dale Bennett and a Legacy Committee member in Term 4. 

Applications close on Friday 3 October.

• Applications Open: November 2025
• Application Deadlines:
  • Academic Scholarships:  Monday 16 February 2025
  • Academic Scholarship Exam: Monday 23 February 2026
  • Other Scholarships: TBC
• Principal Interviews: March–May 2026
• Scholarship Offers Finalised: June 2026 

Open to new and existing students entering Grade 7 or Grade 10 in 2027.

Applicants must be available to participate in independent Academic Testing, scheduled to occur on Monday 23 February 2026 at the Senior Campus, Mowbray.

The Academic Testing spans various disciplines including general reasoning and problem solving, mathematics achievement and reasoning, reading comprehension, and written expression.

The online Academic Scholarship Application Form automatically registers an applicant to participate in the Academic Testing. When applying for this scholarship, please note that a non-refundable application fee of $150 is payable.

In applying, students are requested to provide a handwritten letter addressed to the Principal outlining their reason for applying and their particular strengths in a field of endeavour.

Applications for Academic Scholarships will open in November 2025. Please check back soon for more information.

Open to new and existing students entering Grade 7 or Grade 10 in 2027.

In applying, students are requested to provide a handwritten letter addressed to the Principal outlining their particular strengths, achievements and potential in at least two of the following fields:

• Academic
• Leadership and community
• The Arts (music, performing arts, visual arts)*
• Sport*

* Scholarships that recognise The Arts or sport are required to meet additional conditions, including the ongoing study of the specific subject area and participation in the School’s extra-curricular program throughout the tenure of the scholarship.

Students are encouraged to upload supporting documentation on the online application form, under ‘Additional Documentation’. 

When applying for this scholarship, please note that a non-refundable application fee of $110 is payable.

Applications for 2027 General Scholarships will open in November 2025. Check back soon for more information.  

The Old Launcestonians’ Association 2027 Scholarships are open to new and existing students entering Grade 11 in 2027 and whose parent(s), grandparent(s) or a near relative graduated from Launceston Grammar or Broadland House.

Applicants must demonstrate excellence and achievement in at least two of the following fields: Academic; Leadership and Community Service; and Sport.

Recipients of the OLA Scholarship are expected to meet the following criteria:

• Setting a good example in every respect inside and outside the classroom;
• Demonstrating positive School spirit;
• Willingly meeting all obligations as defined by staff;
• Being involved in and supporting school functions and activities;
• Being exemplary in their appearance and wearing of the School’s uniform;
• Making a full contribution to the School’s co-curricular activities program and to the general life of the School;
• Attend an OLA Committee meeting (on invitation) to address members during their final semester; and
• Continue their enrolment at the School to the end of Grade 12.

Current scholarship holders are eligible to apply for this scholarship. However, scholarships awarded by the School are not to exceed 50% of the total tuition fees, regardless of the number of scholarships awarded to a student.

As part of the online application form, we ask that the student submit a handwritten letter (minimum of 1 A4 page) to our Principal, Mr Dale Bennett, addressing the above criteria and explaining what it would mean to them and for Launceston Grammar if they were to be awarded this special scholarship. Please scan and upload this when requested in the online form. 

When applying for this scholarship, please note that a non-refundable application fee of $110 is payable.

Applicants will then be invited to participate in an interview with our Principal, Mr Dale Bennett and OLA Committee members in Term 4, 2026.

Applications for the 2027 OLA Scholarship will open in November 2025. Please check back soon for more information.

Open to new students entering Grades 5 to 12 in 2027 who reside in regional or rural areas of Tasmania or mainland Australia and board on a full-time basis.

In applying, students are requested to provide a handwritten letter addressed to the Principal demonstrating a strong commitment to their studies and capability and achievement in at least two of the following fields:

• Academic
• Leadership and community
• The Arts (Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts)*
• Sport*

* Scholarships that recognise the Arts or Sport are required to meet additional conditions, including the ongoing study of the specific subject area and participation in the School’s extra-curricular program throughout the tenure of the scholarship.

When applying for this scholarship, please note that a non-refundable application fee of $110 is payable.

Applications for 2027 Academic Scholarships will open in November 2025. Check back soon for more information.

As part of our commitment to supporting families, we’re pleased to offer the Principal’s Scholarship, a means-tested opportunity for well-rounded new students who may not otherwise be able to access a Grammar education. 

Open to new students entering Grade 5, 2027, this scholarship provides financial assistance on tuition fees from Grade 5 to Grade 12. 

As part of the application process: 

• Students are asked to hand write a letter to our Principal, Mr Bennett, sharing their interests and reasons for wishing to attend Grammar;
• Parents/guardians complete a confidential Financial Information Form;
• Shortlisted applicants will be invited to meet with the Principal.

When applying for this scholarship, please note that a non-refundable application fee of $110 is payable.

Applications for the Grade 5, 2027 Principal’s Scholarship will open in June 2026.